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Everyone wants to know about the latest advances in gear. We don’t currently have the time or the resources to test every piece of ski equipment, but we do our best to review all the gear that comes our way. We encourage you to send us reviews of equipment as well. Let us know if there is a specific piece of gear you would like to see us cover.
FasterSkier’s 12 Days of FBD Christmas: Day 11

Patagonia.com. Baxter State Parka, $249 Speaking of classic styles, this FBD BP is a good one. Last year during one of our L.L. Bean. *** Over $250: Oakley Turbine ($160) We’ve had a few “twofers” along the way in our magically little journey here together and get ready for another: I suppose I’m a teeny, tiny bit conflicted over this concept, as technically any one of these suggestions could be purchased individually, therein violating the carefully...

FasterSkier’s 12 Days of FBD Christmas: Day 6

Zach Caldwell’s video beatdown of Tad Elliott for his waxing misdeeds, not only because both of those guys are hilarious, but also because you just may learn something. One you’ve got yourself all learned up, go put those newfound skills to use for realz. Consider this a ‘starter kit’ or even better, a ‘utility kit’ that will get you through most conditions: think of this as Batman’s utility belt inside of your drink belt. If...

We Want deFunk(it): A High-Performance Laundry Detergent Review

Funkadelic In my thick puffies, base layers, classic rollerskis, and we’re doing it people, we’re making a difference. It used to be that I’d see Josh Smullin in outfits like this every day, but now the frequency is down to every second or third day. Baby steps. Baby steps. So the fashion bar has been raised. Good. Very good. But looking good is only part of the picture. What if your outfit is “lit” but you...

2014 Holiday Gift Guide: Under $20

Welcome to FasterSkier’s Holiday Gift Guide! The holidays are here and it’s time to go hunting for the perfect gifts for your favorite cross-country skiers. Whether it’s a fresh pair of socks or a new wax bench we have recommendations for the best gear out there. Take a look and see for yourself. You’ll walk away with some great ideas to make this ski season one to remember. We’ve broken up our gift guide into...

2014 Holiday Gift Guide: $20 – $50

Welcome to FasterSkier’s Holiday Gift Guide! The holidays are here and it’s time to go hunting for the perfect gifts for your favorite cross-country skiers. Whether it’s a fresh pair of socks or a new wax bench we have recommendations for the best gear out there. Take a look and see for yourself. You’ll walk away with some great ideas to make this ski season one to remember. We’ve broken up our gift guide into...