Nidecker Odyssey 143 2023 /2024

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 Giro Axis Goggles feature an unobstructed field of view combined with Giro’s quick-change lens system (two lenses included) for speedy swaps when stormy weather threatens to obstruct your vision. more→This lens system features four snap pins and self-locating magnets, so you can quickly pop off your lens and snap in another without prying excessively or worrying about moisture coming through the lens-to-frame interface. The Axis Goggles are a hybrid between Giro’s popular Block and Contact Goggles, providing a modern take on the classic cylindrical design. Giro’s Expansion View Technology drastically increases your field of view, so you can easily locate on-snow obstacles, avoid upcoming cliff …

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.

ThirtyTwo's comfortable and convenient Shifty BOA Snowboard Boot is a go-to, thanks to its versatile design. Even if cruddy conditions have us second-guessing, the motley of features in the Shifty wil more→l push us onward and up the lift for a fun day of riding. A soft flex mixed with a plush insole maximizes comfort around the ankles while lending forgiveness for minute errors when turning. And the BOA dial maxes the convenience factor, letting us adjust the fit or fly in and out of the boot in micro-seconds.

With a plush fit and feel, thirtytwo's 2024 Shifty Snowboard Boot boasts a Comfort liner that's lined with micro-fleece for a cozy-warm feel without irritation. This liner is comprised of Intuition fo more→am for an adaptive, heat-moldable fit that wraps our feet in heavenly comfort. The Shifty is finished with an internal lacing system that tightens over the liner to eliminate heel lift, as well as an impact-absorbing STI Evolution Foam outsole for plentiful grip across icy parking lots and sidewalks.

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.