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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Discover Ultimate Clarity and Protection on the Slopes with SHRED.’s Contrast Boosting Lens™ 2.0 System
Sun-soaked shredding and skill enhancement on glaciers is around the corner, which raises an important question: how can you safeguard your eyes and ensure optimal vision while facing the intense sunlight? The Contrasting Boosting Lens™ (CBL) 2.0 System is the answer. Learn more.
AJ Ginnis Leaves Fischer After Nearly 30 Years, Eyes 2026 Olympic Comeback on New Skis
AJ Ginnis leaves Fischer after nearly three decades and begins a new chapter ahead of the 2026 Olympics. After an early injury ended his 2024–25 season, the World Championship medalist prepares for a comeback with a new ski brand and coaching team.
North American Slalom Women Build Depth for Olympic Push
North American slalom women built momentum this season with standout performances, key comebacks, and growing depth on both the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and Alpine Canada Alpin. With Olympic hopes in sight, staying healthy will be the key to converting potential into podiums in 2026.
Great Britain’s Alpine Ski Team Builds Momentum Toward Milano-Cortina 2026
The GB Snowsport Alpine Ski Team is turning heads with a season full of breakthroughs, top-10 World Cup finishes, and rising stars on both the men’s and women’s sides. With momentum building ahead of Milano-Cortina 2026, Britain could be on the verge of making British Olympic history.
Mixed Downhill Results for North American Men Before Olympic Year
North America’s top men wrapped a turbulent World Cup downhill season with moments of brilliance and signs of strain. Canada celebrated a Kitzbühel win from James Crawford and a pair of podiums from Cameron Alexander, while the Stifel U.S. Ski Team managed just one podium amid injuries and ranking drops. As the 2026 Olympic season approaches, both teams show potential—but podium consistency and athlete health will be key.
Macuga and Johnson Power U.S. Women’s Downhill Ahead of Olympics
The U.S. women’s downhill team delivered a stronger season in 2025, with Lauren Macuga and Breezy Johnson earning back-to-back World Cup podiums in Kvitfjell and Johnson also claiming World Championship gold. With Jacqueline Wiles adding key points and Lindsey Vonn returning to form, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team enters the Olympic year with momentum and depth.
