This fall marks my 20th year in the ski business. Every season has had its fair share of new products, but no season, since I have been doing this at least, has been as exciting as the upcoming one. For 24/25 virtually every key model of skis from all brands is new, completely new, not...
Read MoreAs you read through the results for the top tested skis for 2024, you will notice a strong correlation to our Top Tested Skis of 2023. All of our ski testers have varying ski backgrounds, generating a huge array of ski preferences and priorities. Our diverse tester pool proves how some skis are...
Read MoreHere at TSM, we have a badass group of gals, affectionately known as The Lady Monsters, who help us test gear every season. They are ferocious skiers, honest reviewers, and an integral part of making guides like these possible. Lots of internet bandwidth has been dedicated to reviews and buying...
Read MoreMaybe I’m biased, but ski season is easily the best time of year. Everything we do here at TSM is geared towards winter, especially when it comes to testing skis. We are winter 365 days a year, no patio furniture or tennis racquets here.We take gear testing very seriously, which is why we...
Read MoreElan Ripstick 94HEY BEST FRIENDThis is the girl you just met. While you are waiting in line to get into the bar, you start chatting with the girl in front of you. By the time you finally get in the door, you are new best friends. This chick is chill, she's super fun...
Read MoreWhich Alpine Touring Binding is Right for You?There's an overwhelming amount of good music out there. "CLICK CLICK BOOM," by Saliva, is a sweet song. Every time I click into ski bindings it pops into my head. Like music, skiing is an individual thing. Anyway… It...
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