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2016-2017 Amplid UNW8

We were huge fans of the original Amplid UNW8, so how does the updated board perform?

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2016-2017 Rossignol One Magtek

The Rossignol One Magtek is a softer, playful one-board-quiver.

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2016-2017 NOW Recon Snowboard Binding

The NOW Recon binding delivers a uniquely powerful AND playful ride.

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2017-2018 Rossignol XV Magtek Splitboard

The Rossignol XV Magtek Split is a powerful and versatile splitboard.

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K2 Aspect Snowboard Boot

The K2 Aspect isn’t just a mountaineering boot that can be used for splitboarding, it’s a great snowboard boot that performs well in more serious and technical terrain.

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2017-2018 K2 Split Bean

The K2 Split Bean is a super fun, responsive splitboard for jibbing and surfing deep snow, spring corn, and slush.

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2017-2018 Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Binding

Spark R&D updated their Surge binding for the 17/18 season. So how burly is it, and how does it compare to other lightweight, stiff splitboard bindings like the Karakoram Prime Carbon?

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Peter Bauer on the Past, Present, & Future of Snowboarding (Ep. 55)

We talk to Peter Bauer (4-time world champ, freeriding pioneer, and co-founder of Amplid) about the history and culture of snowboarding, its inextricable ties to skiing, and the current health of the...

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2017-2018 Rossignol XV Sushi LF

While it’s not the hard charger you'd expect from Xavier De La Rue, the new XV Sushi LF is a very fun board that could change the way you approach the mountain.

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2017-2018 K2 Cool Bean

If you’re looking for a dedicated board for the deepest days, K2’s short and stubby Cool Bean is a surfy, playful option that provides a unique feel in soft snow and deep snow.

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2017-2018 Prior Brandywine Split XTC

The Prior Brandywine Split XTC provides an impressive blend of low weight, playfulness, and strong downhill performance across a wide range of conditions.

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K2 Ender Snowboard Boot

We’ve been very impressed by K2’s Ender snowboard boot, and would recommend it to a wide variety of riders.

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DPS Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment

DPS' new permanent base glide treatment, Phantom, has the potential to revolutionize snowsports — if it works as advertised. We now have some time on skis treated with Phantom, and you can check out...

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2018-2019 Union Ultra FC Snowboard Binding

The Union Ultra FC is one of the highest performing, most responsive snowboard bindings we’ve ever used. Check out our review.

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2018-2019 Rossignol Angus

After over 60 days on it, we’ve come to really like Rossignol’s all-mountain twin, the Angus, and think it could make for a capable 1-board quiver.

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2018-2019 Spark R&D Surge Pro Splitboard Binding

We’re big fans of Spark R&D’s simple and reliable splitboard bindings, and they just released an even lighter version of their Surge binding. So what, if any, compromises are made by going with the...

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2018-2019 Never Summer Swift Split

We’ve recently seen an increasing number of surf-inspired boards hit the market, but the Never Summer Swift Split stands out as a splitboard that's not only surfy, but that’s also stable enough for...

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Black Diamond Expedition 3 Ski Poles

After using it for more than 50 days, Black Diamond’s Expedition 3 pole has proven to be a reliable piece of equipment that’s worth a look for splitboarders, skiers, or anyone who wants a packable and...

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2018-2019 Rossignol Krypto

Rossignol says the Krypto is based on their big-mountain charger, the XV. So just how burly is the Krypto, and could it also work for more playful and less aggressive riders? Check out our full review.

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2019-2020 Amplid Millisurf

The extremely lightweight, powder-oriented Amplid Millisurf splitboard won a “Best Of” award in our Winter Buyer’s Guide this year, and you can now check out our full review to see why.

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