Category Archives: Equipment

Discount to Step In and Step Up to NTN Ski Binding System

Klokkarstua, Norway – Rottefella wants to take the NTN telemark ski binding system to the next level, and are sharing a unique opportunity with North American consumers: a $100 rebate.nFrom Oct. 1, 2010 through Jan. 31, 2011, all purchases that combine one pair NTN boots from SCARPA, Garmont or Crispi and one pair of Rottefella … Continue reading Discount to Step In and Step Up to NTN Ski Binding System

SIA to Again Hit Colorado with Snow Show and On-Snow Demo

Denver, CO – From Jan. 27-30, 2011, the ski and snowboard industry will take over downtown Denver to celebrate their passion for all things snow. The 2011 SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show will once again present the newest snow sports trends, innovations, educational seminars, product presentations, personalities, events, concerts, meetings, and parties for industry … Continue reading SIA to Again Hit Colorado with Snow Show and On-Snow Demo

Ortovox’s New 3+ Avalanche Beacon Hitting Retailer Shelves

Hopkinton, NH – Following what an Ortovox spokesperson calls “nasty rumors” that the snow safety company wouldn’t make its own shipping commitment, the new 3+ avalanche beacon is now arriving on store shelves nationwide right on schedule.nLike other three-antenna beacons, the 3+ is designed to eliminate spikes and dropouts as you near the buried victim … Continue reading Ortovox’s New 3+ Avalanche Beacon Hitting Retailer Shelves

Oakley Named U.S. Ski Team Supplier

Park City, UT – Oakley has been named to the U.S. Ski Team’s Supplier Group, providing goggles and sunglasses to selected members of the U.S. alpine, freestyle and nordic ski teams. The global company will join nearly 60 industry brands in providing important competition-oriented equipment and service to athletes.nOakley’s agreement as a supplier will extend … Continue reading Oakley Named U.S. Ski Team Supplier

Burton Produces Limited Edition Bob Marley Snowboard

Burlington, VT – Burton Snowboards has teamed up with music lifestyle brand Marley & Co. to create a limited edition snowboard, available starting this month. Called the Whammy Bar Marley, the board is part of Burton’s Restricted collection, a special assortment of outerwear and hardgoods that can only be found at select authorized retailers.nKey features … Continue reading Burton Produces Limited Edition Bob Marley Snowboard

Garmont Going Proprietary on Ski Boot Tech Inserts

Williston, VT – With the expiration of Dynafit’s patent last January, Garmont’s alpine touring ski boots this fall will boast their own propriety tech inserts.nThe tech inserts mate with Dynafit binding toepieces. Since introducing the Tech system in its alpine touring boots in 2000, Garmont has exclusively featured Dynafit-manufactured tech inserts. Now the ski boot … Continue reading Garmont Going Proprietary on Ski Boot Tech Inserts

Smartphone Apps for Skiers and Snowboarders

from the outdoor gearheads at First Tracks!! Online Media Salt Lake City, UT – With the new ski and snowboard season closer than you think, it’s time to load your smartphone with the latest snowsports apps to prepare for the season ahead.nThere are a number of new apps available for owners of iPhones, iPods, Blackberries, … Continue reading Smartphone Apps for Skiers and Snowboarders