Buying Guides

Clear, expert-built size and buying guides for ski, snowboard, and mountain bike, so you can shop with confidence.

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How to Choose an Avalanche Beacon / Avalanche Transceiver
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Beacon / Avalanche Transceiver

An avalanche beacon or transceiver is a device that emits and receives pulsed radio signals. Learn how they work and what to look f...
Splitboard & Binding Weight Chart
Snowboard

Splitboard & Binding Weight Chart

With a growing number of board and binding options, our splitboard weight chart helps you pick your ideal setup.
Von Zipper Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Von Zipper Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Von Zipper offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is rig...
How to Buy Ski & Splitboard Climbing Skins
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Buy Ski & Splitboard Climbing Skins

Material type, attachment hardware, sizing -- evo walks you through the basics so you can find the best climbing skins for your ski...
Electric Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Electric Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Electric offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is right...
How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel

An avalanche shovel is a key piece of backcountry safety gear -- evo breaks down what to consider when buying this potentially life...
How to Get in Shape for Skiing & Snowboarding
Ski Snowboard

How to Get in Shape for Skiing & Snowboarding

Get fit for the slopes! Our guide to strength training and exercises to build the stamina and stability needed for skiing and snowb...
POC Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

POC Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Find the POC snow goggle lens that best suits your needs -- from night skiing to sunshine and everything in between.
How to Buy Ski/Snowboard Gloves & Mittens
Ski Snowboard

How to Buy Ski/Snowboard Gloves & Mittens

There are a lot of ski and snowboard gloves and mittens out there. Learn about warmth, waterproofing and more, and how to choose yo...
Outerwear Fabric, Features & Construction Guide
Ski Snowboard

Outerwear Fabric, Features & Construction Guide

Learn about how outerwear is designed and built, and why the face fabric, membrane and lining materials matter.
What is GORE-TEX Fabric & How Does it Work?
Ski Snowboard

What is GORE-TEX Fabric & How Does it Work?

Learn about GORE-TEX®, how it works, why it's tested rigourously, and why GORE-TEX® is Guaranteed to Keep You Dry®
How to Get Started Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Get Started Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding

Welcome to the backcountry. Learn about safety, BC definitions, and the necessary equipment that it takes to get into backcountry s...
Alpine Touring Tips & Backcountry Basics: How to Skin
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

Alpine Touring Tips & Backcountry Basics: How to Skin

Earning your turns in the backcountry requires you to go uphill - learn the basics, from using climbing skins to kick turns and more!
How to Tune Skis & Snowboards
Ski Snowboard

How to Tune Skis & Snowboards

Sharp edges, a flat base, and a good wax job can make all the difference between an epic and terrible day. Learn about tuning your ...
How to Choose Ski and Snowboard Base Layers & Long Underwear
Ski Snowboard

How to Choose Ski and Snowboard Base Layers & Long Underwear

Learn how to stay warm and dry in the mountains and why having the right underwear and base layers really matters!
What is MIPS Helmet Technology? How Does it Work?
Bike Skateboard Ski Snowboard

What is MIPS Helmet Technology? How Does it Work?

Learn about MIPS, the Multi-Directional Impact Protection System, and why this technology is taking the helmet industry by storm.
How to Wash GORE-TEX Fabric / Keeping GORE-TEX Fabric Waterproof
Ski Snowboard

How to Wash GORE-TEX Fabric / Keeping GORE-TEX Fabric Waterproof

Yes, you should wash your GORE-TEX garments. evo explains why and how best to go about cleaning for maximum waterproof performance.
Spy Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Spy Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Spy offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is right for ...
How to Choose an Avalanche Probe
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Probe

Having a proper avalanche probe could make the difference between life and death. evo explains what to look for before you make a p...
Scott Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide
Ski Snowboard

Scott Goggle Lens Color & Tint Guide

Scott offers a wide range of goggle lens options for varying light conditions. Check them out here and decide which one is right fo...
How to Choose an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Choose an Avalanche Airbag Pack

Avalanche airbags are quickly becoming a must-have piece of equipment for backcountry travel. Learn how they work and what to consi...
How to Wash Down & Puffer Jackets (Patagonia & More)
Ski Snowboard

How to Wash Down & Puffer Jackets (Patagonia & More)

Preserve the loft and warmth of your outerwear. Learn the best way to wash and dry your down and synthetic insulated jackets and sl...
How to Dress for Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding
Backcountry Ski Snowboard

How to Dress for Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding

Packing efficiently for a long day in the mountains is important in more ways than one. Learn about layering and dressing for the b...
How to Get Started Splitboarding & Splitboard Gear Guide
Backcountry Snowboard

How to Get Started Splitboarding & Splitboard Gear Guide

Backcountry riding on a splitboard can be intimidating to get into. Get educated and figure out what you need for splitboarding here!