The Best Skis, Splitboards, and Boots of Winter 2016
Winter doesn't last forever. Make the most of it with one of these top-shelf backcountry setups.
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Here’s one thing to be thankful for this holiday season: There are a million different ways to ride in the backcountry. From surfy, fun splitboards to lightweight skis that are perfect for touring, we’ve gathered up the best of this year’s crop of snowsports gear.
Skis






Splitboards



Boots

La Sportiva Spectre 2.0/ Sparkle 2.0




