CAPiTA Ultrafear 149 2022 /2023

Winds might be whipping snow all along the ridge, but we can see clearly in Oakley's Target Line M Goggles. Even after we're sweating from hiking up the mountain, the Target Line's anti-fog coating en more→sures fog-free vision. We also appreciate the strap's helmet-compatible adjustability mixed with a cushy face foam that feels secure whether we're playing it safe or rocking a beanie.

A staple in the Spy line, the SPY+ Marauder Goggles provide crispy optics for die hard skiers and snowboarders who never shy away from storm riding. The Deadbolt lens system allows us to swap out cyli more→ndrical lenses to provide ourselves with clear optics and defined shadows throughout a day whether it is storming or sunny.

As the smaller version of the popular Sniper the Sniper M Nordic REACTIV Goggles is catered to Nordic skiers with slightly smaller faces who demand high performance from all of their gear. The REACTIV more→lenses add contrast to snowscapes to add clarity. Meanwhile the anti-fog lenses fight off moisture when we are pushing towards the finish line.

The Vans Hi-Standard OG Snowboard Boot brings the street style we love to the mountain with its classic Vans design and comfortable fit. They feature a medium flex that provides both support and play, more→making it ideal for stomping tricks in the park and ripping down groomers alike. We like the traditional lacing system for providing us with the ability to tighten or loosen certain areas for optimal riding comfort, and we also like the comfort and flex the V1 UltraCush Liner brings.

Product Description Simple, lightweight, and effective. The Vans Aura OG Snowboard Boots provide the durability and performance you need out of an all-mountain boot, but with a pared-down design that more→doesn't distract itself with all of the bells and whistles. The single Boa system will have you dialed in for a good time, and a forgiving flex and super comfortable liner will help you get the most out of any style of riding.

The Burton Ruler BOA Snowboard Boot is the epitome of control, providing a stately platform for new and old shredders looking to step up their skills. Starting from the top, the Dual Zone BOA Fit Syst more→em allows us to find the most optimal fit, thanks to micro-adjustable dials that independently alter the upper and lower zones of the boot. Durable materials and a versatile medium flex keep us confident to traverse off-piste and into the park. For maximum comfort, Burton equipped these boots with heat-trapping features: 3M Thinsulate insulation, soft Man Fur lining, and heat-reflective materials ensure cold toes are never a worry.

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.

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.

Whether your destination is just a couple of hours by car, or accessible only by a series of airplanes and trains, Thile’s RoundTrip 192cm Ski bag is built to get your skis and gear safely to the moun more→tain. It features a reinforced main cargo space with plenty of room for a pair of alpine skis, or two pairs of nordic skis up to 192cm in length, and added protection for poles in dedicated pole compartment.

Designed for the progressing intermediate female skiers looking to get off the groomers and into more adventurous terrain, the Mindbender 85W provides an agile, forgiving platform that excels in a var more→iety of conditions. Oufitted with a Slantwall construction, a 30-degree angle to the sidewall in K2’s Hybritech construction, The 85W is responsive while maintaining accuracy and power. Sharing the same Aspen Micro Block core and All-Terrain rocker, a gradual rise in the tip for great versatility in all conditions, with a low, short rise in the tail for added control in variable snow as some of its bigger siblings, the 85W maintains its versatility, float and control. TECHNOLOGY: ALL-TERRAIN ROCKER™ - Gr…