Burton Instigator 140 2019 /2020

The first powder day after a long dry spell can turn to low-viz pretty quickly. Pull the Smith Squad XL ChromaPop Goggles over our eyes and head into the madness with fellow powder-starved comrades. B more→oasting the largest cylindrical lens in Smith's fleet, the Squad XL delivers an expanded field of vision, so we spot those sneaky freeriders trying to snake our line in our peripherals. Smith's signature ChromaPop lens enhances color and detail, even if we spend most of our day in the white room. Anti-fog technology on the inner lens keeps things clear while we're huffing and puffing up the bootpack, and the silicone-backed strap holds our goggles secure if we decide to go big and eat it right …

When we're flying around the resort, we wanna make sure our cockpit has the best visibility. That's why we'll be wearing the Oakley Flight Deck Prizm Goggles. A large frameless design opens up our fie more→ld of view, and special Prizm lenses boost our sight making sure no knolls are hidden ever again.

With the Smith Skyline Chromapop Goggles strapped to our face, we need not fear flat light or fogged-in ski runs. The Skyline boasts many of the same technologies as Smith's I/O collection, but at a m more→ore wallet-friendly price point. This quality pair of goggles features a rimless design that maximizes our field of view, and integrates smoothly with our helmet to assist with ventilation.

When venturing beyond groomed trails, we kit up with the Rossignol XC 2 Ski Boot. The tall PVC lace cover stops snow from soaking through, while the insulated liner stops the cold from numbing our toe more→s. As we kick and glide over variable terrain, the lateral heel supports keep our ankles happy, letting us go farther in comfort.

Designed by and for avid backcountry chargers, the Scarpa Maestrale RS Alpine Touring Boot offers an impressive balance of uphill comfort and downhill performance. To limit compromise, these boots off more→er a burly Speed Lock MLT walk mode that locks in 60 degrees of motion for effortless strides on the skintrack, an alpine-influenced 125 flex that drives power to our skis on the descent, and a thermo-moldable Pro Flex Performance liner that eliminates rubbing and blistering on the uphill while locking our heel in the pocket on the downhill.

The Salomon S/Pro MV 80 CS GW Ski Boot is an ideal boot for learners who are gaining confidence on the slopes. The soft 80 flex easily moves with us as we turn down the mountain, and the Fiberglass Co more→reframe supports our legs and offers security. The Custom Shell HD and My CustomFit 3D allow us to personalize the fit, eliminating pressure points and ensuring that we have a lovely day on the mountain.

Back for another season, the Lexa X EST Snowboard Binding still offers the most-popular pro-caliber control on the mountain. With upgrades that make this binding lighter and reground materials that ma more→ke the design greener, this year's edition is our favorite yet. Double Take buckles with Insta-Click let us strap in fast so we can keep charging lap after lap, and the supportive Heel Hammock and highback keep us comfortable while maximizing support. Underfoot, the strong, responsive, and shockingly playful baseplate is equipped with shock-absorbing EVA and B3 gel padding.