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Mike Basher

March 23, 2023

What’s the Deal? Salomon Shadow Fit

In 2005, the engineers at Salomon Snowboards noticed something long overlooked in binding development: lateral flex. Bindings are designed...

March 21, 2023

Lenny Mazzotti and the Heart of Bear Mountain

"Whenever we get a bunch of great riders coming to Bear, I get all excited and nostalgic at the...

March 16, 2023

Summoned by the Sidehits: Rome x Snowboy’s Séance at Waterville Valley

photos: Ashley Rosemeyerwords: Mike Basher Ouija imagine hitting the slopes of New Hampshire’s beautiful snow-capped mountains in the early...

February 23, 2023

What’s the Deal? Rome HotRods Explained

This week resident gear expert Mike Basher dives into the intricate pieces invented by Rome featured throughout their board...

February 18, 2023

What’s the Deal? Smith I/O Mag Imprint 3D Goggle

Five minutes and a face Scan (on your phone) for a custom, perfect-fitting goggle? Snowboard Magazine gear editor, Mike...

January 1, 2023

CineMagic: Morgan Maassen’s IIXI

There’s no shortage of shred flicks out there to watch to get yourself fired up to go snowboarding. But,...

December 26, 2022

Inside the Pro Model: Mark Carter and the Arbor Clovis and Cypress Bindings

"I wanted it to be an all-mountain board, one anyone can ride anywhere."

December 19, 2022

Five Minutes and a Face Scan (On Your Phone) for a Custom, Perfect-Fitting Goggle?

The custom-made Smith I/O Mag Imprint 3D, put to the test.

December 2, 2022

A Look at the 2023 Rome Ravine

If you’re looking for a park-feeling, go-anywhere board, the Rome Ravine is right up your alley. Also available in...

December 1, 2022

What’s the Deal with Arbor Uprise Fenders

Uprise Fenders are areas at the contact points of the tip and tail which are beveled upward, raising the...

November 25, 2022

A Look at the 2023 Never Summer Triple Camber Proto FR

The Never Summer Triple Camber Proto FR is the answer to those who love the playful, forgiving feel of...

November 23, 2022

A Look at the 2023 Salomon Highpath

The go-to board for Freeride World Tour current champ and Salomon team rider, Blake Moller. 

November 22, 2022

A Look at the 2023 Arbor Crosscut Camber

Arbor’s freeride-focused Crosscut is a great choice for experienced riders who are looking for a versatile board without an...

November 15, 2022

How Does Snowmaking Actually Work?

Inside the blowers–and compressor house and more–at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit.