Tag: snowboarding gear

If you’ve ever shopped for ski gear, you’ll have noticed that Gore Tex is everywhere. And it’s often significantly more expensive than the option without it - so surely it’s a premium feature. Right?  While Gore Tex is undoubtedly an effective waterproofing and insulation membrane, do you really need to ...

If you're shopping for ski wear, chances are you've spotted Dope Snow. Their jackets can be seen pretty much everywhere these days, both online and on the mountain. And while they are an undeniably stylish ski wear brand, they're a brand that can be a little divisive. We got our ...

Even if you’re a piste-only cruiser an avalanche is a real risk in any ski resort. And as of February 2026 we're seeing some high avalanche ratings across Europe, from the Pyrenees to the Alps. So, if you're looking for avalanche safety, you probably have seen the Recco branding. Recco ...

If you've been anywhere near a ski slope in the past few years, you can't have missed Dope Snow. Their jackets and apparel are literally everywhere, with their sister brand Montec also being very visible. And also, if you spend any time on internet forums, you might also notice that ...

Snowboarding started as a counter-culture movement - a rejection of the rules, the uniforms, and the exclusivity of the ski establishment. In the early days, if you rode a snowboard, you were likely wearing gear repurposed from a charity shop or thrift store, or made by a friend in a ...

The Burton Process Flying V is a snowboard thats been around for a few years but has become a staple of Burton's line up. This is a versatile all-mountain snowboard designed for riders who want a playful, forgiving, and poppy ride. Sounds like fun? Well, maybe that's why the Process ...

So you've seen a cool set of skis, or an end of season discounted snowboard... Or, you have a ski trip coming up and you're wondering. Should I buy that snowboard or rent? Or, is it better to ride your own skis, or just hire them? It's not an easy ...

Capturing your awesome ski or snowboard footage is a big part of the ski experience. It might be to share on your social reels, or just sharing your cool holiday snaps with friends and family. While action cameras have obviously been an effective way to capture your mountain adventures, drones ...

During your recent visits to a ski resort, you may have seen quite a few people slogging their way uphill on skis. It may seem like a silly thing to do when there's a perfectly good system of ski lifts to get you up the mountain. However, there are several ...

So if you spend any time watching social media snowboarding videos, for example on Instagram or TikTok, you might notice helmets are not always worn. Which, as a winter sports fan, might have you wondering - hey do I need to wear a helmet when snowboarding or skiing? I mean, ...