It’s our favorite time of the year as we take a First Look at all the new and exciting tech that brands have dreamed up for 2024-25. While on-site at Winter Sports Market last week, we crowned a handful of products with our coveted Best-in-Show award. These are the items we’re most stoked to see out on the hill next winter.
Oakley Line Minor Pro – New to Oakley, the Line Minor Pro provides Oakley’s sharpest vision and widest field of view through a new single-layer lens design which reduces distortion, refraction and reflection. 
Blackstrap Hood Balaclava – The fabric is a poly-nylon composite, developed domestically by BlackStrap, that is both warm and breathable, quick-drying as well as rated UPF 50. 
Auclair Ice Crusher GTX Warm Glove & Quest Mitt – The Ice Crusher features the latest EPE high-performance membrane from GORE-TEX and the Quest mitt is soft on skin with PFAS free DWR treated cowhide and suede palm patch. The latest from Auclair are built to keep your hands warm and dry all day. 
Roxa R3 130 TI I.R. – New for 24/25, the R3 130 features an adjustable forward lean, improved tongue design, all new restyling and colors. 
Hotronic XLP C – BOOTDOC Hotronic’s new XLP C battery-powered foot warmers are your cure for cold feet. 
Julbo Launcher – Julbo continues its all-gas-no-brakes mentality in 2024 with the introduction of the first-ever cylindrical goggle to utilize the proprietary Superflow Pro anti-fog system—the Launcher. 
Aleck Nunchucks – These wireless comms make answering phone calls and communicating with your group using glove-friendly controls a breeze, all while leaving your phone safely in your pocket. 
Blizzard Anomaly Collection – Blizzard’s redesigned Trueblend wood core is strongest underfoot and gets progressively softer towards the ends of the ski, plus a new metal layup breaks up the power of two full Titanal sheets across three layers. 
mountainFLOW eco-wax and IR Waxer – The latest infrared at-home waxer use very little wax, so your bar lasts you longer. Plus there is no wax being scraped off the ski and onto your floor. 
Blackstrap Summit Hooded – Featuring a regular fit, mid-weight four-way stretch fabric, contoured hood, drop hem design, thumb holes and vented armpits, it’s an undeniably comfortable layer that allows ample movement. 
Blizzard Black Pearl Collection – The updated women’s specific TrueBlend wood core, which uses a combination of Beech underfoot and Poplar at the tips and tails to provide a smooth flex, is blended with multiple layers of metal. This unique layup results in a reliable, balanced ski that empowers women to conquer steep trails and technical terrain effortlessly. 
Gordini The Forge Glove – AI enters the world of gloves with FORGE heated gloves by Gordini. In real-time, the glove technology draws information from your user profile and surroundings to thermoregulate itself. 
RAB Khroma Converge Jacket – The fully-featured shell boast large, zippered vents, backpack-friendly pockets and a cozy liner on the interior to help you stay warm all day. 
Scott SEA Collection – Aptly named “Ski, Everywhere, Anytime,” Scott’s latest collection, features new spin technology that allows you to pivot with ease and seamlessly transition between edges. 
Armada Declivity Collection – Developed in collaboration with the late Tof Henry, these sticks blend a powerful layup with long, low rocker lines that allow the you to break the tails free and slash turns at will. 
Atomic Backland Collection – By using less fiberglass and more wood in the core, these skis trend toward the lighter side to provide relatively pain-free ascents. 
ZAG Mata Ti – The new Mata Ti is a Titanal powered ripper built to lay serious trenches at the resort. 
Dynastar M Free Collection – Back by popular demand, the M Free collection is available in five additional sizes for 2024-25. 
Elan Ripstick Collection – While staying true to the light, nimble essence that made Ripstick a fan favorite, Elan’s updated collection uses strategically placed Carbon Rods, UD carbon and Flax to deliver a stable platform. 
Falke Socks – Falke’s ergonomic sport system socks boast increased circulation and an optimized fit. 
Fischer RC4 Pro MV DYN BOA – All-new from Fischer is the RC4 Pro MV DYN BOA, built for hard-charging freeriders who want touring capability but not at the cost of downhill performance. 
Head Oblivion Collection – Designed in collaboration with Cole Richardson, the Oblivion collection is re-born in 2025 using Sandwich Carbon Construction with TNT Rocker for more durability but plenty of playfulness in the tip and tail. 
Gordini Socks – Gordini’s SoleKNIT® collection is able to map the inherent function of a fiber to the logical location on the sock, keeping your feet warmer on the slopes. 
Le Bent Sentinel Midweight Waffle Knit Zip Hoody – The tightly engineered waffle knit grid reduces unnecessary weight so you can layer up without all the bulk. 
Helly Hansen Oden Everdown Hooded Jacket – This midlayer is formulated with 100 percent recycled nylon and stuffed with THINDOWN sheet insulation for a lightweight yet warm finish. 
Bern Macon 2.0 Carbon – The all new bucket by Bern is made with carbon tech, a proprietary fabric weave that can spread impact better than typical safety helmets. It’s also 10 percent lighter than average materials used in ski helmets. 
Head CRUX Pro, Crux and Crux W – Featuring an all new Power LYT design, the CRUX collection is a light weight touring beast that doesn’t compromise in the ascent or descent.