http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/ © 2011 All rights reserved. 60 The premiss of avalanche safety is that you wok as a team, train, and have the right gear. This amazing new product defies all of these conventions. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Theworldsmostselfishavalanchebeacon-176.htm 2012-05-23T15:28:36.047 I feel like I've been stuck in a cycle of buying cheap, disposable gloves the past couple of seasons. I try to ski 100 days every year and the cumulative wear from that builds pretty quickly, especially on a pair of gloves. My solution to this has been to buy cheap gloves knowing they'll probably wear out by the end of the season. Hestra, with its Henrik Windstedt Pro Glove, however, may have shattered this paradigm. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Hestra-Henrik-Windstedt-Pro-Glove-Review-175.htm 2012-05-22T15:38:32.703 With all the acclaim that surrounds DPS and its signature Wailer 112RP, I knew a pair belonged in my quiver. My order arrived in early December and they quickly became my go-to resort and sidecountry powder ski for all but the deepest days (DPS has a different ski just for that — the Lotus 138). Through a combination of aggressive sidecut (141-112-128), tapered tips and tails, as well as rocker (450 mm at the tip and 400 mm at the tail) they take skiing powder to a whole new dimension. The sidecut allows for easy and quick turn initiation, while the rocker provides smooth floatation to ski untracked snow effortlessly. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/D-P-S-Wailer112-R-P-Hybrid-Ski-Review-174.htm 2012-05-14T15:39:47.507 Of all the backcountry ski gear I own, this Pabst Blue Ribbon headband is perhaps the most important item in my backpack. I sweat a lot when I hike in the mountains and most of that sweat comes out of my face. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Pabst-Blue-Ribbon-Headband-Review-173.htm 2012-05-11T16:21:17.757 Targeted at skiers and snowboarders, the hybrid hiking boot-skate shoes are reminiscent of Nike Dunks crossed with something you might find on the rack at EMS or REI. In the end, it’s a pretty stylish offering that hits a niche footwear trend in the snowsports industry. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Forsake-Waterproof-Outdoor-Sneakers-Review-171.htm 2012-05-04T17:23:44.833 For the deep pow ,I love this ski. It's nimble, and has pop, floats smooth, and stomps easily. It's a playful ski that can charge in the deep and slice through the crud. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Atomic-Bent-Chetler-Ski-Review-170.htm 2012-04-23T19:07:21.143 This ski has "rocker," or early rise only in the tips of the ski. It has very slight camber with a flat tail but is still a twin tip. ... http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Black-Diamond-Megawatt-Ski-Review-169.htm 2012-04-18T18:15:29.64 In a struggling economy we find ourselves trying to look as stylish and as core as possible without breaking the bank, and a fresh pair of Cassette Sunglasses are the perfect affordable accessory to turn heads without going broke. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Cassette-Sunglasses-Review-168.htm 2012-04-13T17:26:33.667 The jeans look cool, have a dark wash, are really lightweight and have a very comfortable relaxed fit. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/F-D-Wear-Denim-Review-167.htm 2012-04-11T16:15:44.35 As a working snow professional, I use my probe daily for probing out snowpit locations, measuring snow layers depths, and accessing snow bridges. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Black-Diamond-Quick-Draw-Guide-Probe300-Review-166.htm 2012-04-10T16:31:33.627 Sometimes on extra cold days your regular base layer pants just aren’t enough and that’s where these guys come in. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mens-Helly-Hansen-Warm-Pant-Review-165.htm 2012-04-09T14:37:28.517 I’m a convert. I’ll admit it. I tried Helly Hansen’s base layers for the first time this season and I love them. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mens-Helly-Hansen-Warm-Ice-Crew-Top-Review-164.htm 2012-04-06T13:15:36.817 I stand behind Da Kine packs 100%. These packs are designed with the working guide or proficient backcountry rider in mind. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Poacher-Review-163.htm 2012-04-05T17:40:03.343 If you've heard of DPS, you probably know them for their highly acclaimed progressively-shaped carbon fiber skis. Building on that success, the ski company has ventured into the realm of ski poles with a bold offering. Their adjustable Nori Poles weigh a mere 255 grams each. By comparison, a Black Diamond's Traverse Pole weighs 295 grams and the difference is immediately noticeable. Their upper and lower shafts are made of Tital and carbon fiber, respectively, which creates a remarkable combination of stiffness and strength without compromise to weight. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/D-P-S-Nori-Poles2012-Review-162.htm 2012-04-04T17:36:21.033 While this shovel is a bit on the heavy side, it is perfect for the working snow professional. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Voile-Telepro-Shovel-Review-161.htm 2012-04-03T16:45:12.82 As a heli-guide, finger dexterity and durability are a must. The Mustang Glove gives me both and while it is not designed for cold conditions, my hands seem to do fine most of the season. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Mustang-Glove-Review-160.htm 2012-04-02T14:10:15.537 For me I like pants with cargo pockets over the thigh. Armada has placed the pockets mid-thigh below the leg loop of the harness. Constructed of heavy DryRex 3L and inner leg venting options, the pants function well for guides. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Armada-Bleed-Pant-Review-159.htm 2012-03-30T16:30:16.563 The new Oakley Sethmo Pant is clearly one of the best products this season. Their ridiculously lightweight, the GORE-TEX® Pro Shell 3L keeps you warm and dry and every other feature on the pant is practical, smart and functional. It’s no wonder that Seth loves these and had a big part in their design. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Seth-Mo-Pant-Review-158.htm 2012-03-26T16:40:11.883 The 2012 Gunpowder jacket from Powderhorn is a technical down shell designed for winter pursuits like skiing and snowboarding. Ultra-soft and warm the Gunpowder is one of the most comfortable insulated jackets to-date. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Powderhorn-Gunpowder-Jacket-Review-156.htm 2012-03-22T17:03:50.157 Big and Bold. That’s how to best describe the new Oakley Eyepatch 2 Sunglasses. They feature progressive styling, Oakley’s top of the line optics and construction and some huge lenses and frames. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Eyepatch2-Sunglasses-Review-155.htm 2012-03-20T17:33:09.303 A ski jacket doesn’t need to be complicated. In fact, it should be the simplest thing. All a ski jacket needs to do is keep you warm and dry and fit well. While the Arc’teryx Sidewinder SV Jacket is not insulated, it will keep you warm by keeping you dry and protected from the wind. It also fits well and has a hood suitable for a Jedi Knight, which, you know, will fit around your helmet nicely. If you’re shopping for a coat that will let you be comfortable while being active in the mountains, this waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® jacket is one worth taking a closer look at. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Arcteryx-Sidewinder-S-V-Jacket-Review-154.htm 2012-03-15T19:34:20.047 When the lift attendant took my skis off the gondola rack at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, she was shocked, “Wow! These are LIGHT!" She thought she was going to be yanking on another pair of super-fat and super-heavy skis, but I was on the Dynafit Huascaran- no ordinary ski. The Huascaran (136-115-125) is a true new school freeride ski. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Dynafit-Huascaran-Review-153.htm 2012-03-14T16:05:39.923 Utilizing protection in many aspects of life is essential. You don’t want to drive around in a Chevy Corvair, skydive without a backup shoot or extend a super sketchy date into the next morning. That’s just plain stupid. Skiing without a helmet is also not too smart either. I have had multiple friends whose lives have been saved through helmet usage and always wear one when I go shred. I am so happy that I recently received a brand spankin’ new POC Receptor+ and love it! http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/P-O-C-Receptor-Helmet-Review-152.htm 2012-03-13T17:49:27.19 Looking to get involved in the exploding hybrid powder ski market and bridge the gap between its freestyle-centric and massively popular Bent Chetler and the more pure big-mountain charger, the Atlas, Atomic is launching a new ski next year, the Automatic. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Atomic-Automatic-Ski-Review-151.htm 2012-03-09T16:41:08.843 Oversized Perfection, that’s how to describe the new Spy Platoons. These bad boys are large and in charge. The Platoons don’t mess around when it comes to your field of vision thanks to the ARC spherical duel lens, they stay fog free with Scoop venting and the Isotron face foam ensures your comfort. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Spy-Platoon-Goggle-Review-150.htm 2012-03-05T21:48:33.44 I’ve had my share of crappy luggage. Wheels have fallen off, zippers have broken and handles have ripped. But it’s not just quality craftsmanship that was lacking, the overall designs of the bags have fallen short. But after receiving and putting the Dakine Overhead suitcase to use, I’m happy to report that I have yet to experience any of these issues. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Overhead-Carry-On-Suitcase-Review-149.htm 2012-03-01T16:28:54.157 There are days when you can get by with just a camera body and a single lens. But there are also times when you need to be fully equipped, and that means you’ll need to bring a lot more gear. In times like these, the Dakine Sequence backpack should be your go-to bag. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Sequence-Photo-Backpack-Review-148.htm 2012-03-01T16:04:08.577 As a petite woman, it can be really difficult finding clothes that aren’t either too big or too long. But I recently tried some Mountain Hardwear items and couldn’t believe how well they fit. And the pants even come in 3 different lengths: 30” short, 32” regular and 34” long (actually the sizes seem to run smaller than most companies, so if XS is normally too big for you, the Mountain Hardwear XS might be ideal). http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mountain-Hardwear-Womens-Snowtastic-Jacket-Review-147.htm 2012-03-01T15:51:12.11 No one wants to cut their day short because they weren’t dressed warmly enough. So when you’re out in the cold winter elements and temps are frigid, it’s essential that you start your layers off right by choosing the best gear for the job. And that’s where Mountain Hardwear’s Micro Power Stretch thermals come into play. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mountain-Hardwear-Womens-Micro-Power-Stretch-Zip-T-Review-146.htm 2012-02-28T18:30:02.253 I have been sporting my new POC Lobes goggles with new POC helmet and I’m sold. The spherical lenses are phenomenal, the field of vision is expansive and the anti-fog and anti-scratch treatments eliminate annoyances. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/P-O-C-Lobes-Goggle-Review-145.htm 2012-02-27T18:23:45.253 I’ll admit it. I love testing every type of ski equipment except for boots. Why? Because boot testing is physically painful, you have to be custom fitted for each pair and it takes considerable time before you know if a boot actually works well or not. I have put the Nordica Firearrow F1 Boot through the ringer so far this season and these boots stand up. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Nordica-Fire-Arrow-F1-Ski-Boot-Review-144.htm 2012-02-23T15:57:56.907 I went through the process of buying a sidecountry backpack this past fall and walked away from it fairly disappointed. The pack I ended up buying works fine, looks okay and fits well enough, but it's nothing out of the ordinary. As such, it wasn't much of a surprise to me that packs started catching my eyes while wandering the floors of SIA this past January. The one that stood out to me the most was Arc'teryx's Quintic 28 backpack because it not only looked good, but was thoughtfully designed in a functional way that few other of today's packs seem to be. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Arcteryx-Quintic28-Backpack-Fall2012-Preview-143.htm 2012-02-21T19:03:02.41 "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” — If Muhammed Ali were to trade in his gloves in for the newest top of the line ski jacket, he would definitely rock the Spyder Eiger. The Eiger is a versatile, techy, hard shell that, when layered appropriately, is warm enough for the coldest days Jackson Hole can produce. Yet, it is breathable and light enough for any mid-March day on the beach at A-Basin. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Spyder-Eiger-Jacket-Review-142.htm 2012-02-20T18:01:55.177 Pure Fun. That’s how the Coreupt Slasher skis should be described. Richard Permin has designed one of the most versatile skis that I’ve ever used. The Slasher skis (131mm x 112mm x 128mm) are great in pow, on groomers, in the air and anywhere else you’ll want to go during a day on the hill. The Slasher is quite possibly the best one ski quiver on the market. I have taken this ski everywhere on the mountain and it excels everywhere you’ll want to go. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Coreupt-Slasher-Skis-Review-141.htm 2012-02-16T14:01:05.75 Marine Layer is a small, sustainably and U.S. made clothing brand out of San Francisco with a very bright future. Eco-friendly is thrown around way too much these days and even the most toxic products claim they’re good for the Earth. Also, most of the clothing companies that claim to be good for the environment also have the styling of a reusable grocery bag. Well, Marine Layer breaks this mold and takes sustainability and style to the next level. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Marine-Layer-Lined-Hoodie-Review-140.htm 2012-02-15T16:18:40.53 When it comes to the FD Wear, there is just one jacket type, the Vertika, however there is a plethora of color choices to choose from. So, if you like the cut and look of the Vertika jacket, then you can pick the exact jacket color and arm color (they fully zip off) that you want to enhance your personal style of skiing. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/F-D-Wear-Vertika-Jacket-Review-139.htm 2012-02-14T15:57:19.607 Thank You ARMADA! I wanted to get on a pair of JJ’s for a while, but was always hesitant due to their not being available in a length that was to my liking. They were always too short. Well, that all changed this season with the AK version of the JJ. I’m so glad that ARMADA made this change and it was definitely worth the wait. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Armada-A-K-J-J-Ski-Review-138.htm 2012-02-13T14:35:57.683 I have found my new go-to boot. The Dalbello Krypton Pro ID Boots are where it’s at when it comes to performance and comfort. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Dalbello-Krypton-Pro-I-D-Ski-Boot-Review-137.htm 2012-02-10T15:37:54.173 A great man by the name of Daniel Tosh said, “It’s impossible to frown on a jet ski.” Whether you are jibbing, jumping, hucking, hopping, stomping, sliding, popping or pressing, this same analogy applies to the jet ski as the intelligently designed Slayblade. You seriously would have to try to not have fun on this board. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/K2-Slayblade-Snowboard-Review-136.htm 2012-02-09T17:10:15.517 The Blizzard Bodacious is my favorite ski this season. It’s a crazy statement to make with all of the great sticks out there (also, some pretty bad ones), but for me personally, it’s true. I actually have a few favorites this season, but if I could only choose one pair of skis for the entire season, it would be these. I rock the Bodacious in the 196cm length and find them perfect for destroying everything in my path. These sticks do not mess around which is probably why they feature a demonic looking bull on the tips. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Blizzard-Bodacious-Skis-Review-135.htm 2012-02-08T18:25:23.247 I remember when Arnette was the hottest brand of goggles on the market. They had the coolest vibe, their snowboard and ski teams were legit and their products were 100 percent dialed. I also remember when everyone disbanded from Arnette both internally and from a team standpoint and the future of Arnette no longer seemed so bright. Well, times are changing and thanks to the hard work of Joe Freitag and the great people over at Arnette, the brand is back and the goggles are arguably some of the best in the biz. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Arnette-Mercenary-Goggle-Review-134.htm 2012-02-06T14:38:46.497 These boots are light and have a smaller footprint to reduce toe/heal drag. They are super comfy after about three weeks of pure pain breaking them in. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Burton-Ion-Boot-Review-133.htm 2012-02-01T11:51:59.25 I’ve never owned an Oakley jacket before, maybe because of the price tag or style. But this shell definitely won me over with its features despite the Simon Dumont blocked dual color steeze. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Preferred-Jacket-Review-132.htm 2012-01-30T17:46:20.72 In my recent search for a new ski jacket I came across the Spyder Power Jacket, fully equipped with insulation, breathability and waterproofing. Naturally, I went with black on black to compliment the other half of my ninja get-up. You might not guess from the minimalist design but the Power jacket it packing some serious functionality. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Spyder-Power-Jacket-Review-131.htm 2012-01-17T16:33:36.47 I always pack my ski gear in a duffel bag before I head up to the hill. It just seems like it’s the easiest way to keep everything together and makes transporting simple. I thought I had the right bag for my gear until I tried the Thule Crossover 70L Duffel Bag and realized that my life could have been so much easier. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Thule-Crossover70-L-Duffel-Bag-Review-130.htm 2012-01-13T13:07:07.353 The Dakine Belmont mid weight pant is my new favorite every day base layer pant. They’re super comfortable with their 100 percent polyester double-knit fabric, they feature two layers for extra warmth and dryness and the AEGIS Microbe Shield antibacterial fabric treatment will keep you smelling nice all season long. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Belmont-Pant-Review-129.htm 2012-01-12T15:51:53.617 The Oakley Crowbar goggles are amazingly good and the Tanner Hall signature version with Rasta coloring and a matte finish is one of the styliest you could rock this winter. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Tanner-Hall-Crowbar-Goggle-Review-128.htm 2012-01-10T15:00:21.993 It’s always more fun buying a new ski jacket, but quality ski pants are just as important. If you’ve already read my review of the Patagonia Men’s Primo Jacket then you know that I love that jacket. Well, I also love these pants! http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Patagonia-Primo-Pant-Review-127.htm 2012-01-09T19:20:30.553 If you don’t travel to ski then you’re missing out on half the fun. Exploring and chasing snow all over the world is where it’s at. One of the most essential pieces for your worldwide ski travels is a high-quality split roller bag. If you’re looking for the best, then look no further than the Dakine Split Roller LG. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Split-Roller-L-G-Bag-Review-126.htm 2012-01-09T19:07:45.507 Armada clearly knows how to make some sick ski pants. They win major points for cut, fit, comfort and style for their entire lineup. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Armada-Torque-Pant-Review-125.htm 2012-01-09T11:22:00.07 I love Dragon Mace goggles! I have been rocking Mace’s for the past seven years and don’t see that changing anytime soon. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Dragon-Mace-Goggles-Review-123.htm 2012-01-09T11:02:34.007 This shirt is so rad! It’s super lightweight (packs into a tiny bag), warm and minimalistic, which makes it a perfect mid layer to pair with a good shell and base layer. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Patagonia-Ultralight-Down-Shirt-Review-122.htm 2012-01-06T16:24:07.293 A boot pack isn’t an item in your skiing or boarding gear repertoire that you absolutely need, but once you have one, carrying your gear gets a whole hell of a lot easier. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Boot-Pack-Review-121.htm 2012-01-06T16:14:25.293 I really liked the Outdoor Research Men’s Axcess jacket, but I actually like the pants even better. These are definitely some of the best pants of the year. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Outdoor-Research-Axcess-Pant-Review-120.htm 2012-01-06T16:00:14.357 Do you like to change your goggle lenses throughout the day? Do you want it to be crazy easy? Do you want killer optics? If so, the Oakley Airbrake goggle is for you. They’re so rad! http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Airbrake-Goggle-Review-119.htm 2012-01-06T15:44:38.463 Warm. That’s how you describe these gloves. I’ve always been a huge fan of the warmth, quality and design of Outdoor Research products. Growing up in Alaska, it was always important to use the best products on the market if you wanted to keep your digits and other body parts nice and toasty. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Outdoor-Research-Remote-Gloves-Review-118.htm 2012-01-05T15:28:42.2 Skiing and snowboarding are both very expensive sports and with the weak economy, they seem even more inaccessible to a lot of people. That’s why it’s great to know that there are snow pant options like the Nike 6.0 Budmo Pant. At just $150, they’re very inexpensive and give you a ton of bang for your buck. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Nike60-Budmo-Pant-Review-117.htm 2012-01-05T15:09:04.963 The Helly Hansen Dry Stripe Crew baselayer is now my baselayer top of choice for the ‘11/’12 season. All that I really look for in any baselayer is that it insulates, breathes, wicks well and doesn’t fall apart. The Helly Hansen Dry Stripe Crew excels in all of these categories and easily moves into the top position in my ski bag. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Helly-Hansen-Dry-Stripe-Crew-Top-Review-116.htm 2012-01-05T15:02:20.887 Over the years I have tested a ridiculous number of gloves and there is only one glove that I have used that has truly stood the test of time: the Dakine Cobra Glove. Over the past 7 years the Cobra model has never once let me down. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Cobra-Glove-Review-115.htm 2012-01-05T14:14:19.66 When living and riding in Jackson Hole, you quickly find out that you need a quality, reliable shell to combat the harsh winter weather and copious amounts of powder. The Powderhorn Corbet Jacket offers that and much more. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Powderhorn-Corbet-Jacket-Review-114.htm 2012-01-03T17:46:27.19 Choosing the right down jacket is not the easiest task these days. Some are big and bulky, while others are thin and lightweight. Some work as mid layers and some work well as standalone pieces. I’m generally into down jackets like DNA’s Doc Jacket. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/D-N-A-Doc-Jacket-Review-113.htm 2011-12-27T10:47:48.47 It’s kind of funny when you see a pile of gear and your eyes gravitate toward one item in a sea of many. That’s how it was for me with the Armada Angular fleece. The second I saw it, I knew that I’d like it. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Armada-Angular2-L-Softshell-Jacket-Review-112.htm 2011-12-27T10:38:00.593 UVEX might not be the first brand that comes to mind when you think of a cool helmet, but their new Core Range dedicated to freeskiing and freeriding is not only refreshing for the brand due to its contemporary styling, but also super high quality as well. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/U-V-E-X-H-L-M-T7-Pro-Review-111.htm 2011-12-27T10:29:26.36 These gloves are not the most inexpensive gloves on the market, but are definitely designed to last for a really long time. Instead of buying crappy gloves season after season, I highly recommend spending a little bit more and grabbing a pair of these so that you can enjoy some gloves for the long haul. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/P-O-W-Assault-G-T-X-Glove-Review-110.htm 2011-12-26T15:11:14.22 Yeah, Nike makes shoes, but what about their outerwear? The entire Nike 6.0 outerwear lineup is youthful, inexpensive and stylish. You’re not going to find super tech outerwear from Nike yet, but what you will find is quality outerwear that won’t break your bank. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Nike60-Proost-Down-Jacket-Review-109.htm 2011-12-26T14:41:27.703 Mountain Hardwear has decided to break through the status quo of waterproof-breathable fabrics and created their proprietary 3-layer DryQ fabric. They claim that it’s the most durable waterproof-breathable and air-permeable fabric on the market. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mountain-Hardwear-Snowpocalypse-Jacket-Review-108.htm 2011-12-26T14:25:37.733 Easily the most coveted product of team riders and the TGR production crew, the team balaclava, might just be the best piece of headwear ever developed. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Teton-Gravity-Research-Balaclava-Review-107.htm 2011-12-20T12:00:28.83 Oakley and Seth Morrison prove that athlete contributions to outerwear construction can create something very special. The Sethmo is by far one of the best jackets of the season and can easily compete against some of the most technical outerwear companies on the market. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Sethmo-Jacket-Review-106.htm 2011-12-16T11:46:24.54 I used to always keep my tuning gear in a plastic bin in my garage and it would be a total mess. I would also buy my tuning gear pieces one at a time which seemed to be a pain in the ass. Enter the Dakine Super Tune. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Da-Kine-Super-Tune-Review-105.htm 2011-12-16T11:29:25.697 Having the right luggage for your ski travels can help turn a good trip into a great one. There’s nothing more frustrating than having luggage that isn’t right for your gear or is hard to haul around when you also have a ski bag in tow. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Thule87-L-Rolling-Duffel-Review-104.htm 2011-12-16T11:18:45.007 The DNA Moe jacket is proof that you can still find reasonably priced ski gear that doesn’t skimp on performance. I was lucky enough to take the Moe out for a few test drives last season during multiple snow storms and it never once let me down. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/D-N-A-Moe-Jacket-Review-103.htm 2011-12-14T17:24:30.11 The Armada Departure Jacket is solid. It’s great to see that you can get a really functional, versatile and stylish jacket for around $200. Yes, this isn’t one of the $600-$800 super high-tech jackets on the market, but who cares. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Armada-Departure-Jacket-Review-102.htm 2011-12-14T17:10:58.547 There are a few goggle manufacturers who stand out from the pack and Dragon is clearly one of them. It’s pretty easy to see that the R&D team at Dragon is never satisfied with status quo and are always looking for ways to deliver a product that will revolutionize the industry. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Dragon-A-P-X-Goggle-Review-101.htm 2011-12-14T16:57:35.703 Wow! Helly Hansen made another amazing jacket with the Odin Mountain Jacket MK2. There are a few jackets this season that are my favorites and the Odin is one of them. Helly Hansen created one hell of a shell here and didn’t skimp when it came to technology or high-end features. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Helly-Hansen-Odin-Mountain-Jacket-M-K2-Review-99.htm 2011-12-13T12:23:39.77 Finding the right helmet is a pain in the ass. It needs to protect your head, fit properly, fit comfortably, vent well and look cool. The BERN G2 Helmet luckily does all these things. Plus, you can use it all four-seasons (by removing the liner)! http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Bern-G2-Helmet-Review-98.htm 2011-12-13T12:09:12.16 Are you looking for the Bentley Sport Coupe of freeride jackets this season? If so, you’ll find it in the brand new Arc’teryx Men’s Micon jacket. The Micon is refined, stylish and pure luxury all the way. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Arcteryx-Micon-Jacket-Review-97.htm 2011-12-12T14:07:49.8 The Oakley Crowbar goggles are great! I have tested out most of the goggles on the market for this season and these Crowbar’s are one of my favorites. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Oakley-Seth-Morrison-Signature-Crowbar-Goggle-Review-96.htm 2011-12-12T13:43:28.503 This is hands down one of the best new shells for the 2011-’12 ski season. I’m not sure that you’d be able to find a better one and you’d be hard pressed to find one as good. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mens-Patagonia-Primo-Jacket-Review-93.htm 2011-12-09T10:53:50.14 The crazy bastards at Signal Snowboards built a snowboard with an iPad molded into it as a tribute to Steve Jobs. Once a month these guys build a crazy ass snowboard. This one sure fits the bill. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Signal-Snowboardsmakesani-Padenabled-Snowboard-92.htm 2011-11-22T16:09:15.387 I am constantly swapping out goggles throughout the ski season to test out new technologies and to find my favorites. Very rarely do I run into a new technology that I truly love. One of those rare occasions was when I first used the Bolle Gravity goggles with the Modulator Vermillion lens. These lenses are amazing and should put the Gravity Goggles at the top of your list when shopping for new goggles. ... http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Bolle-Gravity-Goggle-Review-91.htm 2011-11-22T13:54:45.547 I have to give big props to Arc’teryx for creating some of my favorite pieces of the 11-12 season. The Atom SV Hoody is one of those pieces. What makes the Atom SV Hoody great is that it’s a super warm and compressible synthetic Coreloft insulated mid-layer with insulated hoody for skiing and boarding, but it’s also an amazing every day walking-around jacket thanks to the fact that it’s wind resistant and the 100% nylon ripstop fabric features a water repellant coating. When the mercury drops, I wear this jacket to the store, the bar, walking the dog, etc. I love this versatility because most mid-layers just stay in my bag when I’m not skiing. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Mens-Arcteryx-Atom-S-V-Hoody-Review-90.htm 2011-11-18T16:19:28.157 Wearing this hat gives you the street cred of a lift operator without the crusty attitude built up from years of cold, lonely nights and hung-over mornings. Comes in Viking, Lumberjack, Pirate and Grandpa styles. ... http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Beard-Head-Beardohat-Review-89.htm 2011-11-01T17:33:23.8 There are a number of wooden iPhone cases out there, but most of them are two piece and often separate in your pocket, making them pretty, but useless. The wooden Hacoa case for the iPhone 4 and 4S is laser cut from one piece of wood. It feels and looks so cool you just may find yourself caressing your magic device twice as much. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Hacoa-I-Phone4-Case-88.htm 2011-11-01T16:49:31.61 When fully loaded, the Burton Beeracuda holds five beers in the magazine and one in the chamber. Apres with one of these and over-the-shoulder six-pack holders and you'll be the envy of every bro in sight. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Burton-Beeracuda-87.htm 2011-11-01T16:08:42.063 With its 40-liter carrying capacity, the Black Diamond Anarchist Avalung Pack is a solid choice for the backcountry skier who is going farther and wants more space for extra layers, food and equipment. Popular with ski guides and those who work in the snow, the pack has a dedicated pocket for avalanche safety tools while the integrated Avalung system means you’ll never forget the life-saving tool when skiing in backcountry terrain. … http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Black-Diamond-Anarchist-Avalung-Pack-86.htm 2011-10-13T16:30:49.06 For December 2011, Iglucruise.com is offering a Caribbean ski vacation on a ground-breaking new ship that promises to combine two passions: skiing and cruising. The ship will carry 1,129 passengers and will feature a 500-foot open-air ski slope. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Iglu-Caribbean-Skiing-Cruise-85.htm 2011-10-04T11:37:55.753 TGR rider Daron Rahlves was on the "One For The Road" Alaska trip this year. The riders use helmet cameras to help bring the viewer closer to the action. Here is Rahlves' review of the new Contour HD POV camera he was using during filming. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Contour-G-P-S-P-O-V-Camera-Review-84.htm 2011-09-20T12:31:05.46 The BoomBotix Boombot2 is a wireless speaker for the mobile lifestyle. It is water resistant and drop tested. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Boom-Botix-Boombot22011-Review-82.htm 2011-09-19T18:49:38.367 The Spoon is a revolutionary new design that moves deep snow skiing into the future. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/D-P-S-Spoon150skis2011-Review-81.htm 2011-08-31T12:21:28.823 It's that time of year to get your seasons passes before they raise the fall prices. Our friends at the Ghee are offering the full unrestricted pass for $599 if you get it before September 11th, 2011. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Grand-Targhee-Season-Pass2012-Review80htm-80.htm 2011-08-20T11:52:49.877 If you can afford an iPad, chances are you can afford a new pair of skis, too. If you’re lucky enough to own one of Apple’s sleek tablets, consider browsing for outdoor gear using backcountry.com’s free mobile application for the iPad. The smooth interface allows you to easily shop on the go — or from the couch — in a setting that is more enjoyable and easier to use than the company’s website. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Backcountrycomi-Pad-App2011-Review79htm-79.htm 2011-08-19T14:24:26.267 The Never Summer Revolt is one board quiver for freeriding. If you like to bomb hills, slide, dance, or freeride this boards negative camber profile and deep concave gives you a low center of gravity with a stable platform that holds your feet like superglue. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Never-Summer-Revolt2011-Review78htm-78.htm 2011-08-05T20:14:21.077 When it comes to building bombproof ski bags, there’s no one who does it better than Dakine. I have been rocking the Concourse Double for over 10 years now and felt that I was using the pinnacle of all ski bags until I received the brand new ‘11/’12 version. Let’s just say that Dakine stepped it up big time and the new ski bag benchmark is significantly higher than ever before. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Da-Kine-Concourse-Double-Ski-Bag2011-Review77htm-77.htm 2011-07-25T15:26:42.853 The Tribute edition of the Pontoon skis the same as this year's regular version - but is a great way to say "Thanks Shane!" and support his family. A little bit of extra goodness added to an already great ski... http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-K2-Shane-Mc-Conkey-Tribute-Pontoon-Skis2010-Review76htm-76.htm 2011-07-12T16:11:41.583 Revo Grand Classic Polarized Sunglasses bring back the old school style with all the benefits from Revo's new school technology. Whether your out in the mountains or on the water… being active or just chilling, these glasses will make the experience that much more pleasurable. As soon as you put them on, you can feel the tension leave your eyes and a sense of relaxation fills your body. Revo's high-contrast polarized lenses, Element Shed, Motion-Fit technology, and recycled frame material are what make these shades stand out and perform so well in different conditions. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Revo-Grand-Classic-Sunglasses-Review74htm-74.htm 2011-06-30T10:02:54.787 So this past week I was able to get up into the Tetons a couple times and test out this new baselayer by Eddie Bauer. On our first attempt at the Middle Teton, it was pretty warm on the approach and I found myself sweating quite a bit. Worried I might have to change out because of the warmer temps, this product did it’s job well, and every time I took a break it would dry out very quickly and keep me warm in the brisk wind. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Mens-First-Ascent-Midweight14-Zip-Baselayer-Review73htm-73.htm 2011-06-27T15:15:52.887 Bataleon Undisputed Snowboard 2011 Review provided by evo - I needed a Pow Stick that could support my weight, I'm 6'1 220 lbs so my 159cm LibTech TRS wasn't cutting it in the deep powder. I wanted something that floated but didn't want a board that was to long since I like doing trees. This board was a good balance, it floats so easily, and is long/wide enough to support my body weight when not hauling down the steeps. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Bataleon-Undisputed-Snowboard2011-Review72htm-72.htm 2011-06-09T16:48:28.73 Marker Duke 16 Ski Bindings Review provided by evo - "This is my third season with the Dukes and I've skiied everything from icy groomer laps at the resort to multi-night backcountry randonee trips. They've been with me in Whistler, Washington, Colorado, Montana and Wyoming. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Marker-Duke16-Ski-Bindings2011-Review71htm-71.htm 2011-06-02T11:12:43.203 GoPro has released a new easily attachable LCD screen for you existing GoPro for $79.99. One of the main feature requests I have heard from people on the GoPro is the ability to see what you are shooting. The LCD BacPac is an easy to use attachment that solves this problem. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Go-Pro-L-C-D-Bac-Pac2011addsmontitortoyourexisting-Go-Pro-Camera70htm-70.htm 2011-05-28T11:25:48.22 The EcoGroomer is a new concept in grooming slopes and saving money and the environment at the same time. This is a forward thinking product that is not currently available, but it is a cool idea. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Eco-Groomersnowcatattachment69htm-69.htm 2011-05-28T10:42:33.707 San Carlos de Bariloche sits at the southern end of a massive lakes region that expands into Chile, and offers the skier or rider looking for a summertime shredding experience a markedly different experience that most ski destinations in South America. Cerro Catedral, the resort, sits twenty minutes outside of downtown Bariloche and is South America’s biggest, counting 1,500 acres of inbounds terrain and another 1,500 of sidecountry – about the size of Mammoth, and with a big variety in terrain from mellower in-bounds terrain to steeper sidecountry lines, endless backcountry possibilities and some of the only tree skiing in the southern hemi, with perfectly-spaced, moss-draped trees covering the bottom third of the mountain. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Summer-Skiing-In-Bariloche-Argentina-With-S-A-S-S-Global-Travel68htm-68.htm 2011-05-18T13:04:20.6 This is one of the cooler snowboard games I have found. The graphics are sweet. The tricks and grabs are cool. The lite version is pretty solid and you don't have to pay for the full version to fully enjoy yourself. Having poured through a number of games recently, I give this a thumbs up. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Crazy-Snowboard-H-D-Proi-Phone-Game2011-Review67htm-67.htm 2011-05-09T15:53:48.747 One look at the main character of this game and it is obvious it is off the back. How can you call yourself a backcountry ski game, when the main character is in cotton jeans, no hat, no eye protection, and skinny skis. There is not much good about this app that I can say. There is a light version for free and one for $1.99. I will continue my search for a cool ski game. This is not it. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Backcountry-Ski-Gamefori-Padandi-Phone-Not-Really66htm-66.htm 2011-05-08T10:20:42.753 The soulful little ski area at the top of Beartooth Pass will reopen this summer on Memorial Day and stay open until snow runs out. With 1000 vertical feet of terrain accessed by two Polma lifts, this is summer skiing at it's finest. Season Pass is $185, day tickets are $45. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Summer-Soul-Beartooth-Pass-Ski-Areatoreopenthissummer65htm-65.htm 2011-05-07T16:39:50.843 Dakine Cool Tool is light weight and easy to carry in your jacket pocket!! Super quick because of the racheting action, and plenty of torque to get that screw in nice and tight. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Da-Kine-Cool-Tool-Review64htm-64.htm 2011-05-05T13:49:35.157 This is THE perfect day bag. Fleece lined pockets for your cell, iPod, sunglasses...you name it. Perfect for the organizational freak that I am. Retractable water bottle pocket can be used for other things. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Da-Kine-Patrol-Laptop-Backpack-Review63htm-63.htm 2011-04-28T13:34:30.14 For a good lookin', lightweight, fully waterproof, decently-breathable hardshell for under $100, this is a hard deal to beat. I use mine anytime I'm expecting wet conditions, from casual wear around town to weeklong backpacking trips in the Rockies. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-The-North-Face-Venture-Jacket2011-Review62htm-62.htm 2011-04-26T16:22:14.81 Sometimes there are deals that are too good to not mention. Ski for free at Lake Louis this spring is one of them. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Skifor-Freeat-Lake-Louisthis-May61htm-61.htm 2011-04-23T14:19:27.26 The pack seems to have a fairly decent amount of internal storage space for all those extras you'd like to have on the mountain for the day. Strap positioning seems comfortable and won't be an issue wearing it while snowboarding. The materials seem sturdy and what you would expect at this price point and intended use. Very thick and comfortable gel padding on the back of the pack will keep those hard items inside from poking you. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Drop-Descent-Pack-Review60htm-60.htm 2011-04-22T10:48:25.9 Although I cannot say these skis are good/bad, from what I have read and what my friends who own them told me, these skis are a good all-mountain ski that does great in the park as well as the rest of the mountain, is light , flexible, and poppy, but doesn't float well in the powder. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2010-Line-Chronic-Skis-Review59htm-59.htm 2011-04-21T15:51:38.43 I use these boots almost every weekend. They are great for everything from shoulder-deep powder turns to icy night bombers. They are so light-weight that making quick turns through trees is like bombing blown out powder moguls. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/2011-Full-Tilt-First-Chair-Ski-Boots-Review-58.htm 2011-04-20T16:08:08.86 When got this in the mail, I tore open the package like a fat kid after a chocolate cake and decided promptly to walk around in the rain. After 10 minutes I walked back inside and besides my pants being soaked, I was rather dry. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Sessions-Kreuger-Stripe-Softshell-Jacket-Review57htm-57.htm 2011-04-14T16:27:06.93 The 2011 Hellbent is a leap forward from the 2010 Hellbent. There are many differences besides the obvious 1cm added through out. Slight early taper has been added making for a less hooky and smoother ride. However, one of the most important changed is that the 2011 Hellbent is true to length. The benefit of the 2011 Hellbent being true to length is that it decreases swing weight which on top of the fact that k2 shaved weight off the tips allows for faster spinning for jibbing and faster pivoting for tight trees. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-K2-Hell-Bent-Ski-Review56htm-56.htm 2011-04-12T13:21:38.507 Folsom Custom Skis, a frequent winner of ski magazine awards for on-snow performance, has brought back a program pioneered in 2010. Until April 30th, semi-custom skis built from a menu of proven shapes, solid-color graphics, camber, tail and stiffness options are available for $850. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Custom-Ski-Leader-Puts-High-Performance-Within-Reach-Of-More-Skiers-Through-Limited-Time-Program53htm-53.htm 2011-04-08T14:13:11.183 Wondering what to do this spring? Squaw Valley ski resort is coming off record snowfalls this spring and decided to extend their season through May. That is pretty sick. You can ski Squaw for $4.42 a day. Sound ridiculous? It is. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Squaw-Valley-Spring-Passfor199or442aday52htm-52.htm 2011-04-07T12:27:09.42 TGR has been on the Medjet program for the last 8 years. For anyone who travels the globe and pushes their limits, this is a great program to be a part of in case something goes wrong. As a member, if you are ever hospitalized 150 miles or more away from home, MedjetAssist will arrange for medical transfer to the hospital of your choice — at no additional charge http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Medjet-Travel-Insurancefor-Adventure-Travellers51htm-51.htm 2011-04-07T11:49:11.467 Overall this is an excellent ski, and its easy to see why it has so much hype around it. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Rossignol-S7-Skis-Review50htm-50.htm 2011-04-06T14:56:42.683 This board is amazing! I researched this board a lot before finally dropping the cash on it, but I'm so glad that I did. Initially I had my doubts about the "Magne-Traction" and "Banana Rocker" and thought that they might be just the latest advertising gimmicks, but I was straight wrong! http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Lib-Tech-Skunk-Ape-C2-B-T-X-Snowboard-Review49htm-49.htm 2011-04-01T16:53:30.86 These boots are INSANELY light weight. By shredding as much excess material as possible, the Burton team created a boot that fits well, keeps your foot warm, and improves the connection between your board & your body with its reduced thickness footbed. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/Burton-Ambush-Snowboard-Boots2011-Review-48.htm 2011-03-31T16:46:09 Volkl has what most consider a cult following with their Gotama ski over the past several seasons. It was known for doing it all and doing all well. Mediocre was not in it's vocabulary. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Volkl-Gotama-Review47htm-47.htm 2011-03-31T16:38:09.843 The T2 Hoody is an epic piece of gear in the TGR line. It is a lightweight poly/spandex blend with a cool cut and loose fit. Add a pocket for your iPod that allows you to run the headphones through the short and you have the ultimate chilling piece http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2010-Teton-Gravity-Research-T2-Hoody-Review45htm-45.htm 2011-03-31T13:50:01 This is the best snow report iPhone app I have found. It works great and the best part is it is free. You can track your days on snow, get the latest weather, link to avalanche reports and do a whole lot more. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-The-North-Face-Snow-Reporti-Phone-App-Review44htm-44.htm 2011-03-31T12:41:31.297 The Tracker is still the standard for an easy to use backcountry beacon. This beacon works great for someone who rides a little bit of slackcountry, or goes occasionally into the backcountry but doesn't spend as much as time as they should practicing their avvy skills. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-B-C-A-Tracker-D-T-S-Review43htm-43.htm 2011-03-30T14:24:44.907 As a rocker board you get the total control that comes with it along with a very forgiving ride. i have yet to catch an edge. probably the best thing about this board is that it rides well in almost any terrain http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Arbor-Westmark-Snowboard-Review42htm-42.htm 2011-03-30T14:15:39.86 Skis like the Candide Yard by CoreUPT have two distinct target skiers. So this review is going to have two distinct paragraphs. If you’re a park rat with Candide Thovex YouTube videos in your browsing history, proceed to paragraph #1. If you’re an upper intermediate all-mountain skier who has no idea what a Candide Thovex is, please refer to paragraph #2. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Core-U-P-T-Candide-Yard-Skis2011-Review40htm-40.htm 2011-03-28T11:40:36.97 When every Never Summer Heritage is built, Hermione Granger apparates into the factory to weave highly advanced spells for lightness, grip and power into each layer of the board. This makes it the most magical board available to us muggles, guaranteeing an advantage on the hill to the lucky owner, which s/he will feel in every turn. The first time you step onto your Heritage, the bond is made (just like in Avatar when Jake captured his flying mount!) and the board is linked to your motor cortex, enabling it to seamlessly track lines, as you visualize them, with minimal musculoskeletal effort. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Never-Summer-Heritage-Rocker-Snowboard2011-Review38htm-38.htm 2011-03-24T16:56:35.867 Enter Ninthward’s Rory Silva twin tips, made to rip pretty much anything. The full sidewall construction and traditional camber allow the skis to go pretty much as fast as you want on groomers, as well as embue the skis with strength to power through crud and choppy chop that you’ll inevitably face. The steel edges built into these, as well as most Ninthward skis, were made to be abused, so when the powder isn’t flowing, feel free to destroy your skis on manmade obstacles. Hit enough rails and you can take any ski down, but the Rory’s are tough, tougher than most to be certain. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Ninthward-Rory-Silva-Twin-Tip-Powder-Skis-Review37htm-37.htm 2011-03-21T15:45:45.337 I've said it before and was reminded this spring once again why the Pontoons are so darn good. First, this isn't a "pro" skiers's ski or simply a "powder only" ski. The Pontoons are remarkably versatile. While best in any smooth conditions (1" to 5' of new snow), getting to the lift after the off piste run isn't a nightmare as some would expect. There's sidecut under the foot that allows you to actually carve a decent turn and the soft/smooth snow performance more than justifies the times you wished that you had some super-carvers on the groomers. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-K2-Pontoon-Skis2011-Review35htm-35.htm 2011-03-14T12:16:58.753 I love this boot... it has the look of a classic tent bootie, but has a durable and light weight rubber sole that can put on some serious miles. While traveling I often try and minimize the number of shoes I bring, but on a ski trip you have to have your ski boots, a pair of shoes and some sort of boot to kick around town while its dumping. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-The-North-Face-Mens-Nuptse-Bootie-I-I-I-Review34htm-34.htm 2011-03-07T14:41:33.937 The avalung is a great tool to help increase your chances of survival if caught in an avalanche. however, it should not be involved in a decision making situation, ie; "well, this snow pack looks sketchy but Ive got my avalung so.. lets go." Building it into the pack is a great way to decrease this impulse. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Black-Diamond-Ava-Lung-I-I-Review33htm-33.htm 2011-03-07T14:16:58.797 The first pair of Oakley sunglasses I ever had were Frogskins, over the past years we have seen the Frogskin come back as a limited edition. The Jupiter on the other hand are quite similar but considerably more sturdy than the Frogskin. The frame has a bit more curve to fit the face better. Coming in many colors for your own style and even Polarized lenses. I like the retro look as many others do. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Oakley-Jupiter-Sunglasses-Review32htm-32.htm 2011-03-02T10:52:46.88 I recently picked up a Graft Rocker from Rome Snowboards, and I must say it was a great choice. I've been riding this snowboard the past few storms at Jackson Hole and it's been perfect. Centered stance, rocker in the middle, and aggressive camber underfoot. I've heard all the hype, as we all have, about rockered/cambered snowboards and all of it seems true. Slashing on this snowboard is easy, breezy, beautiful only because that targeted camber engages some mystical, hidden power I've never felt on a snowboard. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Rome-Graft-Rocker-Snowboard-Review31htm-31.htm 2011-03-01T15:42:48.083 The I/O is my favorite goggle of all time. The ability to quickly and easily change out the lens makes my life easy after I take a huge tomahawk. This way I never have to waste room in my pack with an extra set of goggles, just an extra lens is all I ever need. There even better on the on the resort when I don't have a pack cause I just throw a lens in my pocket and I can change it out on the chair. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Smith-I-O-Interchangeable-Optics-Spherical-Series-Goggles-Review30htm-30.htm 2011-03-01T15:04:19.913 K2 Kung Fujas Skis 2011: Pep Fujas demanded a ski that he could charge every type of terrain on, so K2 worked with him to develop a new wider K2 Kungng Fujas Ski, a ski that is big enough to float and take on the backcountry, yet nibble and poppy enough to shred the resort and the park. He added even more All-Terrain Rocker to enhance its performance in the soft snow, and retained the Bi-Directional taper for optimal switch carving. The result is a ski that is truly a quiver of one. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Mens-K2-Kung-Fujas-Review29htm-29.htm 2011-03-01T14:44:12.473 Are you ready for the Big One! Ready to ski Jackson Hole on a budget? Can't afford $800 a night at The Four Season? Have no fear. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has put together a few unreal packages for the budget conscious skier. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Jackson-Hole-On-A-Budget28htm-28.htm 2011-03-01T14:20:51.053 Jesse Burtner and the Think Thank crew have done it again with their 7th installment of Right Brain Left Brain.  Featuring riders such as Austion Hironaka, Nick Visconti, Scott Stevens and many more, this movie is a culmination of their past and demonstrates higher production quality and a level of riding never seen before from these guys. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews-Think-Thanks2010-Snowboard-Film-Right-Brain-Left-Brain-Review27htm-27.htm 2011-03-01T14:07:45.333 Using the Atlas, former World Cup contender turned freeskier Daron Rahlves won Powder Magazine's "Best Line Award"– the ultimate prize in the powder discipline. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2012-Atomic-Atlas-Review26htm-26.htm 2011-03-01T11:25:50.757 This jacket is the best to date. It is a shell and you should layer with this piece. 3 outside pockets, 2 hand one chest all with water proof zippers and generous pull tabs. Chest pocket has a media pocket. Inside there is a velcro closure pocket. The hood has a one side pull that pulls from the inside of the chest pocket to stay hidden from view. http://www.tetongravity.com/reviews/reviews2011-Mens-Oakley-Primed-Jacket-Review22htm-22.htm 2011-02-28T11:51:08.27