Who we are

Collin Wiedersheim

Contributor & Editor

I’m an amateur freeride skier on the weekends, and a Product Manager during the week. I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, with a concentration in Sports Journalism from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. I’ve been living in Portland, Maine with my girlfriend and my dog, Spring, for a few years now.

  • Favorite Ski Areas?

    • Sugarloaf, Sunday River. If it’s open, you’ll find me somewhere in Blind Ambition.

  • What are you skiing during your ideal day?

    • The tight trees with some friends, followed by some groomer side-hits on the way back to the lift.

  • Favorite Chairlift Drink?

    • Either something caffeinated, or my water bottle after a long run.

  • Favorite Skier?

    • Sammy Carlson, Mikaela Shiffrin, Tanner Hall, Marcus Goguen

  • Current Favorite Ski?

    • 2024 Nordica Unleashed 98

  • Outside of skiing, what’re you up to?

    • You’ll find me hiking, strolling & eating through PWM, playing (losing) card & board games, hanging out with loved ones.

  • Current Quiv3r

    • 2024 Nordica Unleashed 98

      • 180 cm, Marker Griffon 13 @ Factory Recommended

    • 2024 Elan Playmaker 91

      • 180 cm, Salomon Strive 14 @ +1 from Factory Recommended

    • 2025 Salomon QST 106

      • New for 2025/26 - Full review coming this season!

      • 181 cm, Salomon Strive 14 @ Factory Recommended

    • 2024 Salomon Stance 90

      • New for 2025/26 - Full review coming this season!

      • 182 cm, Salomon Strive 14 @ Factory Recommended, DPS Phantom Glide

  • Graveyard

    • 2024 Volkl Revolt 104

      • 180 cm, Marker Griffon 13 @ Factory Recommended

    • 2024 Blizzard Rustler 9

      • 174 cm, Marker Griffon 13 @ Factory Recommended

    • 2024 Nordica Enforcer 88 Unlimited

      • 172 cm, Tyrolia Attack 14 @ Factory Recommended

    • 2017 Volkl RTM 8.0

      • 165 CM, Tyrolia Attack 11 Demo Binding

These stats are relevant to my experience on the skis I ride and review. Your mileage may vary, but I try to consider those that don’t fit into my specifications, preferences, or ability level when making declarations or sharing opinions on a given ski.

  • Basics: 30 Years Old, 5’9”, 185-190 lbs

  • Preferred terrain: Groomers, trees, bumps.

  • Preferred types of skis: all mountain, freeride focused skis.

  • Self described skiing style: I like wide & fast groomers, but love the trees and exploring new terrain. I enjoy skiing through the shovel and driving a ski to carve, but forgiveness and playfulness are exceptionally important to me.

  • Boots

    • 2025 Salomon S/Pro Supra 130 BOA

      • 27.5 Mondo, Custom Footbeds

    • 2023 Nordica SportMachine 110

      • 27.5 Mondo

  • Other Gear

    • Giro Trig MIPS Helmet

    • Oakley Flight Deck Goggles

      • Rose Gold PRIZM lenses

      • Black Iridium PRIZM Lenses

    • Gordini Cache Gauntlet Mittens

    • REI Powderbound Jacket

    • REI Powderbound Bib

    • Uniqlo HEATTECH Base Layers

      • Fleece lined long sleeve & tights

    • Smartwool Socks

      • Zero cushion, over the calf