Method Buyers Guide 23/24 by Method Snowboard Magazine

BUYER’S GUIDE 2023/24

BUYERS GUIDE 24

BOARDS & BINDINGS BUYER’S GUIDE 2023/24 THIS PAGE: NICHOLAS WOLKEN PHOTO: AARON SCHWARTZ

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DO YOU REMEMBER THE LAST TIME YOU STEPPED INTO A GROCERY STORE AS YOU WERE STARVING HUNGRY, OR POSSIBLY JUST REALLY STONED? You’re aisle-hopping without a plan, and with little to no regard for your empty bank account. Bags of blue candy and suspiciously orange cheese snacks are calling your name, and even though you’re not

sure exactly what’s in them, the reduced-price sandwiches nearing their expiry date look kinda tempting. Anyway, we’re close to leaving the long journey through the snowless months of summer behind us, and the pre-season is a time of expectation and excitement. Similar in ways to the feeling of hunger that led to entering the supermarket mentioned above. A word of warning

before you read the following pages: They are filled with the latest and finest gear in the industry. Don’t be surprised if you end up with a cart full of rad stuff by the time you arrive at the cashier. Lucky for you, no expiration dates exist on any of the following products! - Method

*Unless marked otherwise, the products in this guide are unisex, but these are just guidelines. If you like the look of something, ride it! These brands know their gear better than anyone, and all product copy is provided directly by them.

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CANDLE RAIN BY PAT MOORE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Versatile, powerful, unique

RIKSGRÄNSEN “DANIEL FRANCK 153” KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Fun, responsive toolbox, playful

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 149, 153, 155, 157, 158w, 159, 161 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain Freestyle LENGTHS: 149, 153, 157 FLEX: 7/ 10 SHAPE: Twin Tip PROFILE: Camber

BRYAN IGUCHI PRO KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

RIKSGRÄNSEN 157 “ROSE”

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fun, responsive toolbox, playful

Stable, versatile, rideability Big Mountain / All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 156, 158w, 159, 162, 163mw, 167 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Taper PROFILE: Camber

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain Freestyle LENGTHS: 149, 153, 157 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin Tip PROFILE: Camber

DRAFT

NERA 159 LTD

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Poppy, playful, versatile

Playful, responsive, fun

Park / All-Mountain LENGTHS: 147, 150, 153, 154w, 156, 158w FLEX: 4 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Camber

All-Mountain Freeride LENGTHS: 156, 159 FLEX: 7/ 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

WOMENS

SWOON CAMBER

NERA 160 WIDE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful, charging, effortless Big Mountain LENGTHS: 143, 147, 151, 155 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber

www.arborcollective.eu

Playful, responsive, fun All-Mountain Freeride LENGTHS: 160w, 163w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

www.atlantissnowboards.com

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THUNDERSTORM

BLOSSOM

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fast, powerful, genderless

Aggressive, performance, park

Big Mountains LENGTHS: 144, 148, 152n, 154, 156n, 156, 156w, 158, 159w, 161, 162w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Traditional camber with 3BT

MOODBOARD

Park, Big Jumps, Rails LENGTHS: 149, 152, 155, 158, 162 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

WOMENS

REWIND

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Freestyle, park, fun Park

LENGTHS: 140, 143, 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 4 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Traditional camber with 3BT

Playful, jibby, soft

Park, Rails, Jibs LENGTHS: 141, 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 2 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Pure Pop Camber

BEYOND MEDALS

FAMILY TREE GRIL MASTER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fresh, aggressive, cool All-Mountain LENGTHS: 151, 154, 156, 158w, 159, 161w, 164w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Traditional camber with 3BT

BATALEON 20Y BOARD KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Goliath, freestyle, fun PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 156, 158w, 159 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Traditional camber with 3BT

www.bataleon.com

Versatile, forgiving, Grilo All-Mountain into Powder LENGTHS: 140, 145, 150, 155, 160, 165, 155w – Also 130 Gril Master Smalls FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Directional Camber

SPLITBOARD

FAMILY TREE HOMETOWN HERO SPLIT KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Aggressive, adventure, accommodating PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Backcountry, Powder LENGTHS: 146, 150, 154, 158, 162, 168, 158w, 162w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Freeride Directional PROFILE: Directional Camber

www.burton.com

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TEAM

AERONAUT KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Responsive, powerful, fast

Fast, responsive, classic

All-Mountain and Park LENGTHS: 153, 156, 159 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin Blunt PROFILE: Smooth Classic camber

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 155, 157, 159, 161 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: ALPINE V3 Profile (Traditional Camber)

ULTRAFEAR REVERSE CAMBER KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

BATTLE RUSTY

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Floaty, versatile, playful

LENGTHS: 147, 149, 151, 153, 155, 157,

Powder, Park and Street LENGTHS: 155w, 159w, 163xw FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Smooth Classic camber

Poppy, playful, jib-centric

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Freestyle

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

153w, 155w FLEX: 5.5 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: PARK V2 (Flat/Rev Hybrid)

TAO OF DRAKE

SPRING BREAK RESORT TWIN KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful, free-spirited, unisex

Everything, freestyle, energetic

Park and Street LENGTHS: 145, 148, 150, 154, 154w FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE:Twin Tip Blunt PROFILE: Skate camber

Resort / Park LENGTHS: 154, 156, 158, 160 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Resort V2 Twin (Hybrid Camber) WOMENS

SPACE METAL FANTASY KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

DFL

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fast, poppy, performing

Soft, playful, easy-going Resort / Park LENGTHS: 139, 141, 143, 145, 147, 149, 151, 153, 145w, 149w, 153w FLEX: 4/ 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Park V2 (Flat/Rev Hybrid)

www.capitasnowboarding.com

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain and Park LENGTHS: 145, 148 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin Blunt PROFILE: Smooth Classic camber

www.northwave.com/snow

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DERBY

RCC3

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Poppy, floaty, fast

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 155, 158, 161 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber

Poppy, powerful, freestyle Freestyle / All-Mountain LENGTHS: 154.5, 157.5, 159.5, 158w, 162w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Asym Twin PROFILE: C3 Camber

RADICAL KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

GREMLIN

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Floaty, poppy, aggressive

Versatility, lightweight, fast

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

All-Terrain, Freestyle LENGTHS: 148, 151, 154, 154w, 157w, 161w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Hybrid camber

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 148, 152, 155, 158, 161 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: C3 Camber

WOMENS

LADIES CHOICE

SPARY KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Playful, lightweight, fast PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park, All-Mountain LENGTHS: 148, 152, 156, 159 FLEX: 5/ 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Flat

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Jamie Anderson’s Go To anywhere, everywhere. Preferred terrain:

Freestyle / All-Mountain LENGTHS: 139.5, 142.5, 145.5, 148.5, 151.5, 153.5 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Asym Twin PROFILE: C2x Hybrid

MIAMI

HEADSPACE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Versatility, lightweight, fast All-Terrain, Freestyle LENGTHS: 143, 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Hybrid camber

www.funkysnowboards.com

Forest Bailey’s freestyle vehicle. Freestyle / Park LENGTHS: 149, 152, 155, 155w, 158 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: C3 Camber

eur.gnu.com

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HOVERCRAFT 2.0

ANTIDOTE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Nimble, floaty, stable

Freeride / Powder LENGTHS: 144, 148, 152, 156, 160, 164 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Freeride PROFILE: Directional Rocker

Swiss Knife

Pow, park, piste LENGTHS: 145, 148, 151, 154, 157, 158w, 159, 161w, 163, 164w FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Twin with 3d contour in the nose PROFILE: Camber

PASSPORT FREECARVER 6000S

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fast, powerful, playful

Precise, grippy, friendly

Pow, Piste, All-Mountain LENGTHS: 146, 149, 151, 154, 157, 158w, 159, 161w, 163, FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: directional PROFILE: Camber, rocker in the nose and tail

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

On-Piste

LENGTHS: 150, 154, 158 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Freeride PROFILE: Full Camber

BROADCAST

STRATOS KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Poppy, versatile, energetic All-Mountain LENGTHS: 143, 146, 149, 152, 155 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Freeride PROFILE: Directional Rocker WOMENS

TWEAKER

All-Terrain Weapon

Park, Piste, Pow LENGTHS: 153, 156, 159, 162, 158w, 163w FLEX: 7/ 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber with Rocker in the tail and nose

AFTERBLACK

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Playful, stable, poppy

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Park, All-Mountain slayer

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Freestyle / Park LENGTHS: 149, 151, 154, 156, 157w, 159, 160w, 162 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Full Camber

www.jonessnowboards.com

Park, Piste, Side Country LENGTHS: 149, 151, 154, 156w, 157, 159w, 160 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Camber

www.k2snow.com

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PENCIL

OFF RAMP

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fast, controlled, effortless All-Mountain, Groomers, Powder, Trees, Everything :) LENGTHS: 138, 147, 153, 159, 164 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional / Half-Moon Tail PROFILE: Float Camber (camber under foot with early rise)

Poppy, freestyle, street

Freestyle / Park LENGTHS: 151, 154, 157, 157w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: C3 Camber

CAFÉ RACER

LIB RIG

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Stable, powerful, carver Groomers, Powder LENGTHS: 144, 150, 156, 159, 164 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Full Camber

PIN TONIC KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Fast-charging, surfy, floaty PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain, Powder, Groomers, Slush LENGTHS: 164, 172 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional / Pintail PROFILE: Float Camber (camber under foot with early rise)

OTTO KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Freestyle-carving, poppy, playful PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain, Park, Groomers, Side-Hits, Powder, Trees LENGTHS: 153, 157, 161 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Float Camber (camber under foot with early rise)

www.koruashapes.com

Austen Sweetin’s Dreamboard All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 156, 159, 160w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: C3 Camber

EJACK KNIFE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

3D engineered, powerful, floaty-slasher PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 154, 157, 159, 159w, 162w FLEX: 6-7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: C3 Camber

APEX GOLDEN ORCA KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Ultralight TECHNO POP carbon construction PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 157, 161 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: C2X Hybrid

eur.lib-tech.com

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AIRMASTER

GAMMA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful and fun Resort

LENGTHS: 150, 154, 156, 158, 162 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: 3D low camber

Cruisey Asym Twin

Backcountry Freestyle LENGTHS: 153, 157 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Asym Twin PROFILE: Camrock

GAMMA APX

SHIFTER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Carbon-Infused Asym Twin

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Rides like butter

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park

Backcountry Freestyle LENGTHS: 153, 157 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Asym Twin PROFILE: Camber

LENGTHS: 146, 150, 154, 158 FLEX: 4 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: 3D low camber

CREAMER

VENUS PLUS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

The creamiest board

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 155w, 158w, 161w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: 3D mellow camber

SENDER KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Fast and dangerous

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Resort

LENGTHS: 153, 156, 158w, 161w FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: 3D Dynamic Camber

www.lobstersnowboards.com

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Big-hearted, versatile charger PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 139,143,147,151,155 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber

* $10 per board sold goes to breast cancer charity Keep-A-Breast

THRUSTER KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Powerful, versatile turner PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 147, 150, 153, 156, 159, 159w FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber

www.nidecker.com

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ALTERNATOR

DEEP FAKE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Fast, purposeful, Elston + Siebert

Poppy, powerful, unisex

All-Terrain Vehicle LENGTHS: 157, 160, 162w FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: True Camber

All-Mountain, Powder LENGTHS: 144, 148, 151, 155, 157w, 159, 161w, 162, 165w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Hybrid Extra Camber

TEAM PRO MARCUS KLEVELAND

SHADOWBAN KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

One board for everything!

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Freestyle, powerhouse, Pro-caliber

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Everywhere LENGTHS: 147, 151, 154, 155w, 157, 160w, 161, 164w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Hybrid Standard Camber

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park

LENGTHS: 155, 157, 159 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: True Camber

T1 X FFF

ZERO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Street, legendary durability, speed

Fun, smooth, unisex

Park and Street LENGTHS: 149, 152, 152w, 155, 155w, 158, 158w FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Cam-Out Camber

OPTISYM

All-Mountain, Park LENGTHS: 142, 147, 151, 154w, 155, 157w, 159, 161w FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Asymmetrical Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Standard Camber WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

For everyone, friendly, fun PREFERRED TERRAIN:

The Entire Mountain LENGTHS: 138, 142, 146, 149, 153, 156, 159 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Aysm Twin PROFILE: Cam-Out Camber

www.nitrosnowboards.com

SATURDAY

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Every day on the Saturday is a weekend PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Everywhere LENGTHS: 138, 142, 146, 150, 154 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Hybrid Standard Camber

www.ridesnowboards.com

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RENE-GADE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Otherworldly Finnish Precision PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Rene’s Backyard, the streets of Helsinki, X-Games’ Podiums LENGTHS: 153, 156, 157w, 159, 160w FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Fusion Camber

HUCK KNIFE PRO KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Lightweight, responsive, poppy PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park and Pipe LENGTHS: 149, 153, 156, 156w, 159, 159w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid – Rock Out Camber

STALE FISH KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

NO DRAMA

Pow Day Destroyer

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Poppy, precise, agile

Pow fields, cheese wedges, chuckin’ clouds LENGTHS: 151, 154, 157, 160 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Free-The-Ride Directional Camber

WOMENS

HYPE

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park and Pipe LENGTHS: 139, 143, 146, 149, 152 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid – Rock Out Camber

ABSTRACT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Approachable, pressable, NEW Lapping park, cruising groomers, giving viiiiiiibes LENGTHS: 139, 143, 147, 151 FLEX: 4 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Fusion Camber

AGENT PRO

Poppy, nimble, unisex Freestyle

LENGTHS: 138, 143, 147, 151, 153,

155, 155w, 158, 158w, 162 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Hybrid – Rock Out Camber

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

DANCEHAUL

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Versatile, agile, poppy

Super charged sender

Ollieing slow signs, sending it deep LENGTHS: 151, 154, 155w, 157, 158w, 160, 161w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Fusion Camber

www.romesnowboards.com

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Anywhere

LENGTHS: 143, 147, 152, 154, 157 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Tapered Directional PROFILE: Hybrid – Rock Out Camber

www.salomon.com

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MACRODOSE

ATV

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Fast, floaty, spiritual

Stable, powerful, butteryness

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Freeride and beyond perception LENGTHS: 158, 162 FLEX: 8 / 10 SHAPE: Directional and tapered PROFILE: Powder camber

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 155, 157, 159w, 163w FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber with 3D nose

MYSTERY LUNCH KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Poppy, direct, blunted, PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park

LENGTHS: 153, 157, 161 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Traditional camber

HAPPY PLACE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Poppy, playful, unisex PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Freestyle, park, street LENGTHS: 135, 142, 146, 148, 150, 152, 154, 155w, 156, 158, 159w, 163w. FLEX: 4 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: CamRock

UNDERTAKER

SPECTRUM

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful, floaty, smooth

Jibby, surprisingly solid

All-mountain LENGTHS: 151, 154, 157 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Long nose twin PROFILE: Modi “M” Camber

Park, street, pow LENGTHS: 148, 151, 153w, 154, 157 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

SPLITBOARD

WOMENS

VANILLA

VERTICAL SPLIT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Smooth, poppy, delicious All-Mountain & Jibs LENGTHS: 139, 144, 149 FLEX: 3 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Transform camber

www.simscollective.com

Turn, burn & slash

Backcountry / Touring LENGTHS: 151, 158, 162 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber with 3D nose

www.slashsnow.com

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CADET

THE VUFO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Precise, powerful, agile Resort / Backcountry. Every condition from Hardpack to Powder LENGTHS: 150, 154, 158, 162 FLEX: 6/ 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber, lifted nose

Fast, poppy, playful

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 153, 156, 156w, 159, 159w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: True Twin PROFILE: Camber

HORIZON

THE WERNI STOCK

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful, responsive, reliable Resort / Park LENGTHS: 143, 147, 151, 155, 159 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber

Fast-carving, balanced, snappy All-Mountain LENGTHS: 157 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber

DEEP REACH

CONTINENTAL DIRECTIONAL

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Float, fast, glide

Powder, groomers, slush LENGTHS: 149, 153, 156, 159, 162 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber, lifted nose

Playfull, fast, easy

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 149, 152, 156, 159, 162 FLEX: 5/ 10 SHAPE: Directional PROFILE: Camber

EXPERIMENT

MOTHERBRAIN

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Playful, float, glide

Powder, smooth groomers LENGTHS: 148, 155 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Directional, fish PROFILE: Flat camber, lifted nose

www.unitedshapes.com

Powerful, surfy, fast

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 156w, 159w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camrock

www.vimanasnow.com

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LA HACHE 10TH ANNIVERSARY

YES. PYZEL COLLAB KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Stable, poppy, fun

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain LENGTHS: 148, 150, 154, 155w, 158, 160w, 162, 164w FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional Twin PROFILE: Camber

Poppy, smooth, trustful All-Terrain

LENGTHS: 153, 156, 159, 162 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin-directional PROFILE: Camber early rise

ARVINE WMN 10TH ANNIVERSARY KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Smooth, stable, playful PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Terrain

LENGTHS: 141, 145, 148, 151, 154 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: Twin-directionnal PROFILE: Camber-rocker

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

STANDARD UN..INC DC KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Floaty, fast, powerful

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Backcountry LENGTHS: 149 (new size), 153, 156, 159, 162 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Directional volume Twin PROFILE: Camber

SALAZ LTD LIO

BASIC UN..INC RDM

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Precise, poppy, banger

Fast, lively, poppy

Park & Street LENGTHS: 153, 156, 159 FLEX: 6 / 10 SHAPE: True-twin PROFILE: Camber-rocker

NATION

Resort riding LENGTHS: 149, 152, 156w, 158, 159w, 161 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

JACKPOT

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Stable, poppy, quick

Mellow, playful, easy

Slopes & Park LENGTHS: 142, 145, 148, 150, 153, 155 FLEX: 5 / 10 SHAPE: True-twin PROFILE: Flat camber

www.westsnowboarding.com

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park

LENGTHS: 152, 154, 156, 158 FLEX: 7 / 10 SHAPE: Twin PROFILE: Camber

www.yesnowboard.com

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CYPRESS

ASTRO FULLWRAP

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

FLEX: 7 / 10

FLEX: 8 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: New plant based BioStrap,

MAIN FEATURES: Conquer All-Mountain terrain with top-tier

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Powerful, supportive, stable

Ultra Grip Toe Strap, Cast Alu Buckles.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Aggressive, All-Mountain, shredding

control and support for aggressive shredding.

HEMLOCK

ETNA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Poppy, playful,control

Powerful, comfortable, versatile PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Elevate board performance, embrace all-mountain terrain, and ride with lasting comfort and confidence.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Co-Mold Ankle Strap, Cast

Alu Buckles, Patented Bow Straps.

SPRUCE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

BLASTER ASYMWRAP

Playful, comfortable, effortless PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Lightweight Base, Nylon Buckles, Patented Bow Straps.

SEQUOIA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Precision,customizable, comfortable PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Personalize your fit for dynamic park, resort, and backcountry riding. WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Powerful, supportive, stable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: New plant based BioStrap, Ultra Grip Toe Strap, Cast Alu Buckles. WOMENS

ACACIA

WOMENS

Comfortable, fun, versatile PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Comfortable flex, tailored for women, extensive customization for optimal fit, hassle-free entry for seamless shredding.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Fly is an affordable, adaptable

binding for all terrains, blending control and freestyle seamlessly. KIDS

Playful, comfortable, effortless PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 3 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Lightweight Base, Nylon Buckles, Patented Bow Straps. www.arborcollective.eu

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: New, versatile, comfortable

Playful, comfortable, effortless PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Lightweight Base, Nylon Buckles, Patented Bow Straps.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

DONNA

FLY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

SAPLING KIDS

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

GATA KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

New, Comfortable, Adjustable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Gata is engineered for daily use with full adjustability, affordability, and premium standards. www.bataleon.com

WOMENS

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CARTEL X (EST AND REFLEX)

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, versatile, responsive

AXTION

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Team driven, performance

FLEX: 7 / 10

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

MAIN FEATURES: Heel Hammock for true heel lock, B3

FLEX: 6 / 10

gel cushioning, smooth glide buckles, tool free strap adjustment. Available in EST (for Burton Channel) or Re:Flex (for channel or inserts).

MAIN FEATURES: Flex Control Driveplate, Dual

Band ankle strap, uni-body nylon chassis, solid asymmetric highback, Grip Form toe strap.

LEXA X (EST AND REFLEX)

AXTION FOREST BAILEY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Performance, comfort, reliability PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Flex Control Driveplate, Dual Band ankle strap, Grip Form toe strap, uni-body nylon chassis + solid asymmetric highback.

SPLITBOARD

WOMENS

Lightweight, versatile, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Heel Hammock for true heel lock, B3 gel cushioning, smooth glide buckles, tool free strap adjustment.

STEP ON SPLIT

TRANSFER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Step On Touring

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile performance, dominance

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry/Touring

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

FLEX: 8 / 10

FLEX: 6 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Built for splitboarding with

MAIN FEATURES: Flex Control Driveplate, Dual Band ankle

ride and tour modes. Works with splitboard (puck mounting) systems.

strap, two piece chassis + slightly asymmetric highback, Grip Form toe strap.

STYLIST KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Lightweight, reliable, comfortable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Flex Control Driveplate, Dual Band ankle strap with soft power band, asymmetric solid highback, Grip Form toe strap.

LOGIC

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Dynamic, soft, freedom PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Flex Control Driveplate, Dual

Band ankle strap with soft asymmetric power band, urethane highback, Grip Form toe strap.

COR PRO KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Powerful, supportive, reliable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freeride FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Carbon Fiber Flex Control Driveplate, Dual Band ankle strap, new cored out highback, canted footbed. eur.bentmetal.com

STEP ON GENESIS

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

WOMENS

Hiback suspension, comfort, Step On PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Step On performance and convenience, kickback hammock delivering hiback suspension and comfort.

WOMENS STEP ON KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Hiback suspension, comfort, step on PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Step On performance and convenience, kickback hammock delivering hiback suspension and comfort.

STEP ON GROM

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Step On for Groms! PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain resort FLEX: 3 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Step On performance and

convenience for smaller riders. This is the most connection points for any other kids binding in this small kids size range. www.burton.com

KIDS

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RADAR

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Powerful, freestyle, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: Big Jumps, Backcountry and Piste FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Carbon composite highback mixed

with the alloy baseplate makes this our stiffer freestyle oriented binding.

NX2-4-1

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, premium, performance PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Limited Mike Basich /

2-4-1 colorway of this all-time Flow favourite.

SUPERSPORT KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Secure, performance, freestyle

Performance, comfort, style PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Aluminium wing connection of hiback to baseplate creates a unique comfortable feel.

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Snowparks, Freeride, Backcountry FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The lightsaber baseplate combined with the grandmaster heel strap makes this a very secure yet forgiving freestyle binding.

FUSE HYBRID

RELOAD TAO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Freestyle, tweakable, unisex PREFERRED TERRAIN: Snowparks, Street, Piste FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: This unisex binding with softer

highjack and smaller ankle strap makes tweaking your grabs super easy.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Affordable, comfortable, flexible PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: This is the perfect binding for everyone at a price point that’s truely hard to beat.

FIFTY - RUSTY TOOTHBRUSH COLLAB

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Affordable, comfortable, flexible PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry, Piste, Jibbing FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Fun, tweakable binding at a price

point made for the masses.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

WOMENS

Flexible, comfortable, freestyle PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Freestyle FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The perfect do everything go everywhere binding for women. www.northwave.com/snow

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, powerful, direct PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freeride FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The do-it-all workhorse of the

Flow line gets a graphic overhaul – performance thankfully unchanged.

FENIX PLUS

FIFTY

JADE

WOMENS

OMNI

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Loose, compliant, super comfortable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Park FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: ExoKush strap and mid-soft baseplate create a unique surfy sensation.

FENIX

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Minimal, lightweight, efficient PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Asym Highback, ExoFrame

Strap, Axis Baseplate combine to deliver a punchy performance package.

MAYON PLUS KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

WOMENS

Loose, compliant, super comfortable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Park FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: ExoKush strap and mid-soft baseplate create a unique surfy sensation.

www.flow-bindings.com

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MERCURY

EDITION

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise binding, smooth

Responsive, comfortable, maneuverable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freeriding FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology, Control Flex Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Groomers, Side Hits, Resort FLEX: 5/ 10 MAIN FEATURES: Well rounded All-Mountain Freestyle

binding, straps and highback made out of Beans.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Aggressive and powerful

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfortable, playful, precise

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freeriding

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: All-Mountain binding, straps and highback made out of beans.

FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology,

Progressive Flex Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps.

PROGRAM

METEORITE SURF SERIES

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stiff, direct, responsive

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stable, comfortable, tweak-able

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freestyle

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: All-Mountain binding, straps and highback made out of beans.

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology, Dynamic Flex

Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps. WOMENS

AURORA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfortable, playful, precise

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Groomers, Side Hits, Resort

FLEX: 7 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology,

MAIN FEATURES: All-Mountain Freestyle binding, straps

Progressive Flex Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps.

and highback made out of beans.

EQUINOX

BOND

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stable, comfortable, tweak-able

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, responsive

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freestyle

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Groomers, Side Hits, Resort

FLEX: 6 / 10

FLEX: 7/ 10

MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology,

MAIN FEATURES: All-Mountain Freestyle binding,

Dynamic Flex Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps.

straps and highback made out of beans. YOUTH

YOUTH ASTEROID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stable, comfortable, versatile PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: SKATETECH technology, Dynamic

Flex Highback, Surf vs. Freeride Mode, 3D Flex Fit Toe Straps. www.jonessnowboards.com

WOMENS

NETWORK

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, responsive

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freeriding

WOMENS

PATH

ORION

WOMENS

ALBANY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Groomers,

Side Hits, Resort FLEX: 6 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: All-Mountain Freestyle, straps

and highback made out of beans. www.k2snow.com

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SUPERMATIC

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Automatic, universal, dual-entry PREFERRED TERRAIN: Truly All-Mountain FLEX: 7.5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The game changer. Fully automatic,

CRUSHER

works with any boot, in all conditions. Unisex.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Effortless and fun PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park FLEX: 5 / 10

KAON PLUS APX

MAIN FEATURES: The Crusher is a straight

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Aggressive, mid-stiff, plush

forward binding built for freestyle riding.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freeride FLEX: 7.5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Glass/Nylon hiback for response,

maximum coverage & comfort from ExoKush straps. Matches Biomimicry boards perfectly.

KAON-X

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, performance, value PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10

HALLDOR PRO

MAIN FEATURES: A Nidecker team favorite loaded with

tech, offering playfulness, comfort and response.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Serious and fun PREFERRED TERRAIN: Resort FLEX: 8 / 10

KAON-W PLUS

MAIN FEATURES: The Halldor Pro bindings

are fully spec’d out for all-mountain freestyle riding.

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Aggressive, mid-stiff, plush PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freeride FLEX: 7.5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Glass/Nylon hiback for

response, maximum coverage & comfort from ExoKush straps. WOMENS

KAON-W

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, performance, value PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

EIKI PRO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful and fun

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Lightweight materials, epic

performance, buttery buckles and peerless comfort.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Eiki Pro bindings grant

total freedom for creative and innovative freestyle riding.

YOUTH

PRIME

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Forgiving, engaging, dependable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Full-spec binding for younger riders

that packs high end performance into a smaller size. www.lobstersnowboards.com

www.nidecker.com

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TEAM PRO

A-10

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / All-Mountain

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Powder

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: High-end, powerful, stiff

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Pro-Choice, responsive, freestyle

FLEX: 10 / 10

FLEX: 8 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Aluminum Chassis, Carbon Slimeback

MAIN FEATURES: Nitro´s most professionally qualified

Highback, Three-piece Ankle Strap, a high-performance machine designed to level-up your riding.

freestyle binding because of its snug fit, responsive straps, and overall durability!

C-9

PHANTOM

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Aggressive, control, performance PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: For the rider who rips everything in front of them. Nylon highback, Three-Piece Ankle Strap, Minimalist Toe Strap with Overmold.

New, lightweight, performance PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: New ETP-U footbed, new base frame, Vibram outsole, and molded straps, the most comfortable response all day!

TEAM

A-8

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, versatile, responsive

Team-Approved, snug-fit, durable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: New injected molded 3D Optiframe ankle strap with air Dampening, and cable reinforced connectors.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Designed for all-mountain

performance with Nylon Highback, Reversible Strap, Minimalist Toe Strap with Overmold.

A-6

ONE X DRINK SEXY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Park, style, surfy

Responsive, lightweight, durable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Park FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: All around performance, responsive feel of aluminum underfoot with Slimeback Highback and Two-Piece Ankle Strap.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Yung Doli Approved,

WOMENS

Symmetric Highback, Air Dampening, 3° Canted Footbed, Cable Reinforced Connector, Premium Comfort Ankle Straps. WOMENS

TEAM PRO WOMENS KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Smooth, comfy, playful

Pro-Choice, responsive, freestyle PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / All-Mountain FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Nitro´s most professionally qualified freestyle binding because of its snug fit, responsive straps, and overall durability!

COSMIC WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Freestyle, support, comfort PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Affordable durability built

to make progession easier and days more fun. Asym Women´s Highback. www.nitrosnowboards.com

CL-4

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain. FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Take your riding to the next

level with Slimeback Highback, One-Piece Ankle Strap and Minimalist Toe Strap. WOMENS

SPLITBOARD

A-BC

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, durable, reliable PREFERRED TERRAIN: Splitboarding. FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Built off the Voile Speed Rail system using

custom engineered RIDE components with Aluminum Chassis, Nylon Highback and Minimalist Toe Strap 2.0. www.ridesnowboards.com

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KATANA

HOLOGRAM

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precision, comfort, unisex

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Adjustable, iconic, perfection

Absolute Park, Jackson Hole, first chair at Stowe FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The cult classic, hyper adjustable, devilishly light best seller is upgraded with our new UltraFlex Pro ankle strap.

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadowfit technology provides

a natural, secure, and comfortable connection, harmonising your boot and binding.

DISTRICT PRO TEAM

TRACE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, reliable, new

Stable, playful, natural connection PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadowfit technology provides a natural, secure, and comfortable connection, harmonising your boot and binding.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Down rails, deep day and

WOMENS

everywhere in-between FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Built on our new HeelWrap platform for reliably smoothy riding and fool proof performance.

HYDRA

HIGHLANDER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, reliable, NEW

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Energy transmission, response

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Down rails, deep day and

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

everywhere in-between FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Women’s version of our new HeelWrap platform bindings, the Hydra is a smooth flexing easy rider.

FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadowfit technology provides

a natural, secure, and comfortable connection, harmonising your boot and binding.

390 BOSS

DISTRICT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Tweakable, lightweight, classic

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Playful, forgiving, natural connection PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadowfit technology provides a natural, secure, and comfortable connection, harmonising your boot and binding.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Boosting sidehits, crankin

carves and tweakin crails FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The OG freestyle workhorse gets upgraded with our new UltraFlex ankle straps for next level comfort and tweakability. WOMENS

CLEAVER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Carbon filled charger

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, forgiving, natural connection

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Sending cliffs, charging steeps

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle

and haulin‘ ass FLEX: 9 / 10

FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadowfit technology provides

MAIN FEATURES: The ultra-responsive, carbon filled

warbird gets upgraded with our new UltraFlex Pro ankle straps for next level performance.

MIRAGE

a natural, secure, and comfortable connection, harmonising your boot and binding. WOMENS

BRASS

QUANTUM

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Lapping with the crew, slashin’

pow and handling business FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Built for slaying whatever the day brings, newly upgraded with our UltraFlex Pro ankle straps for comfort.

Power, response, natural connection PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freeride FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Shadwofit technology provides a natural connection with a carbon injected highback and baseplate for ultimate response.

www.romesnowboards.com

www.salomon.com

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Responsible, agile and stylish

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

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ALL SPLITBOARD BINDINGS

FORCE

ARC ST

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Durable, comfortable, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, surfy

FLEX: 7 / 10

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Trees and powder

MAIN FEATURES: The #1 men’s binding in snowboarding.

FLEX: 7 / 10

Fully redesigned for the 2024 season.

MAIN FEATURES: Cutout baseplates, Pillow

Line Straps, medium flex Asym Highbacks, ST Tech, T1 Binding System.

ULTRA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Soft, cushioned, surfy PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The most cushioned and

comfortable men’s snowboard binding ever developed. Just ask Gigi Ruf.

SURGE ST

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stiff, powerful

STRATA

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Steeps, big mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Flexible, comfortable, fun

FLEX: 9 / 10

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle

MAIN FEATURES: Solid baseplate, Pillow Line

Straps, stiffer Asym Highbacks, ST Tech, T1 Binding System.

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Union’s #1 men’s park and

freestyle snowboard binding.

WOMENS

TRILOGY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Durable, comfortable, responsive

ARC ST PRO

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 7 / 10

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, surfy

MAIN FEATURES: The #1 women’s binding in

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Trees, powder

snowboarding. Fully redesigned for the 2024 season.

FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Cutout Baseplate, ®Pebax Pillow

Line Straps, carbon-infused medium flex Asym Highbacks, ST Tech, T1 Binding System.

WOMENS

ULTRA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Soft, cushioned, surfy PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The most cushioned and

comfortable women’s snowboard binding ever developed. Just ask Jess Kimura.

SURGE ST PRO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Stiff, powerful PREFERRED TERRAIN: Steeps, big mountain FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Solid Baseplate, ®Pebax

Pillow Line Straps, carbon-infused stiff Asym Highbacks, ST Tech, T1 Binding System.

www.sparkrandd.com

LEGACY

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Flexible, comfortable, fun PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Union’s #1 women’s park and

freestyle snowboard binding.

www.unionbindingcompany.com

WOMENS

THE SCANDO V2 MOON BLUE KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Responsive, light, unbreakable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Enhanced edge to edge precision without interfering with the boards natural flex.

THE SCANDO V2 PURPLE DUST KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Responsive, light, unbreakable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Enhanced edge to edge precision without interfering with the boards natural flex.

THE SCANDO V2 SEA GREEN KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Responsive, light, unbreakable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Enhanced edge to edge precision without interfering with the boards natural flex.

www.vimanasnow.com

BOOTS, OUTERWEAR, GOGGLES & HELMETS BUYER’S GUIDE 2023/24

BUYERS GUIDE 24

BOOTS, OUTERWEAR, GOGGLES & HELMETS BUYER’S GUIDE 2023/24 If you’re into driving your car over your boots to make them softer, laces, no-laces, boas everywhere, flip-flops, goggles on helmets, goggles under helmets, hard boots, sunglasses on a pow day, 6K quality goggle lenses, no-gloves in minus twenty, gore-tex jackets, second-hand sponge coats, shirtless riding, oven mitts, baggy pants, no-pants at all, whatever works for you, works for us. You could ride in bermuda shorts for what we care. As long as you fly with the strong intention to rip the hills, we fuck with it. But if you’re looking for the latest technological and fashion advancements for “soft goods”, this is where to look. This is the “Boots, Outerwear, Goggles Helmets, and Bags Method Buyers Guide”. - Method THIS PAGE: CHRISTY PRIOR PHOTO: MARKUS ROHRBACHER PREVIOUS PAGE: MARKO MALSUB PHOTO: ROMAN NEIMANN

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SWATH BOA

AW PREMIER HYBRID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Lightweight, all-mountain, fun!

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Andy Warhol limited series

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Resort & Park

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

FLEX: 5 / 10

FLEX: 6 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Medium flex, dual zone BOA®, with

articulating cuff shell construction and comfort right out of the box.

FELIX BOA

MAIN FEATURES: The all-new Premier Hybrid combines

traditional lacing with BOA® fit system and our patentpending superlock heel harness.

WOMENS

JUDGE – STEP ON ON®

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Performance, response, durability

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, performance, fit

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

All-Mountain, Side and Backcountry FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Vibram outsole with traction lug tech and ecostep rubber, dual zone BOA® with lockdown tech.

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Step On® outsole, eco friendly

impact insole, perfect ventilation, articulated construction combines DC’s boot tech with Burton’s Step On® interface.

PHOTON STEP ON® SOFT

PHANTOM BOOT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Performance, response, mobility

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Best tech, ventilation

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Backcountry / Touring

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

FLEX: 7 / 10

FLEX: 8 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Firm forward flex with added mobility/

MAIN FEATURES: An OG style from 2001, we

flex heelward and side to side. All-Mountain Step On® performance, enhanced for splitboarding.

FELIX STEP ON® SOFT KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

modernized it with top-of-the-line features to make it even better.

WOMENS

TRANSCEND BOOT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Tackle any terrain

Performance, response, mobility

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

WOMENS

All-Mountain, Backcountry / Touring FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Firm forward flex with added mobility/flex heelward and side to side. Enhanced performance for splitboarding.

FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: With a focus on all-mountain

performance and classic DC design, the Transcend is built to tackle any terrain.

PHASE BOA PRO STEP ON®

RITUAL STEP ON®

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, warm, responsive

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, comfort, performance

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Resort & Park

FLEX: 7 / 10

FLEX: 5 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: One of the most advanced boots

MAIN FEATURES: Step On® convenience, dual zone

developed by the brand, this year we’re continuing the progression with a Step On® model.

BOA® fit system, with articulating cuff shell construction and comfort right out of the box.

GROM STEP ON® KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Smallest Step On® Boot Available PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Resort FLEX: 3 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Step On® boot with sizing down to 28 Euro, BOA® fit system, removable liner and inner cuff, recycled rubber outsole. www.burton.com

KIDS

WOMENS PHASE BOA PRO

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Style, comfort, technical PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Lightning-fast dual zone boa

fit system equipped with our patent-pending superlock heel harness. www.dcshoes.com

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T H E

S N O W B O A R D

B O O T

C O M P A N Y

TEAM ID LTD.

ORTON

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Perfectly balanced, mid-soft flex

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, direct, sturdy

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / Slope

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers, Sidecountry, Resort

FLEX: 6 / 10

FLEX: 8 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Mismatched (black-and-white)

MAIN FEATURES: H4/M3 Focus BOA® Fit System with

Colorway, Double Power Strap, Skateflex Sole, L3-Lacing, Freestyle Tongue, Double Back, Translucent sole, Out-of-the-box Comfort.

TX3 Lacing, Articulating Cuff Upper with HDR Premium Synthetics and Endo™ 2.0.

TARO TAMAI

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Surfy, smooth, elegant

AERIS

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Ultimate All-Terrain boot PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Kevin Backstrom Signature Model, WOMENS

Quantum Sole, L3 Lacing with BOA® Fit System for perfect heel hold, Freestyle Tongue, Sidekick Pro, Stage 3 Liner, Out-of-the-box Comfort.

WOMENS

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: H4 Focus BOA® Fit System with TX3 Lacing, Removable 3-Point Harness Liner Lacing.

FORMAT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Strong, swift, precise

ID LARA BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Soft and playful PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / Slope FLEX: 4 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Women-specific, Out-of-the-box Comfort,

BOA® Fit System, Power Strap, Skateflex Sole, Pro Flex Construction, Freestyle Tongue, Stage 3 Liner.

X-PLORER

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Splitboarding meets riding PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry / All-Terrain FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Vibram Eastridge Sole, Rock

Guard, D-Tex Mebrane, Traditional Lacing + BOA® Fit System for perfect heel hold, Power Strap, Out-of-the-box Comfort.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: H4 Focus BOA® Fit System with TX3 Lacing, Removable 3-Point Harness Liner Lacing, 6+3 Last.

HOLGATE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, responsive, fast PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: H4 Coiler BOA® Fit System, Rubber Reinforced Toe Box, Articulating Cuff Upper, Endo™ 2.0 Heel Counter

DNA PRO

EVASION

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / Slope / Street

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Powder, Groomers,

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Pro Performance in a soft flex FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Out-of-the-box Comfort, Traditional

Lacing + BOA® Fit System for perfect heel hold, Power Strap, Skate Flex Sole, Double Back, Stage 3 Liner, Freestyle Tongue.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, traditional lacing

Sidecountry, Resort FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Traditional Lacing, Rubber Reinforced ASYM Articulating Cuff Upper with Endo™ 2.0, Conda™ with BOA® Liner Lacing.

ID DUAL BOA

OVERDRAFT

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park / Slope

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Groomers, Resort

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort meets performance FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: BOA® Fit System, Skateflex Sole, Pro

Flex Construction, Sidekick Technology, Freestyle Tongue, Thermoblock, Out-of-the-box Comfort. www.deeluxe.com

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Playful, surfy, precise FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Traditional Lacing, Articulating

Cuff Upper, Intuition® Comfort Foam 3D Liner, Conda™ with BOA® Liner Lacing. www.k2snow.com

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KITA HYBRID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Hybrid-lacing, stiff, dependable PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freeride

TEAM PRO KLEVELAND TLS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Freestyle, response, Pro-Caliber PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park

FLEX: 9 / 10

FLEX: 8 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Eric Jackson’s go-to boot drops in

MAIN FEATURES: Built for and by Marcus Kleveland

a new lace-up flavour with Nidecker’s own Internal Heel Lock BOA.

to offer the ultimate fit and response underfoot.

RIFT LACE

TEAM TLS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, fit, perfomance

Mid-Soft, articulating, progressive

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

Park & All-Mountain Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Full Nidecker tech (3D toebox, gel dampening, articulating cuff) for traditionalists.

WOMENS

ALTAI-W

FLEX: 10 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The pros favourite for a reason.

Equipped with a Vibram® Outsole made of Vibram® ECOSTEP™ Compound.

CHASE BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Support, durability, comfort PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Solid, tech-filled, versatile

FLEX: 8 / 10

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

MAIN FEATURES: The best fitting BOA® Fit System

FLEX: 7 / 10

boot with an all-mountain flex equipped with a Vibram® Outsole.

MAIN FEATURES: The best value performer out

there. Dual Boa, rubber toe tip, Transition Zone backstay shape.

INCLINE TLS

KITA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Mountaineering,

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Dual Boa, stiff, dependable

splitboarding, durable PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry FLEX: 7-9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Built to push the limits in the backcountry from summit to split track with Vibram backcountry outsole.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freeride FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: External Heel Lock, Gold Level

Wrap liner, Vibram sole, Seamless Construction. WOMENS

RIFT APX

BIANCA TLS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Biomimicry-Series inspired, articulating

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Support, Pro-Caliber, performance

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

Park & All-Mountain Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Full Nidecker tech (3D toebox, gel dampening, articulating cuff) mid-flex package.

MICRON

FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Team Rider Trusted and Approved

with traction built to last and hold even on the iciest conditions. KIDS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

CYPRESS BOA

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Resort

Lightweight, comfortable, extendable All-Mountain FLEX: 4 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: New lightweight kids tech BOA

boot for kids who ride without compromise. Includes Grow-With-Me insole spacer. www.nidecker.com

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Boa, comfort, medium-flex FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Dual BOA® Fit System,

Re/Lace Liner Locker, Women’s Cloud 5 Liner for a medium flexing and comfortable fit. www.nitrosnowboarding.com

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DECADE PRO (BY ETHAN MORGAN)

TORRENT

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Street, Backcountry

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, fit, performance

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Tweakable, comfy, freestyle

FLEX: 6 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: The most high-tech boot on the

MAIN FEATURES: Traditional lace plus power strap

planet, sustainability and performance are top of mind.

and dedicated heel- retention system makes this Ethan’s and the rest of the PRO team boot of choice.

TRIDENT

DECADE HYBRID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Adjustable, durable, responsive

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Easy-entry, comfy, freestyle

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

All-Mountain, Freeride FLEX: 9 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Fitted with our Intuition™ Dream Wrap Liner and the Tongue Tied™ Hybrid Harness system combined with The Closer™.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Street, Backcountry FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: This versatile freestyle oriented

boot got even easier to get in and out of with its brand new hybrid spin system.

EDGE HYBRID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Tweakable, comfy, freestyle PREFERRED TERRAIN: Snowpark, Piste

LASSO PRO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Flexy, hassle-free, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain

FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Its softer flex and low profile stamina

sole gives you a closer feet to board feel.

FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: A stiffer flexing boot that offers a

responsive ride with a hassle-free fit system.

FREEDOM SLS

FUSE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfy, affordable, forgiving

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Team-favourite, comfy, performance

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Snowpark, Piste

PREFERRED TERRAIN:

FLEX: 4 / 10

All-Mountain, Freestyle FLEX: 8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: An unanimous team-favourite year after year, with supreme comfort and hold.

MAIN FEATURES: Affordable, comfortable entry level

boot suitable for all riding styles. WOMENS

DEVINE HYBRID

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Powerful, durable, freestyle PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, Big Jumps and Freeride FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The popcorn outsole is amazing at

absorbing big impacts and it’s our female PRO rider’s favourite boot.

DOMINO HYBRID

WOMENS

HERA PRO

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Performance, durable, precise PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: An all-new boot designed for riders that

want the perfect mix of comfort and performance.

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Tweakable, comfy, easy-entry PREFERRED TERRAIN: Park, piste FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Its softer flex and low profile

stamina sole gives you a closer feet to board feel.

WOMENS

CONTEXT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfy, performance, responsive PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Freestyle FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: A high-end women’s lace snowboard

boot, it’s snug and comfort at the highest level.

www.northwave.com/snow

www.ridesnowboards.com

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LIBERTINE LACE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Rugged, durable, supportive PREFERRED TERRAIN: Setting the boot pack, railing

turns, sending it deep FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: With a slip proof Vibram outsole and dual density Ultralon foam liner, the Libertine is our premium boot family.

DIALOGUE LACE SJ

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, comfortable, Eco-Friendly PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: BOA® activated STR8JKT harness

eliminates heel lift and provides a secure, comfortable fit.

ECHO DUAL BOA

LIBERTINE HYBRID BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Supportive, comfortable, Eco-Friendly PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Dual Zone Boa and Precision harness – wraps your foot, eliminates heel lift, and provides a precise fit.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Rugged, durable, supportive PREFERRED TERRAIN: Setting the boot pack, railing

turns, sending it deep FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: With a slip proof Vibram outsole and dual density Ultralon foam liner, the Libertine is our premium boot family.

LIBERTINE BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Rugged, durable, supportive PREFERRED TERRAIN: Setting the boot pack, railing

turns, sending it deep FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: With a slip proof Vibram outsole and dual density Ultralon foam liner, the Libertine is our premium boot family.

WOMENS

KIANA DUAL BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Precise, comfortable, Eco-Friendly PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain / Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Dual Zone Boa and Precision harness

– wraps your foot, eliminates heel lift, and provides a precise fit.

VISTA DUAL BOA KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

BODEGA BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Buttery smooth PREFERRED TERRAIN: Lapping the park, burnin‘

WOMENS

groomers and tweakin‘ methods FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Medium flexing, freestyle-oriented boot with plush comfort to ride anything.

WOMEN’S BODEGA BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Buttery smooth PREFERRED TERRAIN: Lapping the park, burnin’

groomers and tweakin‘ method FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Medium flexing, freestyle-oriented boot with plush comfort to ride anything.

BODEGA HYBRID BOA

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Buttery smooth PREFERRED TERRAIN: Lapping the park,

burnin’ groomers and tweakin‘ method FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Medium flexing, freestyleoriented boot with plush comfort to ride anything. www.romesnowboards.com

WOMENS

LAUNCH LACE BOA SJ

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Forgiving, comfortable, lightweight PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle FLEX: 5 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: BOA® activated STR8JKT harness

eliminates heel lift and provides a secure, comfortable fit.

DIALOGUE DUAL BOA KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Precise, comfortable, Eco-Friendly PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Dual Zone Boa and Precision harness – wraps your foot, eliminates heel lift, and provides a precise fit. www.salomon.com

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LASHED DOUBLE BOA – ZEB POWELL

VERSE – PARKER SZUMOWSKI

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freeride

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry and All-Mountain

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Reliable, performance, support

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Customization, performance, fit FLEX: 6-9 / 10

FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Reliable fit, medium flex and support

with the benefit of the Dual BOA Fit System.

DIESEL HYBRID – CHRIS GRENIER

MAIN FEATURES: BOA®Fit System featuring Vans

Custom Focus Plus routing and Custom Slide Guide, optimized for precision and power.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfortable, light,

HI-STANDARD PRO – BENNY URBAN

PREFERRED TERRAIN: From the Park to the Streets

performance

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Technical mountaineering

perfect-freestyle fit FLEX: 6 / 10

Performance Backstay give this boot a flex that’s on the stiffer side of medium.

FOCUS BOA – AUSTIN SWEETIN

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Heel-lock, precision fit, cushioning PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain

MAIN FEATURES: Benny’s Hi-Standard Pro is a

versatile workhorse with a skate influence. V2 UltraCush Smartwool®liner, V2 POPCUSH footbed.

INFUSE

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Cross-terrain adaptability, performance PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry, All-Mountain, Park / Street

FLEX: 9 / 10

FLEX: 5-9 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: Anchored by a precision fit and

MAIN FEATURES: V3 UltraCush TNF FlashDry liner, V3

ultimate heel lock with a Dual-Zone High Power Focus BOA fit system.

POPCUSH footbed and Vans’ Flex Control System for custom flex tuning. WOMENS

TM-2 – ELENA HIGHT

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Versatile, articulated,

split-friendly.

PREFERRED TERRAIN: In or Out of Bounds FLEX: 7 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Vibram outsole, molded toe cap,

performance internal harness, 3D Molded tongue.

LASHED – DESIREE MELANCON

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Park / Street FLEX: 5-6 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: 3D Molded tongue and a

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, performance, support PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freeride FLEX: 6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: Performance rubber outsole, evolution

foam cushioning, articulated cuff, independent eyestay.

TM-2 DOUBLE BOA WIDE – BODE MERRIL

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Comfort, durability, versatile PREFERRED TERRAIN: Everywhere from the Park

to the Streets FLEX: 7 / 10

HI-STANDARD PRO – JILL PERKINS

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Technical mountaineering performance PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain, Park / Street FLEX: 5-6 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: The Hi- Standard Pro continues to capitalize

on the intersection of performance and self-discovery.

HI-COUNTRY & HELL-BOUND

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: All-Terrain preparedness PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry, All-Mountain FLEX: 5-8 / 10 MAIN FEATURES: A V3 Popcush footbed which

offers highest level of impact cushioning and tuned energy return.

VIAJE RANGE EDITION

WOMENS

KEY CHARACTERISTICS: Progressive, functional, reliable PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry, All-mountain FLEX: 6-9 / 10

MAIN FEATURES: 16mm of extra width in the forefoot,

medium flex, ultra soft Energy Foam cushioning. www.thirtytwo.com

MAIN FEATURES: Adaptive Range Mode features a

Range Limiter and Rear Drop Cuff for a significantly expanded range of motion. www.vans.co.uk

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BEAST 2L PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k MAIN FEATURES: The Beast 2L Pant

delivers nonstop protection from winter’s wettest squalls through springs slushiest sessions.

EASY STYLE PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k

BEAST 3L JACKET

MAIN FEATURES: Easy Style

EASY STYLE JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k

MAIN FEATURES: Designed and built for accessing and slaying the deepest powder.

MAIN FEATURES: 15K waterproof rating

means being comfortable with your style, The Airblaster Easy Style Pant gives you options.

with over 40g insulation is a winter combination that is truly hard to beat.

WOMENS

SASSY HOT BIB WOMENS

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k MAIN FEATURES: 30K waterproof

style from boots to buckles. Bibs offer more protection from snow, more style.

SASSY BEAST JACKET

LADY TRENCHER

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k

MAIN FEATURES: Our most technical

MAIN FEATURES: Our crowd favourite

women’s jacket is formed from a lightweight layer of Primaloft insulation under a shell of 100% recycled Eco Vortex.

Men’s Trenchover reimagined, with unique styling and an updated Women’s fit!

www.myairblaster.com

WOMENS

BOYFRIEND PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k MAIN FEATURES: 100% seam-

taped, 15K stretch canvas keeps you warm, dry, and comfortable. www.myairblaster.com

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CASCADE ANORAK

(SAFETY ORANGE)

WEATHERPROOF RATING: DWR coated

(SAGE/NAVY) WEATHERPROOF RATING: DWR coated

FLEECE WORK SHIRT

CASCADE ANORAK

(SHADOW PLAID)

(VIOLET)

WEATHERPROOF RATING: DWR coated

MAIN FEATURES: Vintage ll bean style

MAIN FEATURES: Not everyone can pull it off,

but those that can should.

MAIN FEATURES: double zipper front. Every jacket front zipper should be double or your favorite brand is cutting corners.

CASCADE SERVICE PANT

CASCADE CARGO PANT

CASCADE SERVICE PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: DWR coated

MAIN FEATURES: Baggy and double knee. Nuff said.

MAIN FEATURES: contrast stitch so you can look

MAIN FEATURES: We put mesh on the outside of the

MAIN FEATURES: you’re going to put in some work this

MAIN FEATURES: “County orange”.

If you know, you know.

with today’s autumn fit.

(ARMY GREEN)

(BLACK)

better than those guys in just all black pants.

www.autumnheadwear.com

(NAVY)

cargo pocket. Fashion over function.

(CHOC BROWN)

season, now you have the pants to show it.

www.autumnheadwear.com

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TECH JACKET WEATHERPROOF RATING:

20k/20k

MAIN FEATURES:

3-layer shell, Fully taped seams, 100% recycled polyester.

TECH BIB PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING:

20k/20k

MAIN FEATURES:

3-layer shell, Fully taped seams, 100% recycled polyester.

HALFZIP JACKET WEATHERPROOF RATING:

15k/15k

MAIN FEATURES:

Fully taped seams, 100% recycled polyester.

CARGO JACKET + CARGO PANT

FULL ZIP JACKET + ZIP PANT

MAIN FEATURES: Fully taped seams,

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k /15k

100% recycled polyester.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k /15k

www.beyondmedals.com

waterproof critical zippers, 100% recycled polyester.

PARK PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING:

15k/15k

MAIN FEATURES:

2-layer, Fully taped seams, 100% recycled polyester, drawstrings. www.beyondmedals.com

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ANALOG HEDSTALL GORE-TEX 2L BIB

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

Guaranteed to keep you dry MAIN FEATURES: A premium 2L laid back cargo pant style, for a loose easy-moving feel. WOMENS

ANALOG VOICEOVER GORE-TEX 3L PANT ANALOG HEDSTALL GORE-TEX 2L JACKET

ANALOG HARDPACK GORE-TEX 3L JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

Guaranteed to keep you dry MAIN FEATURES: Proven waterproof tech meets modern warmth and laid back style.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

Guaranteed to keep you dry

MAIN FEATURES: Street inspired style. Rider-designed

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

Guaranteed to keep you dry MAIN FEATURES: A simple silhouette with a contempory fit. Light, strong and guaranteed to keep you dry.

features. Expedition ready weather protection.

KIDS

ANALOG FLYRAIL GORE-TEX 2L PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

Guaranteed to keep you dry MAIN FEATURES: Windproof, waterproof and breathable so you can stay comfortable all day long.

KIDS

ANALOG FLYRAIL GORE-TEX 2L JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex –

BOYS LODGEPOLE

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k

Guaranteed to keep you dry MAIN FEATURES: Packed with features in an oversized, low bulk, street style. Maximum comfort day after day.

MAIN FEATURES: Designed for snowboarding

www.burton.com

but also for school. Insulated, recycled materials and room to grow.

KIDS SKYLAR 2L BIB

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k MAIN FEATURES: Lightweight,

warm and breathable. Packed full of kid friendly features. www.burton.com

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MEDLER BIB PANTS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k MAIN FEATURES: For powder

hounds. No snow sneak-in. Flexi Lock system = no pesky buckles. Non-insulated with snag-free vents.

NELSON PANTS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k MAIN FEATURES: Team-loved!

HALEN II SHELL JACKET

NORMAN ANORAK JACKET

MAIN FEATURES: Steve Gruber and Dušan

MAIN FEATURES: Ethan Morgan’s go-to! All the

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k

Kříž’s top pick! This recycled shell jacket is the rockstar of backcountry riding. Japan tested, rider approved!

essential snowboard features and zero fluff – the Swiss Army knife of snowboard jackets.

WOMENS

Looser cut packed with snow features. Fully taped seams, snag-free vents. Pairs killer with Halen jacket.

ROWEN PANTS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k MAIN FEATURES: Loose vibes, all-mountain

rides! All necessary snow features, including snag-free vents and reinforced heel protection. With side pockets.

WOMENS

CHUCK SNOW SHARK COACH JACKET

DERIN II ANORAK JACKET

MAIN FEATURES: Halldor Helgason’s shred

MAIN FEATURES: A long-standing women’s fave!

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k

meets MeatSoda’s art. Coach jacket style, snow features, non-insulated. Snowboarding’s never looked this rad!

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k

Cozy warmth insides, packed with snow features. All-mountain riding? All-awesome!

www.horsefeathers.eu

STELLA BIB PANTS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k MAIN FEATURES: Cozy-up, shred girls!

40g warmth, 15k breathability, fully sealed seams, and inseam vents are just a few tech features. www.horsefeathers.eu

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MEN’S MTN SURF RECYCLED BIBS

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k MAIN FEATURES: Body mapped

fabric layout, 20k waterproof / 20k breathable fabrics, Zippered chest pocket, Side seam vents.

WOMENS

MEN’S MTN SURF RECYCLED ANORAK

WOMEN’S MTN RECYCLED SURF ANORAK

MAIN FEATURES: Body mapped fabric

MAIN FEATURES: Body mapped fabric layout,

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k

layout, 20k waterproof / 20k breathable fabrics, Zippered kangaroo pocket, Pit zips.

20k waterproof / 20k breathable fabrics, Zippered kangaroo pocket, Pit zips.

WOMENS

WOMEN’S MTN SURF RECYCLED BIBS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k MAIN FEATURES: Body mapped

fabric layout, 20k waterproof / 20k breathable fabrics, Zippered chest pocket, Side seam vents.

MEN’S SHRALPINIST RECYCLED GORE-TEX PRO PANTS WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k

MAIN FEATURES: Body mapped fabric

layout, Gore-Tex Pro most rugged + breathable fabrics, Two zippered pockets, Side seam vents.

WOMENS

DARK START RECYCLED HOODIE

WOMEN’S RE-UP RECYCLED HOODIE

WOMEN’S SHRALPINIST STRETCH RECYCLED PANTS

MAIN FEATURES: 100% recycled Air Flake

MAIN FEATURES: 100% recycled nylon fabric + 100%

MAIN FEATURES: 100% recycled 3L 30k

WEATHERPROOF RATING: PFC-Free DWR

synthetic insulation, Zippered chest and hand pockets, Two internal drop pockets.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: PFC-Free DWR

recycled 750-fill down, Zipped hand pockets + internal and external chest pockets.

www.jonessnowboards.com

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k

waterproof / 30k breathable stretch fabric, Three zippered pockets, Side seam vents. www.jonessnowboards.com

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AXIAL

MAIN FEATURES: 4-way stretch

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k/20k

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /20k

recycled polyester 3Layer, Genderless proper baggy fit all-mountain jacket with stylish and functional YKK AquadGaurd® Split Vent.

VENTURA

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /20k MAIN FEATURES: Genderless

inspired by 90s boxy streetwear jacket, utilizing recycled materials where possible, PFC free DWR coating and 40g insulation.

AFTERSHOCK

VENTURA

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k/20k MAIN FEATURES: 2-layer Genderless

inspired baggy 90s boxy streetwear pant utilizing recycled materials where possible, PFC free DWR coating and 40g insulation.

RANKIN

WEATHERPROOF RATING:

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k/10k

DWR-coated / 20k breathability MAIN FEATURES: 2-layer Micro Ripstop Pull over puffy with 150grams of insulation and PFC-Free DWR coating to keep you protected and warm. Genderless fit.

PROWLER

Genderless proper baggy fit allmountain pant with stylish and functional cinched cuffs.

MAIN FEATURES: Team inspired

durable baggy fitting pant with full side zips for breathability and structure- the L1 Teams favorite pant this season!

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /20k

HEARTBREAKER

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k/20k

MAIN FEATURES: 2-layer timeless

MAIN FEATURES: An L1 staple,

www.l1premiumgoods.com

and team favorite anorak pullover has 60grams insulation, critically taped seems, recycled materials, and designed for summit to city adventures.

this 2-layer stretch twill fabric slim fitting regular pant is a shell that is full functional on and off the mountain – utilizing PFC-FREE DWR and recycled materials.

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TC JUNO REDUCT SHELL PANT (JAMIE ANDERSON)

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Hydrofree DWR MAIN FEATURES: The high waistband

design matches comfort with performance for days on the mountain. WOMENS

TC EARTH SHELL PANT (SAGE KOTSENBURG) TC JUNO REDUCT SHELL JACKET (JAMIE ANDERSON)

TC REDUCT EARTH SHELL JACKET (SAGE KOTSENBURG)

WEATHERPROOF RATING:

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Hydrofree DWR

MAIN FEATURES: Jamie’s collection is inspired

MAIN FEATURES: Sage has looked to the 90s to

by the re-interpretation of animal print mixed with hints of tie-dye.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Hydrofree DWR MAIN FEATURES: Sage’s collection is

designed to elevate performance and provide protection on the mountain.

inspire the design elements of this jacket.

TC GUNN RC BIB 3.0 (STÅLE SANDBECH)

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Hydrofree DWR MAIN FEATURES: Made with a selection of

premium stretch fabrics to ensure all-day, all-terrain comfort.

TC RYKKINN JACKET (STÅLE SANDBECH)

TNP TBT SHELL JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: OProtect DWR

MAIN FEATURES: Judd’s jacket has been designed

MAIN FEATURES: Ståle’s series combines camo

to deliver an optimal on-the-mountain experience.

and clouds to create a truly unique print.

www.oakley.com

TNP SHELL BIB

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 2L FN DryTM 10k

with O-Protect DWR MAIN FEATURES: TNP Shell Bib takes you snowboarding and beyond in style and comfort. www.oakley.com

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HIGH ALTITUDE GORE-TEX® JACKET

HIGHLINE PRO 3L GORE-TEX® BIB

MAIN FEATURES: GORE-TEX® ePE

MAIN FEATURES: GORE-TEX® Pro

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX®

membrane technology, WarmFlight® x1 Technology, exterior shell 100% manufactured from recycled fibers.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX®

Technology, 3-layer construction for improved lightness, Exterior shell 100% manufactured from recycled nylon.

ULTRALIGHT GORE-TEX® JACKET WEATHERPROOF RATING:

GORE-TEX®

MAIN FEATURES: GORE-TEX®

Technology, WarmFlight® x3 Primaloft Active for lightness and amplified warmth, PFC free treatment.

FLY HIGH BIB

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k MAIN FEATURES: 10k DryFlight®

technology, Exterior shell 63% manufactured from recycled nylon, PFC free treatment.

HIGHLINE PRO 3L GORE-TEX® JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX® MAIN FEATURES: GORE-TEX® Technology,

exterior shell 100% manufactured from recycled bottles, PFC free treatment.

SNOW DOWN CARGO PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k

MAIN FEATURES: 10k DryFlight®

technology, Exterior shell 63% manufactured from recycled nylon, PFC free treatment, baggy style for maximized space where you need it the most!

RADICALO JACKET WEATHERPROOF RATING:

DryFlight® 10k

MAIN FEATURES: Exterior

shell 100% manufactured from recycled textile-waste polyester, Dryflight technology 10k, PFC free treatment. www.quiksilver.com

HIGH ALTITUDE GORE-TEX® PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING:

GORE-TEX®

MAIN FEATURES: GORE-TEX®

ePE membrane technology, WarmFlight® x1 Technology, exterior shell 100% manufactured from recycled fibers. www.quiksilver.com

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FREERIDER JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /20k MAIN FEATURES: Twill recycled

polyester, Primaloft ThermoPlume insulation, waterproof zippers, iView phone pocket.

RIDER ANORAK

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k/10k MAIN FEATURES: Anorak style, Twill

recycled polyester.

WOMENS

VERMONT BIB

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k/10k

BACK COUNTRY BIB

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k /40k

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled Poly Twill

Bib pants, side zip for easy entry, multiple pockets.

MAIN FEATURES: 2,5 Layers shell, Twill

recycled polyester; Fully seem sealed, 30k/40k membrane by 37.5 technology.

WOMENS

PRIMATIVE JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 10k /10k MAIN FEATURES: Anorak style,

Twill recycled polyester.

www.ripcurl.com

BACK COUNTRY JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 30k/40k MAIN FEATURES: Twill recycled

polyester, fully seem-sealed, removable powder skirt, 30k/40k membrane by 37.5 technology.

www.ripcurl.com

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SWEEPER PANT – SCOTT STEVENS SIGNATURE SERIES

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k/15k MAIN FEATURES: Unique mix of

old school sweat pant styling and modern fully taped 32 REPEL 15k tech.

BLAHZAY CARGO PANT – CHRIS GRENIER SIGNATURE SERIES

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k/15k

LASHED INSULATED JACKET – SCOTT STEVENS SIGNATURE SERIES

TM JACKET – CHRIS GRENIER SIGNATURE SERIES

MAIN FEATURES: The new Lashed Jacket

MAIN FEATURES: 100% recycled polyester and features

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k /15k

maximizes critical 32 REPEL 15k fabrication with balanced 15k Breathability.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /20k

MAIN FEATURES: 32 REPEL 15k

fabrication, Loose Fit, Diamond Gusset Venting and clean cargo pockets.

ThirtyTwo’s exclusive Reactor Mesh Thermo Responsive Lining and 30 Fleece Zonal Warming Panels.

WOMENS

SWEEPER XLT – ZEB POWELL SIGNATURE SERIES

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k/15k MAIN FEATURES: Zeb Powell’s

signature pant features extra pockets, mesh lined zippered vents, boot gaiter with lace hook.

WOMENS

LIGHT JACKET – JP WALKER SIGNATURE SERIES

WOMEN’S NOVA

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k /15k

MAIN FEATURES: REPEL 15k, articulated wrist

MAIN FEATURES: 32 REPEL 15k fabrication, streamlined

modern styling and a Team Level Lining System.

cinches, new sleeve pass pocket and lighter weight construction throughout.

www.thirtytwo.com

WOMEN’S BASEMENT BIB WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k/15k

MAIN FEATURES: 32 REPEL 15k Dura-

Stretch and reinforced construction. Roomy relaxed Women’s Fit and triple stitched durability. www.thirtytwo.com

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LONGO GORE-TEX PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX MAIN FEATURES: Arthur Longo

signature product, GORE-TEX 2-layer, loose fit, fully taped seams, breathable lining system.

GUCH STRETCH GORE-TEX PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING:

GORE-TEX

MAIN FEATURES: Bryan Iguchi

LONGO GORE-TEX JACKET

GUCH STRETCH GORE-TEX JACKET

MAIN FEATURES: Arthur Longo signature product,

MAIN FEATURES: Bryan Iguchi signature product,

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX

GORE-TEX 2-layer shell, Amovible Hood, 91 fit, zip-tech, Powder Skirt, Goggle Pocket.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX

signature product, GORE-TEX 3-layer stretch, relaxed fit, fully taped seams, zip-tech, Recco® Advanced Rescue Technology.

GORE-TEX 3-layer stretch, drop tail fit, fully taped seams, zip-tech, Recco® Advanced Rescue Technology.

MELANCON GORE-TEX PANT WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX MAIN FEATURES: Desiree Melancon

signature product, GORE-TEX 2-layer, breathable lining system, fully taped seams, zip-tech.

ROAN BIB OVERALL MELANCON GORE-TEX JACKET

IGUCHI SLACK VEST

WEATHERPROOF RATING: GORE-TEX

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Water Repellent

MAIN FEATURES: Desiree Melancon signature product,

MAIN FEATURES: Bryan Iguchi signature product,

GORE-TEX 2-layer, standard fit, zip-tech, fully taped seams, stretch lining.

shell technical jacket, drop tail fit, water repellent zipper, probe sleeve, shovel pocket, external snowboard straps.

www.volcom.eu

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k MAIN FEATURES: 2-layer shell,

breathable lining system, modern relaxed fit, adjustable elastic suspenders, fully taped seams, Zip Tech. www.volcom.eu

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GORE-TEX 3L ATV JACKET

GORE-TEX 3L ATV BIB

MAIN FEATURES: 3-Layer bluesign®

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex

Approved GORE-TEX Poly Fabric + DWR, shell design, Avalanche Safety Card, Air-Flo™ Underarm Vents, merino wool blend mouth flap, phone heater pocket.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex

Approved GORE-TEX Poly Fabric + DWR, shell design, Air-Flo™ outer leg vents, Pant Jacket Connect™ System, BOA® compatible boot system in gaiter.

GATEWAY JACKET

HOT LAP BIB

MAIN FEATURES: 2-Layer infiDRY®

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /15k

20k Stretch Fabric + DWR, shell design, phone heater pocket, AirFlo™ Underarm Vents, Pant Jacket Connect™ System.

DOJO JACKET

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k /15k MAIN FEATURES: 2-Layer infiDRY®

20k Fabric + DWR, shell design, printed pining with artwork by Forest Bailey, zip off hood.

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 15k/10k

15k Fabric + DWR. InfiLOFT® 40g insulation legs and shell bib, upper bib pocket, side gusset opening, Air-Flo™ inner leg vents, lift ticket eyelet on belt loop, Pant Jacket Connect™ System.

DOJO PANT

WEATHERPROOF RATING: 20k/15k MAIN FEATURES: 2-Layer infiDRY®

20k Fabric + DWR, shell design, zip close back pockets, inner hem 500D lining, Air-Flo™ inner leg vents, Pant Jacket Connect™ System.

WOMENS

WOMEN’S GORE-TEX SKYLINE JACKET

WOMENS

WEATHERPROOF RATING:

WOMEN’S GORE-TEX WILLOW PANT

MAIN FEATURES: 2-Layer

MAIN FEATURES: 2-Layer bluesign®

Gore-Tex

bluesign® Approved GORETEX Poly Fabric + DWR, shell design, inner lycra wrist gaiters transform into mitts, RFID blocking inner pocket. www.686.com

WEATHERPROOF RATING: Gore-Tex

Approved GORE-TEX Poly Fabric + DWR, 85% Recycled Insulation (60g), Air-Flo™ inner leg vents, merino wool blend inner waist band, Pant Jacket Connect™ System. www.686.com

GOGGLES BUYERS GUIDE 24

SAMOA (WHITE/SILVER)

peripheral vision of a flat toric lens, quick lens-change tech, polarized lens, anti-fog, MFI integrated. SECOND LENS: Perceive Cloudy Burst

lens. VLT 8%. Anti-fog coating. Armoured venting. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled materials. Magnetic

MAIN FEATURES: Wide view, narrow frame, enhanced

M5S – POLARIZED

SAMOA (BLACK/ORANGE)

designed to fit smaller size faces, The Flat Toric Lens combines best of cylindrical and toric lens shapes. SECOND LENS: Perceive Variable Violet

lens. VLT 18%. Anti-fog coating. Armoured venting. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled materials. Magnetic

MAIN FEATURES: Unisex frame has a modern aesthetic

FIJI (WHITE/ORANGE)

M4 – CYLINDRICAL + MFI® FACE MASK

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled materials. VLT 18%.

MAIN FEATURES: Precise fit, quick lens-change,

Anti-fog coating. Top to bottom ventilation. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

switchable lens style, high-contrast, anti-fog, MFI integrated, fog-free vents, bonus accessories. SECOND LENS: Perceive Cloudy Burst

M4S – CYLINDRICAL + MFI® FACE MASK

FIJI (DENIM/BLUE)

compatible for toric and cylindrical lenses, switchable lens style, high-contrast, anti-fog, MFI integrated. SECOND LENS: Perceive Variable Violet

Anti-fog coating. Top to bottom ventilation. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled materials. VLT 12%.

MAIN FEATURES: Medium-sized, quick lens-change:

SYNC – LOW BRIDGE FIT

TONGA (CUSTARD/GOLD)

MAIN FEATURES: All our goggles also come in low

MAIN FEATURES: Recycled materials. Super-

bridge options to fit all faces. Perceive optics, M-Fusion magnetic system, fog-free venting, over-glasses compatible, bonus lens, microfiber bag included. SECOND LENS: Perceive Cloudy Burst

duper anti-fog coating. VLT 13%. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

NESA

LIISA (WHITE/GOLD)

Perceive lens, MFI integrated, over-glasses compatible, our most affordable pricepoint. SECOND LENS: Perceive Cloudy Burst

Chisholm. Recycled materials. Anti-fog coating. Extra lens included. UV400. SECOND LENS: VLT 65%

MAIN FEATURES: Sleek design, wide view, high-contrast

www.anonoptics.com

MAIN FEATURES: Designed by UK illustrator Liisa

www.chpobrand.com

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NFX MAG OTG – DANNY DAVIS SIGNATURE

ROTECK ARTHUR LONGO (ATOMIC ICE)

MAIN FEATURES: Swiftlock Magnetic Changing System,

MAIN FEATURES: Arthur Longo signature artwork,

Lumalens, Over-The-Glass and helmet compatible, Danny D approved! SECOND LENS: Amber

Injected Cylindrical Polycarbonate Lens, AntiReflective Technology, Super Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating. SECOND LENS: Fume (category 2)

RVX MAG OTG – OBSIDIAN

HEX JILL PERKINS (GREEN CHROME)

System, new Infrared Lumalens, Over-The-Glass and helmet compatible, super wide vision. SECOND LENS: Violet

Thermoformed Cylindrical Lens, Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating, Ergonomic Frame Design with Adaptive face plate. SECOND LENS: Dark Grey (category 4)

MAIN FEATURES: Jill Perkins signature artwork,

MAIN FEATURES: Swiftlock Magnetic Changing

NFX2 – 30 YEARS

CAM MIKE PARILLO (BLUE CHROME)

Lumalens, helmet compatible, triple layer face foam, medium/smaller face favourite. SECOND LENS: Yellow Red Ion

Thermoformed Cylindrical Lens, Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating, Contoured TripleLayer Face Foam. SECOND LENS: Yellow (category 1)

MAIN FEATURES: Mike Parillo signature artwork,

MAIN FEATURES: Swiftlock Lens Change System,

PIKE AUXIN (PURPLE / BLACK ATOMIC MINT)

D1 OTG – MIKKEL

MAIN FEATURES: Helmet Compatible, OTG,

MAIN FEATURES: Mikkel Bang’s Goggle,

classic styling, OTG, Lumalens, Amber and Clear bonus lens for the Scandi conditions. SECOND LENS: Clear

Injected Cylindrical Polycarbonate Lens, AntiReflective Technology, Super Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating. SECOND LENS: Onyx (category 4)

KLEVELAND II (FURURE CAMO / AUBURN RED)

DX3 L OTG – CLASSIC BLACK

MAIN FEATURES: Marcus Kleveland signature series,

Interchangeable Magnetic Lens System, Anti-Reflective Technology, Super Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating. SECOND LENS: Atomic (category 1)

MAIN FEATURES: New Larger DX3, retro styling,

Over-The-Glass and helmet compatible, won’t break the bank.

DXT OTG – BLACK

EGV (HYPER NEURON PURPLE CHROME)

Over-The-Glass and helmet compatible, for the up-&-comers!

Cylindrical Lens, Anti-Fog and Anti-Scratch Hard Coating, Ergonomic Frame Design with contoured Nose Bridge.

MAIN FEATURES: Smaller teenage fit, Lumalens,

europe.dragonalliance.com

MAIN FEATURES: Team favorite, Thermoformed

eu.electriccalifornia.com

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WOMENS

MARAUDER SPY+ VICTOR DAVIET

LINE MINER JAMIE ANDERSON SIGNATURE

MAIN FEATURES: HAPPY™ lens tech, anti-fog, partly

composed of durable eco-friendly materials, bonus lens, allow for OTG (Over-the-glasses). SECOND LENS: S3 46% HAPPY LL Persimmon Silver Spectra™

(PRIZM™ BLACK IRIDIUM)

MAIN FEATURES: Equipped with Prizm™ Black

Iridium lens these goggles are ready to take you down the best line.

LINE MINER SAGE KOTSENBURG SIGNATURE

MARAUDER SE SPY+ CELIA

WOMENS

MAIN FEATURES: HAPPY™ lens tech, anti-fog, partly

(PRIZM™ SAGE GOLD IRIDIUM)

composed of durable eco-friendly materials, bonus lens, allow for OTG (Over-the-glasses). SECOND LENS: S1 48% HAPPY LL Rose Silver Spectra™

MAIN FEATURES: These goggles come equipped

with Prizm™ Sage Gold Iridium lens, perfect for various light conditions.

LEGACY (DARK BLUE)

LINE MINER STÅLE SANDBECH SIGNATURE

MAIN FEATURES: HAPPY™ lens tech, anti-fog,

durable eco-friendly materials, bonus lens, allow for OTG (Over-the-glasses). SECOND LENS: S1 46% HAPPY LL Persimmon Silver Spectra™

(PRIZM™ TORCH IRIDIUM)

MAIN FEATURES: Paired with Prizm™ Torch Iridium

for versatility across a wide range of light conditions.

MEGALITH (WHITE IR)

FLIGHT TRACKER

MAIN FEATURES: HAPPY™ lens tech, anti-fog,

(DARK BRUSH FOG / PRIZM™ TORCH IRIDIUM)

anti-scratch. Partly composed of durable eco-friendly materials ventilation system.

MAIN FEATURES: A classic shape with an oversized

full-rim toric design for an optimized field of view.

FALL LINE

(WHITE LEOPARD / PRIZM™ SAGE GOLD IRIDIUM) MAIN FEATURES: Fall Line fuses a large field of

view with a rimless design.

FALL LINE

(LIGHT CURRY / PRIZM™ BLACK IRIDIUM) MAIN FEATURES: Designed with Oakley’s

Ridgelock Technology, changing lenses is quick and easy with Fall Line.

www.oakley.com

MARSHALL 2.0 (WARM GRAY)

MAIN FEATURES: HAPPY™ lens tech, anti-fog,

anti-scratch. Partly composed of durable eco-friendly materials ventilation system.

CRUSHER ELITE JR WEINER DOG

MAIN FEATURES: Premium lenses, anti-fog,

anti-scratch, ventilation system, allow for OTG (over the glasses).

www.spyoptic.com

HELMET BUYERS GUIDE 24

MERAK WAVECEL®

THE ANJA (BLACK)

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freeride / Backcountry

MAIN FEATURES: The Anja

MAIN FEATURES: Revolutionary WaveCel

features a regular fit magnetic frame with wide vision specter.

protection, dual-construction, 19 ventilation channels, 360° BOA Fit, Fidlock.

WINDHAM WAVECEL®

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle

THE ANJA (GREEN)

MAIN FEATURES: advanced WaveCel protection,

MAIN FEATURES: The Anja

durable hardshell, 360° BOA Fit, Fidlock, Polartec Power Grid, venting, snug fit.

features a regular fit magnetic frame with wide vision specter.

LOGAN WAVECEL®

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Terrain MAIN FEATURES: 3D WaveCel protection,

THE ANJA XL (BLUE)

lightweight, sleek design, 360° BOA Fit, easy-use Fidlock, reduces impact force.

MAIN FEATURES: The Anja XL

features a wider fit magnetic frame with wide vision specter.

OSLO WAVECEL®

THE ANJA XL (BLACK)

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Freestyle MAIN FEATURES: Micro-adjustable, fleece-lined,

MAIN FEATURES: The Anja XL

lightweight, WaveCel safety technology, 360° BOA Fit, easy-use Fidlock, ventilated.

features a wider fit magnetic frame with wide vision specter.

www.vimanasnow.com

www.anonoptics.com

BAGS BUYERS GUIDE 24

MOD 1

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain freestyle MAIN FEATURES: A lightweight and low-profile

design inspired by the classic skate-style helmet.

SNOW PRO VEST 8L – SAFEBACK SIZE: 8L - 62 X 52 X 13 cm

MAIN FEATURES: Designed to equip

you for those deep backcountry days, with a large back pocket for a shovel etc. The vest comes with the option of a Safeback SBX system – an innovation that actively supplies clean air to those trapped in avalanches – extending survival time by up to 90 minutes.

MOD 1 PRO

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain Freestyle MAIN FEATURES: Enhanced with Dura-Matter construction,

MOD1 PRO is designed to increase all-around durability.

SNOWROLLER PRO

SIZE: 127L - 203 X 41 X 20 cm MAIN FEATURES: The world’s first

MOD 3

PREFERRED TERRAIN: All-Mountain MAIN FEATURES: With the integration of adjustable

venting, you can find the best ventilation that suits you.

length-adjustable, compressible, rib-protected, snowboard bag. The Snow Roller 2.0 is bigger, longer, and deeper than its predecessor, measures 203 cm in length, and can fit your helmet. Compatible with wider boards.

SNOW BACKCOUNTRY BACKPACK 32L SIZE: 32L

MOD 5

PREFERRED TERRAIN: Backcountry MAIN FEATURES: Designed to keep up with the

endless pursuit of discovering more on the mountain.

www.oakley.com

MAIN FEATURES: A fully featured

backpack for serious mountain snowboarding with modern and clean aesthetics that make it also feel at home in an urban environment.