Santa Cruz OGSC 142 2019 /2020

When peripheral vision is of the utmost important, don't toss on just any old goggle — reach for Smith's Squad XL MTB ChromaPop Goggle. These lofty goggles boast Smith's largest cylindrical frame, for more→vision that's unhindered in every direction. The massive cylindrical lens is made from molded Carbonic-X material that Smith crafts for its intense durability, so you know its tough enough to handle hard-hitting DH days, and cutting loose with park laps alike, and it still packs in Fox-X technology to keep your sweat from making things steamy. Smith's ChromaPop lens innovates your specs for crystal clear vision that adapts to changing lighting, so your vision can remain sharp from deep woods to…

For a great fit and view, we kit up with the Smith Squad S Goggles. We get that made-for-us feel with the soft foam and responsive frame molding to our face. The semi-rimless design and oversized cyli more→ndrical lens give us an unobstructed view of the mountain, while the color- and contrast-enhancing ChromaPop tech ensures we see every variation in the terrain.

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.

Scarpa's Maestrale XT Ski Boot is our maestro for conducting rhythmic wiggles across the backcountry. It's the best baton for master conductors creating art down snowy summits. We love its smooth, pro more→gressive 130+ flex that offers the performance needed for aggressive descents, and a carbon-infused construction keeps the boot's weight low for comfy ascents. A roomy 101mm last and thermo-moldable liner further enhances uphill comfort, and the walk mode maintains an excellent range of motion. Underfoot, Vibram's rubber sole mixes with Scarpa's TOP85 compound for greater durability that doesn't inhibit overall traction. This is the boot to conquer icy, rocky summits as well as float deep powder …

From morning warmups at the Nordic Track to a weekend skiing to a backcountry yurt, the Escape Outpath booth is built to get it done. It combines a warm layer of Thinsulate insulation to keep you warm more→, while SensiFit construction wraps your foot for a supportive fit all day.

Happy feet contribute heavily to a fun day on hill, and the Rossignol Alltrack Pro 100 MV Ski Boot contribute heavily to happy feet. For blood flow, warmth, and comfort these boots pair a mid-wide100m more→m last with a thermo-moldable liner that locks your heel in place without pinching. Once you are happy you will be skiing more and more, during this time the 100 flex will promote proper turn initiation technique as well as ample forgiveness between edges.

SPECS: Weight: 1030 grams Height: 24 mm Freeride bindings Din/ISO Range 4.0-13.0 20 mm adjustable heel range DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY: Versatile, freeride bindings Triple Pivot Elite toe and Inter Pivot 3 more→freeride heel are lightweight and stiff for improved edge grip and control Sole ID technology allows compatibility to every kind of ski boot and tool-free adjustability settings Anti ice rail scrapes snow off from the boot sole Anti Friction Device supports precise release Inter Pivot 3 Freeride Heel improves power transmission and elasticity for improved movement and comfort

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.