Bishop Telemark Gonzo Model: Gonzo Type: All-Mountain Ski Tester: MrAdamX “The Bishop Gonzo is a versatile ski that is designed for all-mountain enthusiasts who enjoy skiing in various snow conditions. […]
REVIEW: Fischer RC4 Pro Boa DYN Fischer has a brand new boot for 2025 catered toward aggressive backcountry skiers. Take your current RC4 BOA and add tech inserts to it, […]
REVIEW: Renoun Endurance 98 Skis The first time I skied something from Renoun was about 5 years ago. I couldn’t tell you what ski it was, it just wasn’t memorable. […]
Comparing the Hoka Speedgoat & Tecton Leading off with some secret time, I’m not a runner but a complete shoe geek. Hoka has inserted itself as the premier trail running shoe brand & for a good reason. The options are aplenty, but as we all know, sometimes options lead to indecision. Think “What do you want to eat tonight?” type struggles. If you’re looking for a new trail running shoe, I’m here to help by breaking down two of Hoka’s most popular options, the Tecton X2 & the Speedgoat 5. Hoka Tecton X2 Price: $ 225 | Men’s Sizes: 7-14 […]
The 686 Magic Pant Price: $119 | Sizes: S, M, L, XL | Colors: Black, White I’ve been known to be a bit of a 686 Everywhere pant stan. It’s a great pant and is extremely versatile for those of us that work a day job and need to look good but also want to get a good old-fashioned mess around in the after-hours. It is a traditional pant that can double as an active pant. The Magic Pant is the opposite. It’s an activity-centered pant that’s nice enough to show up to a formal dinner in. Features of […]
Suunto Vertical Has a Lot to Offer Suunto released a brand new watch this spring, called the Vertical. I’ve been testing this thing every day since the day it was released, and I’ve got some thoughts. The Product: I tested the Titanium Solar version of the Vertical, which retails starting at $839. Key features include: Offline maps (Free!) Up to 60 days’ worth of battery Fast (like insane fast) charging 95+ different sport modes App Connectivity with extra data Solar Charging adding up to 30% more battery Push Notifications Large screen + Bling factor The Watch: Smartwatches are often too […]
Suunto Peak 9 Pro Watch With a 21-day battery life and a slim profile, the Suunto 9 Peak Pro is as comfortable in the office as it is in the mountains. Retail: Starting at $549 The 9 Peak Pro is Suunto’s most powerful GPS watch offering, built for long adventures in the mountains all while being slim and stylish enough for your everyday adventures. Even though it’s just 1cm thick and 4cm wide, it’s packed with features we have come to expect from Suunto. With it’s new processor and fast user interface the Peak Pro 9 reacts quickly to your […]
Sea Otter Classic Best Bikes and Bits The Sea Otter Classic is not just about bike racing. Actually, the racing is just one small part of the bike bonanza. The show also serves as a launchpad for the cycling industry’s latest and greatest bikes, components, and necessities. There’s so much here, so we’re breaking it down so your tiny attention spans can see what’s important. Revel Bikes Revel has made it first. The first 3D-printed Carbon DH bike in existence was on display at the booth last weekend. In addition to this, they’ve launched their new “XCish” Ranger – […]
Frequently Asked Questions – Boa Ski Boots The ski world has been pushing hard to get BOA-equipped ski boots in front of the consumer for the past couple of months now. Every single time we post, we get a bunch of questions about & commentary about the function of the system. This time, I’m actually answering those questions in one place, at one time. BOA Ski Boot FAQs, Drop questions in the video if you’ve got more! Worth noting the H+i1 system found in the ski boots is still covered under Boa’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. There’s a lot of BOA […]
Gone Fisching in Austria with Fischer Skis Fischer Skis has been a long-time partner of the Out of Collective and decided to celebrate our renewed partnership by having us out to Austria for Team Days. During our time, we spent time looking at products from the future, skiing with the athletes, and touring the incredible Fischer Skis factory. Let’s dive into it. Team Days: First and foremost, I couldn’t have thought up a more beautiful setting to play host to all of us. We spent our time in Kappl and Ischgl throughout the week, and even though the snow was […]
A Price Point Mountain Bike You Can Actually Ride Finding your first real mountain bike is one of the hardest things about gear buying. Do you get something more expensive? Do you need a full suspension? Is it a good deal? So many questions that require answers, and most of those answers are entirely too subjective. First and foremost, I truly believe if everyone on earth was only allowed to own one bicycle for their entire life, it should be a front suspension mountain bike, AKA a hardtail. These bikes open up vast terrain, are relatively low maintenance, and are […]
Favorite Technical Hoodie Ever This little company called IBEX is well known for making some of the best merino wool layers on the market and has excelled in doing so for some time now. I never thought I’d be entering them in as a submission for “Favorite Technical Hoodie Ever” – but here we are. The IBEX Wool AIRE Hoody ($285 MSRP) I got sent this hoody back in November to do some testing – and honestly thought it would end up being a “twice-used” deal for someone else on eBay before I tried it on. Incorrect assumptions are a […]
A Sports Dietitian’s Top 5 Nutrition Tips for Winter Athletes Lauren MacLeod, MUIR Energy content editor, and mountain sports dietitian answers your top questions about nutrition for winter athletes. Top 5 Nutrition Tips, incoming. Between dealing with high altitude, low moisture, and extreme cold, winter athletes have their own unique nutrition needs. In this article we’ll cut through the noise, debunk nutrition myths, and get specific about what you can do to enhance training, increase energy, and optimize recovery, whether you’re touring, taking lifts, nordic skiing, or (dare I say) tele-skiing. 1. Eat a high-carbohydrate snack 30 minutes-1 hour before […]