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As a returning skier after several years off, my last pair of goggles before returning probably came off the "no one else will wear these because they're really bad" rack. Last year I had the opportunity to use the Atomic Revent L FDL HD OTG goggles and was introduced to high quality lenses and...

Bike helmets, like ski helmets, have many shapes and features; manufacturers tend to prioritize ventilation and overall protection. The helmet that I have been using is the Specialized Sierra, which is lightweight, fits well, and has a ponytail port -- but it doesn't have MIPS. As much as I love...

Eyeglasses. They’re the bane and savior of many people, including a large number of skiers. The saving grace of glasses is the ability to see. The bane is trying to find a goggle that fits over them without squashing the earpieces into the side of your head. Many companies offer OTG (Over the...

Smith Quantum has a clasp that is magnetic and easy to use with mittens. It appears that there is an issue with it staying closed in some cases, causing an issue with secure closure. From the US Consumer Product Safety Commission: The buckle on the helmet can disengage, posing a risk of head...

I can't keep these straight. I'm considering my existing orange Smith V helmet (gah, can't remember the name! Definitely a V), and I want another orange one. The old one fits great, as opposed to many brands. Buuuut what distinguishes each from the other? And do they all have MIPS versions?

These two helmets were tested last week head to head (and back to back on the same runs!) in the Sierra mountains. The review is on the "overall" fit and functionality of the products, rather than a particular lens to use on a particular day. It was a super sunny day....so we used the "sunny...

While there is always a lot of buzz about new gear, and for purposes of this thread lets include both hard and soft goods, but, there are many products still in use that have stood the test of time and continue to be top shelf. Let's identify some and the reasons why. I start by nominating...

.....because no respectable ski site can operate without one, lol. I don't wear a helmet, or even goggles at times. I like beanies and sunglasses when the conditions allow it. That being said, my son questions why I don't wear one, yet he has to. So I think I'm ready to give a helmet an...

A customer was looking at the MIPS options of helmets in our store a few days ago and noticed a fairly big difference between two different helmet weights when holding one in each hand. Does weight matter to you?