The 2021 Winter Gear Guide
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This is the place where we help serious athletes discover the best gear from top brands across the ski world. Our goal is to connect you with the stuff that will make you the fastest, strongest, most stylish ski racer out there. This year, we worked closely with our favorite brands to uncover the best and provide you with exclusive access and insight on what to look out for this season.
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Sam Maes and the Road Less Traveled: Twice the Fight Chronicles an Independent Olympian
Sam Maes has never taken the easy line. In Twice the Fight, the Belgian Olympian opens the door to life outside the traditional federation system, revealing the discipline, belief, and daily commitment required to compete independently on the World Cup circuit. The short film offers a rare, honest look at what it truly takes to chase podiums without the backing of a major national program.
Salomon Returns to North American Alpine Racing With EQUIPE Program
Salomon is officially returning to competitive alpine racing in North America with the launch of EQUIPE, a head-to-toe race initiative built on performance, heritage, and community. Backed by early World Cup success and a full race-system offering, EQUIPE marks a renewed commitment to athletes from the highest level to junior racing.
Why Cortina Is the Ultimate Olympic Test for the U.S. Women’s Speed Team
The U.S. women’s speed skiers know Cortina better than almost any Olympic venue. From the Dolomites to the Olympia delle Tofane, here’s why this course brings confidence — and danger.
Lindsey Vonn Plans Olympic Downhill Start Despite ACL Rupture
Lindsey Vonn confirmed she ruptured her ACL in a recent World Cup crash but still plans to race the Olympic downhill at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games, refusing to walk away from what could be her final Olympic start.
TOKO Wax Room: How to Maintain Speed Skis for Super-G and Downhill
TOKO Wax Room: Annika Hunt shares her speed ski maintenance routine—wax cycling, hot scraping, and smart edge care that keep super-G and downhill skis fast season after season.
Franjo von Allmen Delivers Home Downhill Victory in Crans Montana, Switzerland
Franjo von Allmen thrilled the home crowd with a dominant downhill victory on the legendary Nationale piste in Crans-Montana, edging Dominik Paris and Ryan Cochran-Siegle in a full-throttle final race before the Olympic Games. With momentum building across the Swiss, Italian, and North American teams, the men now turn their focus to Bormio as Olympic downhill training begins.
