MOUNTAIN LIFE - Coast Mountains | Fall Winter 2018

142 MLCM FALL/WINTER 2018 Elan Ripstick 106. “The Ripstick is Glen Plake’s favourite ski from the Elan quiver, and for good reason. These skis give a smooth ride no matter where you take ‘em: front side, steeps, trees, or exploring untouched terrain—this lightweight versatile ski is up for any challenge and ready to explore anything the mountain has to offer.” – Barry , elanskis.com Surefoot X Heat Liners “Heated ski boots just got better. Surefoot, the world’s leading ski boot retailer, is introducing the revolutionary X heat liner, built exactly the same as the Contoura X liners you know and love, but with an internally-wired heat element. Operated by an app on your phone, these liners offer the very best in heated technology combined with the comfort of Surefoot memory foam. Cold feet can ruin a day as much as uncomfortable ones… Not anymore!” –Johnny, Surefoot Whistler Village. 604.938.1663 surefoot.com Stöckli Laser AX Skis “It takes twelve days to build a pair of Laser Ax skis. Stökli’s engineers handle each pair 63 times, and it take 25 more steps to properly finish them. The result is an all-mountain ski that combines an adaptive sidecut—and the more pressure you apply the smaller the rocker becomes, making the ski torsionally stronger for increased edge grip. These skis are right at home with medium to long radius turns, and have the right dimensions for the perfect one ski-quiver.” –George , stoekli.ch Marker Perspective+ Goggle “Let the science do the work! The extra-large dual bionomic spherical lens is designed with double-lens construction and an integrated thermal blocker. The lenses are also oriented toward the curvature of the human eye to ensure that objects seen through the goggle look true-to-life. And due to the MarkAir Vent System, this goggle is also consistently fog-free. Science!” –Sam, marker.net Rossignol Alltrack Elite “The new-generation Alltrack Elite offers lightness, freedom, efficiency and precision with a Grilamid shell and 98 mm narrow fit. New design and materials allow for reduced weight while increasing both rebound and energy transmission. Dynafit-certified inserts and a high-performance hike mode mechanism make for unrivalled freedom of movement while touring. Grip Walk heels are available in kit form.” –Amy, rossignol.com