Kimberly Beekman

Kimberly Beekman is a contributing writer for Uncommon Path and a former editor at SKI and Skiing magazines. She lives in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, with her wonderful daughter and terrible cat, and uses freelancing as a beard to ski powder wherever it falls. She’s been an REI member since 1995.

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  Buying Advice

  How to Choose Downhill Skis

  1122  Reviews 1122 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

  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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  Gear Guides

  You’re (Still) Going to Love the New Blizzard Black Pearl Skis

  Learn why the redesigned Blizzard Black Pearl women-specific ski is better than ever. A veteran tester explains why skiers of all levels will love this all-mountain ski.