Posted by chrsdckrsn on February 1, 2012
    
2013 4FRNT Hoji Skis & 4FRNT Adrenalin AT Ski Binding
Eric Hjorleifson (he really like when you pronounce the “j” in Eric’s last name) spends a lot of time on his skis, and over the past few years he has spent just as much time developing and testing the 4FRNT EHP and 4FRNT Renegade. The 4FRNT Hoji is a direct result of how well the Renegade turned out and the direction Eric’s skiing has gone. That direction is a combination of uphill and downhill, and that is where the Hoji shines. With the same Reflect rocker and sidecut technology as the Renegade, built onto a slightly narrower chasis, the Hoji is the ultimate touring tool that sacrifices nothing on the way down.
Reflect Technology
Dreamed up By Eric Hjorleifson and currently only being used on the 4FRNT Renegade, Reflect Technology has changed the way rocker and sidecut work together. With Reflect Technology the rocker radius is matched with the sidecut radius for precise, predictable carving in all conditions. It eliminates tip hook and allows you to engage the entire length of the edge while providing float and pivotability. As far as big skis go, it’s the smoothest of smooth.
Hoji Dimensions
-195cm: 132/112/122mm (30m), 5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
-187cm: 130/112/121mm, (30m), 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)
-179cm: 128/112/120mm, (30m), 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
4FRNT Adrenalin AT Ski Binding
 
To complement the Hoji Skis, 4FRNT is introducing its new touring binding, the 4FRNT Adrenalin AT Ski Binding. Competing with the other 16 DIN tour bindings that downhill ski companies are putting out for next year, the Adrenaline is compatible with both touring and alpine boots, has a low and wide stance, and has the ability to switch to skiing mode without having to get out of the binding. Combine the Hoji with the Adrenaline for unparalleled uphill performance without compromising the downhill confidence you need to go big, ‘cause after-all, that’s why you hiked all the way out there.
Throw in the new, well-named 4FRNT Evo Pre-cut Skins or Tour square skins and the new 4FRNT Slog Adjustable Ski Poles for the full AT setup. The Evo Pre-cut Skins are custom cut for the Hoji and Renegade, so you can take your 4FRNT Hoji’s out and beyond just like Eric.
By: Jordan Sunshine | Copy Editor | At evo since October 2009
  
Posted by chrsdckrsn on February 1, 2012
Line Skis Mr. Pollard’s Opus 2013
Straight out of the PNW, Line Skis is just down the street from evo and Eric Pollard is one of our favorite skiers (he is on the evo team too!); he has been pushing the limits (limits? what limits? we say) of backcountry freestyle skiing and ski design for a decade. Naturally the Line Mr. Pollard’s Opus Skis are one of our favorites at evo and truly one of Eric’s biggest masterpieces yet.
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Posted by chrsdckrsn on February 1, 2012
Never Summer Cobra Snowboard 2013
Caution, don’t get bit but this Cobra. For 2013 Never Summer is dropping what should be another straight banger hit; the Never Summer Cobra Snowboard. Driven off the success of this year’s super popular Proto CT, the carbonium Cobra is a more directional all-mountain board with a similar blunt-nose shape and the always favored flex of the SL. With the ability to dig trenches like the Raptor and still bust half cabs and carve switch like the Evo, the new Cobra is a true Swiss army knife of boards.
The Never Summer riders put in their 2 cents and got a new board that not only makes sense, it makes dollars. This past season Never Summer brought you the Proto CT, a true twin, softer version of the best-seller SL board. Taking the same blunted modern shape as the Proto CT, but with a flex and pop more similar to the SL, the Cobra is all-mountain board that still dominates the park. The blunted ends make for a shorter rider with reduced swing weight. The nose is drawn out to knife through soft snow, while the blunted quick spade tail enhances float in pow.
The Cobra is designed to dominate the entire mountain over, putting it in the park/freestyle/freeride/big-mountain category (a.k.a. everything). This board is slightly setback for a more directional ride, without sacrificing switch-riding. Dual top and bottom carbon matrix provides incredible underfoot power. Throw in Never Summer’s Rocker & Camber Technology, Vario Power Grip Sidecut, and 3 year warranty, and you have one of the highest performance and most versatile all-mountain boards ever made.
Cobra Dimensions
-153cm: 288/244/288mm (7.45m vario*)
-155cm: 295/251/295mm (7.55m vario*)
-158cm: 298/253/298mm (7.55m vario*)
-161cm: 301/255/301mm (7.70m vario*)
-164cm: 303/255/303mm (7.90m vario*)
Cobra X Wide Dimensions
-159cm: 310/264/310mm (7.55m vario*)
-161cm: 311/265/311mm (7.70m vario*)
-163cm: 316/269/316mm (7.90m vario*)
*Multiple radius average – Vario Power Grip Sidecut varies from deep to shallow to straight.
By: Jordan Sunshine | Copy Editor | At evo since October 2009
Posted by chrsdckrsn on January 28, 2012
SIA Snow Show Day 2 Coverage
See new gear from:
- Smith Goggles
- Line Skis
- Full Tilt Boots
- Oakley
- Burton
- Ride Snowboards
- Betty Rides
- Nike
- Dakine
- Orage
Posted by chrsdckrsn on January 25, 2012
 evo is Live at the SIA Snow Show 2012 in Denver, CO
The evo crew is headed down to Denver to take a look at all the 2013 skis, snowboards, accessories, outerwear and everything in between. We will show you the good, that bad, the bizarre.
Here is a sneak peak of a few things you will see:
-You want to know about the new 2013 Burton Nug (evo in-store only)? What do the 2013 Atomic Bent Chetler’s look like? Have you heard about about Oakley Canopy Goggles? Armada Outerwear now has Gore-Tex! Plus a ton more!
What do you want to see?
-We have been hard at work meeting with our buyers to pick out cool new products and updates to all your favorite gear. But we want to know what you want to see…just post up on our Facebook wall and ask!
Where do you see all the new 2013 gear?
-Stay tuned on the evoBlog, evoTwitter and evoFacebook over the next week to see what next season will bring.
What is the SIA Snowshow?
-For over 50 years, the SIA Snow Show has been bringing the entire snow sports market together in one place. All your favorite vendors from Burton to Armada will be there showcasing the latest trends, innovations, product lines and styles, the SIA Snow Show represents the only global event where 800+ brands are presented in an authentic environment both on and off the snow; all powered by the passion and culture of snow sports…not to mention the great dinners and after parties!
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