Words by Nick Pascoe, DPS Product Manager   Sometimes referred to as ‘the clown of the mountains’, the kea is a large green and orange parrot that calls the mountains of New Zealand’s South Island home. This endangered species has a very curious nature which is charming for the most part. However...

High mountain spring skiing is in full swing throughout the western U.S. A few weeks ago Clay James, DPS Skis’ production + quality manager, and his partner Rain Felkl completed a nine day ski traverse across the North Cascade Mountains of Washington. The intrepid pair were rewarded with clear sk...

Dear DPS Community, There is an ancient proverb, which exhorts the reader to rejoice in sufferings, “knowing that suffering produces endurance; endurance produces character; and character produces hope.” We talk a lot about suffering in our outdoor pursuits. Pressing on through challenging times ...

As the warm months of summer rapidly approach, it’s a good idea to take some time to make sure your skis will be ready when the snow starts flying next season. Here are a few helpful tips to make sure you’re not letting any of the essential steps fall through the cracks.    Clean Your Skis  A g...