Contributions by Drew Tabke (5)

I have been really happy with this glove. I have a lighter pair I normally wear, as it doesn't really ever get too cold riding the Tram all day. But when its getting stormy or the temps are dropping I grab these and no more numb hands.

This thing is the sickest. I keep the avalung out whenever there is even remote avalanche danger, but when I don't need it it stows really well. Great ski carry/ice axe/outerwear strap designs. BD focuses on climbing gear, and their backpacks are just as reliable.

I love these bindings. Very reliable in serious situations when you do not want your skis to release, and metal instead of plastic means they aren't breaking after a couple of weeks. Bombproof!

Smith has the best design and performance, and these are my favorite smith goggles. Not bulky but still roomy. Sick lenses and a huge variety of frame colors/patters. So sick.

I've worn this shell more in the mountains than any other piece of gear. It is amazingly versatile in all conditions, from warm spring days to howling blizzards. Just use the proper base layers underneath and this shell can stand up to anything. The taped seams and pockets are awesome, and the asymmetrical zipper at the collar is brilliant. It is a pricey jacket, but for the amount of use it stands up to it is worth it.