CAPiTA Horrorscope 155 2018 /2019

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 …

The Oakley Target Line L Goggles give plenty of coverage when we're riding the summit chair under heavy snowfall. The winds might be whipping, but our cheeks stay cozy thanks to the larger fit and fac more→e foam lining. When winter's chill turns to spring sun, we appreciate the anti-fog treatment keeping the lens crystal clean when we work up a sweat.

Laps at the resort or cruising in the backcountry, the Smith MAG Goggles are a must-have on powder days and sunny days alike. These goggles have an innovative magnetic lens-changing system, which allo more→ws us to swap out our lenses when the weather changes quickly. The lenses are cylindrical carbon-x with 5X anti-fog inner lenses that Smith enhanced with AirEvac for greater fog reduction, giving us a crystal-clear view from the summit to the lodge. ChromaPop lens technology increases our color contrast and vibrancy for greater vision when on the mountain, and a triple-layer DriWix face foam wicks moisture from our head and brow so it doesn't get transferred to our lenses. The super wide, silicone-backed …

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.

thirtytwo brings convenience to riders new and old in the Shifty BOA Snowboard Boot. With a soft flex, comfort-focused liner, and lightning-fast BOA Fit System, learners can progress with ease and exp more→erienced shredders can enjoy the comfort of this easy-going boot.

Don't listen to the try-hards that preach about 130 flex boots, many skiers are way better off in a softer boot like the Rossignol Hi-Speed Pro 100 MV Ski Boot. The 100 flex of this boot offers power more→when you need it and forgiveness when things go wrong, while the 100mm mid-volume last keeps your feet in place and pressure-free throughout long days.

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.