Ski

Simon from the Innsbruck-based ski manufacturer SPURart is working on the production of a recyclable ski as part of an innovation and research project. In an interview, he told us about the background, challenges and successes of this ambitious project. Following the interview, we were able to test the factory and get a first impression. But read for yourself:

Whether it's a dusty memento from the attic or a much-loved piece of equipment that has just done its last duty. Instead of disposing of the old slats in the bulky waste, we are resurrecting them as stylish interior elements. In order to protect our beloved winter, the trend is towards a circular economy, and with it the upcycling of ski equipment. We at PowderGuide have put together our own projects to show you what a little time, creativity and sweat can do. Let's start with the wardrobe.

The Head Crux 93 is a versatile, medium-width and medium-light ski from the freeride touring segment. In the test, the Crux 93 performs well in powder and offers a solid skiing experience even in tougher conditions.

Bergstolz's big ski test has been taking place every winter for years now - at the end of March 2025, we found the best freeride conditions in Hochfügen, Zillertal. At the end of the season, Ms. Holle meant good once again. Dozens of skiers tested freeride skis from over 25 brands in four different categories. We took a closer look at a few models from the large selection and summarized our impressions in this article.

A comparison between a freeride ski and a Black Forest gateau may seem unusual at first glance, as they are two fundamentally different things: a piece of sports equipment and a culinary product. Nevertheless, some metaphorical parallels can be drawn here: Both skis and cakes are made by industrious craftsmen with expertise and attention to detail - craftsmanship and tradition. They represent a combination of traditional materials and modern production techniques. - Enjoyment and experience: skiing in open terrain offers an intense and eventful skiing experience. Enjoying a Black Forest gateau is at least as sensual an experience, where flavors and textures merge.

The Maverick Cti 96 is a classic all-mountain model, i.e. a ski for as many conditions as possible. With a center width of 96 mm, it is one of the narrower models in the Maverick series and is therefore more suitable for variable conditions than for the deepest powder snow. We tested how it performs in practice for you this season.

The HEAD KORE Ti collection promises uncompromising off-piste fun. Whether on the piste, in perfect powder snow or when the going gets rougher. In the wide KORE series with six different middle widths from 88 to 118 mm for men and four versions for women (87 to 104 mm), everyone will find the right companion for perfect days on the mountain. Whether as an all-mountain version, versatile freeride all-rounder or big mountain machine. The sporty and reliable DNA runs like a perfect thread through the KORE series.

The Atomic Maven 94 CTI is a versatile all-mountain ski that feels at home both on and off-piste. It has been tested around Innsbruck in a wide range of conditions - from hard piste to fresh snow - and shows stable and smooth performance. It is ideal for anyone who likes to switch between resort and off-piste.

An astonishing number of campers have been using the PUSHcomponents bike rack for several years now. Mounting with the handlebars on the rear doors, which was still conspicuous at the beginning, has already established itself as normal. The ski, snowboard and cross-country ski holders and the SNOWbag from PUSHcomponents are even less common. We have tested the SNOWbag and provide an update on the options for attaching winter sports equipment to campers and vans.

The first turns of the season have been made, but to be honest: There was still room for improvement. Classic: Over the summer, I completely forgot about the service and realized on the slopes that the slats were slowing down rather than gliding. So it was back to square one! With a few pallets, friends and hot wax, we now make the boards really smooth again. The next adventure can come - but this time with speed!

The second article of the series takes a look into the struggles of choosing materials for more circular skis and snowboards, as well as the recycling of equipment at the end of it‘s lifespan.

Several pairs of skis, little space and a constant mess? Anyone familiar with this will appreciate order in the ski room. With a little craftsmanship, this problem can be easily solved - with a homemade ski rack that not only keeps things tidy, but is also practical and space-saving.