Phantom Snow Industries has been leading the industry in split-tech bindings for many years. The latest and greatest contribution to split-AT, or hardboot splitboarding, has absolutely been a purpose-built line of touring boots known as the Phantom Slipper and, moving forward, the Slipper HD.

Cutting to the chase and capture, the Blue Ice Harfangs are the real deal. A durable and lightweight crampon that provides security in the steeps.

Yes, the 2022-2023 Blizzard Zero G 95 maintains strong stiffness and a lightweight build. Situate this ski on firm snow and it thrives.

There are days when it might not make sense to bring both a weatherproof shell and a puffy. Enter Patagonia’s Micro Puff Storm. A dual-duty puffy.

Looking to shed some grams and gain some uphill efficiency? The Plum R-170 comes in at very red, very light, and very much proving light might be right.

After a high and dry January and February, winter finally returned to Central Oregon in March and April, and as of early May, it’s still going strong. This spring’s frequent storm cycles have offered me ample opportunity to test out…