Ride Saturday 146 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 …

We fine-tune our kit with Smith's 4D MAG S Goggles Replacement Lens, which pops right in and out of our 4D MAG S goggles—thanks to the easy lever release system. With lenses tailored to sun, clouds, a more→nd everything in between, these replacement lenses keep us prepared for whatever conditions the mountain throws at us.

Taking the Fall Line refers to taking the most directly downhill path down the mountain, which is why the Oakley Fall Line XM Prizm Goggles will be the perfect addition to your hard-charging runs down more→steep cruisers. Their Prizm lens technology enhances both contrast visual clarity to help you identify changes in snow conditions so you can react to them faster when you're sailing down the slopes. Their wide, cylindrical lens gives you a large field of vision for better downhill safety, while anti-fog coating ensures that you won't have to deal with cloudy vision when you're working hard. With a flexible frame and moisture-wicking face-foam these goggles will sit comfortably on your face, and …

There are so many ways we could analyze and admire the comfortable features of the STW Double Boa Snowboard Boot, whether we're looking at its heat-moldable Intuition liner or the microfleece lining t more→hat keeps our toes warm. But to really seal the deal, thirtytwo gave the STW a makeover with a Dual BOA Fit System at the top of the boot so we can now lock in a perfect fit and control upper stability independent of each other. Definitely a win for our feet.

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.

From peak to park to pow, all the zones on the mountain are easier to navigate when we're locked into the thirtytwo Lashed Double BOA Snowboard Boot. With a versatile medium flex and micro-adjustable more→zonal Boa laces, this boot ensures our feet are feeling fine no matter the terrain. Supportive backstays and independent eyestays keep the boot responsive and evenly flexing long beyond opening day, and the thermo-moldable Team Fit liner fits the contours of our feet to eliminate rubbing and sliding within the boot.

Features Padded shoulder strap and convenient grab handles for easy transport 2 padded, cinch-top ski sleeves protect your skis and outwear, helping keep gear organized Dedicated internal pole compart more→ment for added pole protection Carry 1-pair of alpine skis or 2-pair of Nordic skis and poles, up to 192cm in length S-Shaped zipper that coils around the bag simplifies retrieving and stowing gear External compression straps keep gear from shifting YKK zippers provide smooth, reliable access Lockable zippers deter theft (locks sold separately)