STEEP's magazine, "SKI BOOK," has now reached its third issue
This issue's featured theme is also "gear" that motivates skiers. This time, our aim was to go beyond mere "impressions" and provide a more multifaceted "review" (evaluation)
The role of the editorial team is not to provide the right answer, but to create a space where various sensibilities can resonate. Enjoy the process of choosing a book that you're truly satisfied with, as you freely move between the magazine and the website, and let's go together to find the perfect book
Content introduction
SKIS REVIEW Revealed - 35 Carefully Selected Brands & 69 Skis -
It's difficult to judge ski performance solely by numbers. What determines whether a ski is right for you is the real feeling that comes from actually riding it—feedback from the snow surface and the feel of handling it, things that aren't just listed in the specifications. That's where the words of people who actually ski come in handy. By analyzing and evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of their own skis, you can get a vague sense of the potential for improvement in your technique and how well the skis suit your ideal style. This collection of reviews is based on the voices of shop riders who participated in test rides around the country, as well as contributions from general skiers. Someone's best ski might just be your destined ski...!
SKI DIGGING
Improving the quality of your turns, regardless of slope conditions, will allow you to ski exactly as you envision in any conditions. The point is, you want to become a better skier. That's why, while you gain experience by only skiing in powder or backcountry, your skiing technique tends to stagnate because you don't have many opportunities to ski on proper slopes. What you need is practice on the slopes. And not with your usual wide skis, but with skis that are responsive, nimble, light, and fun to ski on. Skis with a waist of around 90-100mm fall into that category. Which skis in this range are the most fun? At the "SKI DIG" test ride event, we searched for skis that allow you to fully enjoy the slopes, together with powder and backcountry skiers
A whole new world opens up with your second and third skis!! -Interview with a pro shop staff member who owns multiple skis-
With the increasing diversity and specialization of skiing styles, it's difficult to cover everything you want to do and be completely satisfied with just one pair of skis. To enjoy skiing more and improve your skills, you'll want to get a second or third pair!
So how do you choose? We asked four staff members from Ishii Sports for their perspectives on choosing skis and their realistic suggestions.
BOOTS REVIEW - New Fit System and Must-See Boots -
Because ski boots are gear that comes into direct contact with the body, you can feel the numerical specifications of stiffness and last width more directly than with skis themselves. How do skiers perceive the subtle fit and controllability? Let's share the joy of finding the perfect pair of boots through this collection of reviews to help you find your ideal boot
Gear Selection from a Woman's Perspective - The Ultimate Bike That Doesn't Leave "Me" Behind -
Finding the right gear is the most enjoyable part of skiing. However, finding that gear is the hardest part. To solve the various gear selection problems that many female skiers face, expert skiers from various fields have come together. From basics to backcountry, let's explore the key points to maximize your skill and intuition
GOGGLES REVIEW - A deep dive into 5 brands of high-contrast lenses -
High-contrast lenses enhance safety while skiing by clearly showing the contours of snow and obstacles. Each brand incorporates its own unique technology into these high-performance lenses. Therefore, we gathered five flat and five spherical models of high-contrast lens goggles from five major brands and tested them on the snow. Ten skiers wore the goggles from the five brands and skied down the course, reviewing aspects such as the visibility of snow surface irregularities, field of view, and color reproduction. What characteristics of each brand's lenses emerged from this analysis?
