Nitro Ripper 116 2022 /2023

Head out on a powder day and leave the worry about fogging behind with the Skyline XL Chromapop Goggles. These frameless goggles offer a wide field of vision and are equipped with Smith's ChromaPop te more→chnology that enhances colors and clarity so you can pick the best line to make deep turns in.

We always pull on the Julbo Sniper L Nordic Zebra Photochromic Goggles for our trips to the trailhead to help maximize our comfort and enjoyment on the trail. These goggles are built specifically for more→cross-country skiing thanks to a quickly ventilating lens that helps eliminate fogging on the uphill and cold air in our eyes on the downhill. The large spherical lenses boost our peripheral vision and provide clear optics that boost contrast on flat light days so that we can see minor imperfections in the trail and beat our own personal best.

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 …

By taking inspiration straight from the skate park, Deeluxe's DNA Snowboard Boots are the ultimate pair for thrashing the streets or the resort's terrain park. The base of the boot features a super-gr more→ippy Skate Flex sole, providing the board feel for freestyle riding on and off the mountain. The Jib Tongue is thin, providing a direct boot-to-binding connection for enhanced power transfer without stiffening the boot. The hybrid lacing system is the icing on top, with a BOA Fit System dial locking our heel in place and traditional laces providing a customizable fit with reliable, old-school tech.

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.

The X2 is an introductory touring boot with warmth and stability for all-around use. The boot's tall cuff and zip-up lace cover seal out snow, while a Thinsulate lining wraps your foot for warmth. The more→touring-specific sole and lateral heel support provide stability for all-around trail skiing.

The Trilogy Snowboard Binding from Union has proved itself worthy in the biggest battlegrounds of freestyle snowboarding. Beyond nailing a park-worthy design, Union also optimized it to help us ride a more→ny snow type in any weather with superior control. Union's popular Duraflex material, a stiffer flex, comfortably secure straps, and loads of other boot-gripping features make the Trilogy ready to embark on any of our epic riding quests.