We’re back with Eric Helmbrecht, co-owner of Powder Hound in Girdwood, AK, to discuss Alaska’s banner El Niño season; the gear he enjoyed most; the gear Kara Williard brought to Girdwood; what’s changed at Alyeska Resort since joining the Ikon pass; the reliability of various AT & alpine bindings, and more.

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Alaska’s Epic El Niño (3:07)

Eric’s Favorite Gear (4:55)

Kara’s Gear for AK (7:05)

BOA Boots (10:57)

Ski Tuning Upgrade (13:17)

Ski Racing in AK (17:03)

Alyeska on the Ikon Pass (20:03)

Eric’s Trip Recommendations (25:19)

Alpine Bindings (28:01)

Binding Reliability & Longevity (30:56)

Eric’s Preferences (40:53)

AT Bindings & Trends (44:40)

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