In 2016, Liz took off for the Sierra Nevada range and planted two feet in Truckee, CA. Whether it be on snow or dirt, her time is spent ascending and descending the region's lakeside mountains. With 5+ years in customer service roles and a Bachelor's Degree in marketing, Liz has combined her love for linguistics and outdoor adventure through freelance writing and retail sales in one of Truckee's local bike shops. Liz has a keen sense of form, function, quality, and design and maintains honesty and integrity in every review she writes.
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Best Ski Boots for Women of 2022
Need to find a boot that strikes the perfect balance of performance, fit, comfort, and customization? We tested seven of this year's best
Editors' Choice
UGG Adirondack III
An extremely comfortable and cozy winter boot, this top-scorer stands out for its unique features and UGGpure wool liner. It offers stellar all-around performance, keeping feet warm in...
Best Buy
Merrell Thermo Chill Mid WP - Women's
This is a stand out boot for those who spend their winters on the move. Highly waterproof, lightweight, warm, and supportive...
Top Pick
Keen Revel IV Polar - Women's
A super comfortable hiking boot with a wider fit, designed for all-day wear. We tested it while guiding, hiking, and wearing around town.
Best Bike Panniers
We bought and tested 14 of the best bike panniers on today's market to help you determine which model is right for your needs. See which contenders survived what our expert testers threw...
Top Pick
The North Face Shellista IV Mid
This boot had the best warmth-to-weight ratio in our lineup, making it a great option for everyday cozy footwear that can keep you warm during stormy winter weather.
Top Pick
Danner Inquire Mid Insulated
This boot is lightweight and low-profile with style and comfort that is highly functional on trails and snowy terrain. It's incredibly comfortable and
Top Pick
Muck Boot Arctic Ice Tall AGAT - Women's
This full coverage boot has maximum snow and water protection and is highly insulating. However, at times, it is a bit too heavy for casual use
How to Choose Women's Ski Boots
Choosing the right ski boot can be a frustrating and time-consuming process. This process is important because boots greatly affect your performance and your comfort, and therefore your...
Editors' Choice
Nordica Promachine 115 - Women's
This boot blends all-around performance with plenty of power and stiffness with a comfortable fit, earning it our top honor
Best Buy
Rossignol Pure Pro Heat - Women's
We found the boot that will exceed your expectations in comfort and performance. The Pure Pro Heat is comfortable, surprisingly powerful, precise and great looking... and did we mention...
Top Pick
Lange RX 110 LV - Women's
The Lange RX 110 offers high-quality and precise performance but is more comfortable and accessible than ever. We know if you love a Lange, you'll love this model.
Forsake Lucie
A stylish urban winter boot that isn't practical for use on stormy days or snowy trails. However, if you live in a mild climate and...
Bogs Crandall II Tall Adjustable - Women's
This lightweight and flexible boot has great coverage and is well suited to long work days or travel around town. However, it's not the warmest or grippiest
Sorel Explorer II Joan
This is a comfortable sneaker-boot with good coverage and shines when used for urban wear. However, it's not great for functional snow use
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