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Snowboard Boot Sizing and Fit Guide
Getting the right size snowboard boots is essential to having fun. Learn how to size and fit boots, and how to custom mold the liners.
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How to Choose Backcountry Ski Bindings
AT bindings allow you to lift your heels to stride uphill and then lock the heels in place for the descent. We help you sort out your choices.
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How to Choose Downhill Skis
This comprehensive guide to downhill ski selection covers length, types of skis, rocker/camber and more. Includes downhill and backcountry skis.
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Tips for Dressing Your Kids in Winter
Buying a winter jacket and pants for kids can be challenging. Learn about features to look for and how to keep kids warm and dry in cold weather.
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How to Choose a Snowboard
Learn about different types of snowboards, details of construction, camber/rocker, and how to choose the right board for your riding style.
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How to Choose Cross-Country Ski Gear
Get advice on how to choose the right cross-country skis, boots, bindings and poles.
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How to Choose Car Racks
You invest time and money in the right gear for your adventures. Make sure that equipment gets to its destination safely with the right car rack.
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Camber vs. Rocker
Learn the basics of rocker and camber and get tips on how each design performs in different terrains and snow conditions
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How to Choose Downhill Ski Boots
Get the basics of downhill ski boot selection: Understand fit and comfort considerations, moldable liners, mondo sizing and the flex index.
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How to Choose Avalanche Transceivers
An avalanche transceiver is essential for backcountry travel on snow. Learn about digital and analog technology, antennas, range and more.
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How to Choose and Use Gaiters
Gaiters come in different shapes and sizes. Learn how to choose and use gaiters for hiking, mountaineering and trail running.
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What to Wear Skiing and Snowboarding
Learn what clothing and gear you’ll need to wear skiing or snowboarding. We cover the basics: from underwear to jacket and from head to toe.
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How to Choose, Trim and Attach Ski Climbing Skins
Learn how to choose climbing skins for your skis and trim them to fit. Includes videos.
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How to Choose Hydration Packs
Which hydration pack is best? Learn about reservoir size, gear capacity and other key pack features for cyclists, runners, hikers and more.
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How to Choose Downhill Ski Bindings
Read about how downhill ski bindings differ, including release settings and adjustment range, so you choose the best ones for you.
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How to Choose Snowboard Boots
Shopping for snowboarding boots? Learn how boot flex correlates to your riding style and get advice on fit, lacing systems and liners.
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How to Choose Daypacks
Choosing a daypack can be daunting. Learn how to find the right one by looking at how you plan to use it, plus capacity, features and fit.
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How to Choose Climbing Skins and Backcountry Ski Accessories
Learn what backcountry ski accessories you may need, including climbing skins, ski crampons, climbing wires, ski leashes and knee pads.
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How to Choose Goggles for Skiing and Snowboarding
Our guide to ski and snowboard goggles explains features like lens shape and tint, UV protection, polarization, anti-fog coatings and more.
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Ski Boot Sizing and Fit Guide
Getting the right size ski boots is essential to having fun on the slopes. Learn how to size and fit boots, and how to custom mold liners.
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How to Choose Snowshoes
Learn which snowshoes are right for you. Our guide covers snowshoe types, sizing, recommended loads, traction and more.
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How to Choose Snowboard Bindings
Learn how to buy the right snowboard bindings to go with your board, your boots and your riding style.
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How to Choose Ski Poles
Learn how to choose and fit downhill ski poles and which baskets work for different snow conditions.
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How to Choose Ski and Snowboard Socks
Choosing the right ski or snowboard socks is essential for a fun, comfortable day on the slopes. Here’s everything you need to know about fabric, fit
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How to Choose Ski and Snowboard Helmets
Learn about ski/snowboarding helmets and how to choose the right one for you. Our article covers components, construction, fit and features.
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How to Choose and Use Snow Shovels
Snow shovels are an important piece of safety equipment for winter travel. Learn how to choose and use a shovel best suited for your needs.
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How to Choose Skate Skiing Gear
Learn the basics of choosing skate skis, boots, bindings and poles, including info on ski length and flex and binding/boot compatibility.
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How to Choose Snow Gloves and Mittens
Learn how to choose the best pair of gloves or mittens for downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.
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Understanding Ski Rocker
Learn what rocker in downhill skis is, what advantages it offers and how to shop for rockered skis.
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How to Choose Avalanche Safety Gear
To manage risks in the backcountry in winter, you need the right gear. Learn about transceivers, snow shovels, probes, airbags and more.