1. Pro-Tec‘s skate-inspired Vigilante has 15 top vents (plus two up front so your goggles don’t fog) and built-in Recco reflectors. $100;
Winter Gear
2. Arc’teryx‘s 14-ounce Solo uses a new synthetic insulation that absorbs less water and dries much faster than competitors. $300;
3. Oakley‘s Seth Morrison Signature Crowbar goggles boast impressive peripheral vision and fit medium-size faces best. $135;
4. Forget straps: L.L.Bean‘s Trailblazer Step-in Snowshoe Package connects boot to deck with a spring-loaded steel pivot. $199;
5. Kombi‘s i-Rip wirelessly syncs with your iPod so you can switch tracks and adjust volume without shedding a glove. $150;
6. We love the compact feel of G3‘s 22-ounce SpadeTECH shovel. More important, its sturdy aluminum blade won’t let you down when it matters. $69;
7. Austrian ski maker äٱ returns to the North American market with four wood-core models, including the MX88 (128/88/113)—perfect for all-mountain riding. $1,550 (with Marker Duke bindings);