Oakley MOD1 MIPS Helmet Review
I wasn’t much of a helmet skier, but a trip to Gulmarg pushed me to finally buy one. I went with the Oakley MOD1 MIPS, and it ended up being the first helmet I didn’t mind wearing all day.
Sukoa Ski Bag Review (Worked for One Trip, Not My First Choice Now)
I used the Sukoa ski bag to get a pair of oversized skis from Colorado to Korea. It held up for that trip, but I haven’t brought it on a ski trip since. Here’s where it works and why I’d go a different direction now.
Salomon S/Pro Alpha Flex 130 Ski Boot Review for Advanced Skiers
I’ve been skiing in these after years of relying on rentals in Korea and Japan, and the difference was immediate. The Salomon S/Pro Alpha 130 is a stiff, low-volume boot built for aggressive skiers who prefer a tight fit. Here’s how they’ve held up across different conditions, and what I’d do differently if I bought them again.
Hokkaido Ski and Snowboard Packing List: Advice After Multiple Visits
A practical Hokkaido ski packing list based on multiple trips to Niseko and Rusutsu. What to bring, what to rent, and what’s easy to overlook when skiing in Japan.