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The 11 Best Japanese Knife Brands
Looking to upgrade to a new set of Japanese knives? Kitchen Expert Alex Alcarraz lays out his top 11 Japanese knife brands that you should consider while shopping.
Size Guide: Smith Helmets
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Size Guide: Smith Helmets
Not sure what size of helmet you need? Curated Experts know how important finding your perfect fit is. Find sizing information for Smith helmets here.
Size Guide: Salomon Snowboard Bindings
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Size Guide: Salomon Snowboard Bindings
Not sure what size of snowboard bindings you need? Curated Experts know how important finding your perfect fit is. Find sizing information for Salomon snowboard bindings here.
A skier clicking their boot into their ski bindings as they stand on top of a snowy mountain.
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Ski Set: How to Choose a Complete Package
Learn how to pick out the ideal complete ski package, from skis and bindings to boots and poles. Hit the slopes with gear thats exactly right for you!
A snowboarder executes a hard turn
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A Guide to Snowboard Profiles: Camber, Rocker, Flat, and Hybrid
The first step to finding the right snowboard for you is understanding snowboard profiles. Snowboard Expert Tess Kohler is here to help.
A male skier wears Dynastar skis and goes downhill on a mountain face while holding his poles.
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Ski Size Chart: How to Size Skis
Trying to figure out which size to purchase for your next set of skis? Look no further! Ski Expert Gunnar O. gives a full rundown on how to size your skis!
A snowboarder goes off a jump. His hands are outstretched and the bottom of his snowboard is visible.
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Do You Need a Wide Snowboard?
There are a lot of options when shopping around for a snowboard! Snowboarding Expert Gaelen Mast explains the difference between riding a wide and a regular board.
A man jumps off a jump at a ski resort on a snowboard.
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Snowboard Size: Should You Ride a Longer or Shorter Snowboard?
Snowboard Expert Tyese Messerman details all the key factors and considerations to think about when choosing which size snowboard to go with!
Snowboarder in a bright red jacket and black snow pants flying through the air in a snowboard trick.
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Finding Your Best Stance: Choosing the Right Snowboard Binding Angles
Snowboard Expert Bobby Chadderton runs through how your bindings affect your riding and what you can do at home to ride more comfortably.
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What Size Snowboard Is Right for You? A Snowboard Size Chart
Choosing the correct board size can be a complex process with a number of important factors. We are here to help with a handy sizing guide!
Four varying sizes of skis from regular skis at the top to a few types of ski blades below.
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What Are Ski Blades and Are They Worth It?
What are ski blades? Who are they for? Should you get some? Read this guide from Ski Expert Hunter R. to find out the answers to these questions and more!
A skier on twin tip skis flying through the air in a jump.
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Twin Tips: Are Twin Tip Skis Right for Me?
Ski profiles all have pros and cons, and twin tips are no different. Ski Expert Matt B. dives into when—and if—this is a good option for your next set up.