Reviews by User: Will Cardamone (13)

These skis rip. The BD megawatts are the perfect fat ski to add to the quiver. They can make 5 inches feel like 10 and still get you down deep enough for those blower face shots that we all love. I skied these all last season and was just blown away. The thing that I like most about them is how quick you can throw them from side to side, and you will definitely be needing to throw them to the side because with these skis you will be flying. Also unlike many of the fat skis out today, the watts handle surprisingly well on the hardpack, you know for those resort pow days.

I am a telemark skier and these are by far the best knee pads for the type of skiing I do. Not only do they provide amazing protection from those hidden hard objects but they bend so easily with your knee. The best thing about these is that you don't even notice they are there. I would recommend these for any snow sport enthusiast mainly because they keep your knees warm and flexible while shredding your favorite run.

I have been using these skins for the last three years and have never had a problem. They come precut to any BD skis but can be cut easily to fit any other skis. They are not the lightest skins but what they don't make up for in weight, they cover double in functionality. They seldom slip and if they are taken care of they can last forever. Anyway a little more weight attached to your feet can only make you stronger in the long run. These skins are bomber and work way better than any other skins out there. Make sure to insert the metal tail clip at the tightest possible setting and you will have no problems with them coming off during your skin. I have had touring days when i have put on and taken off these skins over ten times and they are easy and manageable every time. Hope this helps

I have found this beacon to be easy to use and understand. The ortovox beacon that I had previously was not nearly as user friendly as the tracker. With it's digital distance display and tracker light direction indicators I found that with a little bit of practice this beacon is easy to use and works well when working to find buried beacons or skiing partners in a hurry. It is simple easy to use and easy to learn how to use. The only aspect that was a little weird is the carrying system. It has a holster that is pretty bulky and can be pretty annoying with a backpace, radio, and whatever else you may have buried in those jacket pockets. I have since gotten used to the system and am quite happy with it. Hope this helps.

This pack has been out for about three years now and remains my favorite BD Avalung pack. It has enough space to fit gear for multiple day backcountry missions but cinches down tight when only a day lunch and extra layers are needed. The best part about this pack is that no matter what load you are carrying it always fits snug to your back unlike other packs that fit awkwardly when maxed out. Also it has a side zip that allows you to find things further down in the pack without having to search by feel. To top it off it has the Avalung just in case. So if I could choose one backpack to cover all of my needs while in the Backcountry this is definitely it.

Skiing in Colorado can be full of suprises. For example the other day it was raining at the base of the mountain and this is mid January. Now on the same day on the top of the mountain it was absolutely nuking some of the biggest flakes I have seen in a while. This is the great thing about the kilowatts. They have the ability to kill it in all conditions. They rip it up on fast groomers, and turn quickly in the bumps. On Pow days they have that nice shovel tip that keeps them up and when that pow turns to crud they are stiff enough in the tail to allow for big stable GS turns down pretty much everything. It is not too often that I am able to ski one ski well in so many conditions but the kilowatt does just that. If you are looking for a ski that can handle anything the mountain and mother nature throws at you, the kilowatt is the answer.

I have been skiing these bindings since they came out and have never had any problems with them whatsoever. I have had the cartridges spin a little but how hard is it to spin them back a few turns to their original position. They have never loosened while skiing. I have also ran into people who say that they keep ripping out of their skis. As a tele skier i have learned to constantly check my bindings and make sure they aren't loose at all. Tele bindings get loose easily due to the huge amount of force put on the screws and when it is loose that is when it rips out of the ski. I ski these bindings hard over a hundred days a year and have never experienced any sort of blowout. They provide me with awesome stability when going fast, especially with the ridstiff cartridges. I would recommend the midstiff cartridges or free flex for anyone who would call their skiing a little more mellow. Check them out and you will not be disappointed.

I have had this helmet for a little under a year and already the top plastic cover is beginning to come off, the brim is completely loose on one side and the ratchet fit system in the back is constantly popping out. I have heard that they have put more work into this helmet since last season which I hope is true because it is not a good feeling when your helmet is falling apart within a few months of buying it, especially when it is selling for 150.0 retail. Other than the poor construction, it does fit well and look good but that doesn't really matter when it doesn't stay together.

As a telemark skier i look for a ski pant that is extremely tough, is breathable for touring, and allows for lots of movement which is necessary for telemarking. I find the koven pant to have all that and maybe more. The full side zips can be zipped to any place and allow for complete ventilation. The material is strong and tough, especially on the inner cuff for all that tip thrashing that goes on when charging. Although they may not be the best just for backcountry touring etc. If you are looking for a pant that you can stay dry and warm in while charging the resort and enjoying endless BC pow than this is it.

These goggles fit very well on my large head. I have definitely had past trouble finding goggles that fit my head and face well. These goggles have a fairly wide frame and fit quite comfortably. They also fit very well with my smith helmet. Scott offers a wide variety of lenses but I would recommend the red chrome amplifier. It is bright enough to see the terrain on a flat light day but also blocks the UV rays like a champ. Highly recommended in my book. Choose from any of their steezy limited edition models.

This jacket is my go to outer shell for just about everything. With large pit zips that cool you down on those warm days, and unrivaled windstopping ability that only requires one or two underlayers during those colder deep pow days, this jacket is great. It also is pretty light and easily fits in small spaces. I have always owned a heavier jacket but now with the Koven If i throw on one extra light layer under my normal thermals, it can be just as warm as any other heavier insulated jacket. I also use my Koven in the summer as a rain shell. If you are looking for a shell that can cover pretty much every activity both in summer and winter I highly recommend the Koven.

This is definitely a pretty killer package if you are looking for a good pack with an avalung and a solid shovel and probe that all fit well in the pack. This pack is small but it is perfect for a resort day-pack or a off resort sidecountry pack. I did have trouble with it fitting well to my back at first but as I broke it in it worked better. I wish it had some bungies on the front so you could strap on a jacket because it doesn't fit inside. It does have a nice cross-pack ski carrying system as well. The shovel included is easily deployed as well as the probe. So if you are looking for a great package deal for those long resort days or those close sidecountry missions I would recommend this package.

These sunglasses are unbelievable. I have never owned a pair of sunglasses with this much optical clarity. They make everything appear so crisp and clear and with the polarized lense, free of any glare. Whether I am skiing on a spring day, hiking to the top of another line, fishing, or just trying to look cool, these glasses do it all. Definitely highly recommended. Also i have a pretty large head and have trouble finding sunglasses that don't squeeze my temples and give me headaches. These however fit wonderfully.