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I'm Trent Walker, and skiing has been my life for over 20 years. I studied ski and snowboard business, where I trained in boot fitting, product design, and ski tuning. After that, I worked in shops across the mountain and eventually managed my own. That hands-on experience taught me what actually matters in a ski — beyond the marketing hype. I built Between 2 Slopes to match you with gear that genuinely fits how you ski, so you can spend less time researching and more time shredding.
I also host the Between 2 Slopes podcast — real conversations with skiers, shop pros, and the people shaping the industry. Tap in for more of what informs every rec on this site.