MY 2025 SKI GEAR!

[@LucasCatania17]

stoked for a new season! let me know what gear you're rocking this year! dont forget to pick up a stoke squad sticker at www.lucascatania.com/shop!

[@AustinStolley]

This year I picked up my first pair of unused skis for the rest of Highschool, I went with the Atomic Bentchetler 100’s!

[@tootall222]

@@AustinStolleyI nearly got these but they don’t make them long enough for me

[@cams3425]

Thank you for the video review of your gear. I align with a lot of your gear review except the quiver portion. Been using Salomon QST106 as my daily for years now and just recently added the Salomon Stance 96 as more of a daily and hoping to progress my carving capabilities. I do have a light setup of Atomic Backlands for uphill/touring as well and really love'em. Definitely would like to add a deep pow day ski to my quiver at some point and if I become more proficient at carving a true dedicated groomer ski (my least favorite place to be on the mountain at the moment).

[@ThatRandomBiker487]

You know its starting when these drop. Its like a tradition now

[@LucasCatania17]

lmao pretty much!

[@isaacdavis-dj8ou]

The fact that you’re not a sponsored armada athlete is honestly a travesty. Get this man a sponsorship!

[@LucasCatania17]

Ha thanks dude!

[@drewfuhrman7193]

I second this I bought the jacket because of Lucas

[@Coconautify]

Merino baselayers are the go.... expensive, but they have some kind of magic for staying warm, even when wet.

[@LucasCatania17]

so i've heard man. gotta try some of those out.

[@csmith0244]

Just came across your channel and with the season approaching I can’t stop watching! Badass skiing and editing man! As a skier from northeast Ohio it is really hard to watch. It seems like every year the local resorts in pa and New York get less and less snow. Made a trip to Jay peak and keystone last year and this year I have one planned for Breck and one for park city and I’ve never been to either. Never been to Utah. Taking two trips west per year is the only way to make it exciting living here lol. Jealous you get that every day man. Keep up the good work/videos 🤘

[@LucasCatania17]

welcome man! glad you like the videos. two trips per year is super solid though so good on you for making the haul! breck and park city are both awesome mountains so good choice. be safe!

[@trevdorand]

armada needs to bring you on board at some point or else the SS is going to riot 😂

[@LucasCatania17]

lmao dont hold your breath haha

[@coledobejibbin]

NEED SNOW NOW. Great vid Lucas always getting me hype for the season!!!

[@owenrussell9206]

wanna help you out and tell you your booster strap is on wrong, its meant to be on the inside of your shell so its directly on your liner, its game changing having it on the correct way:)

[@jakepski]

i work in the outdoor industry and layering is a huge thing, if it’s really cold i suggest using some kind of fleece pant as they wick moisture unlike cotton and they insulate great, might feel better than doubling up base layers

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks for the rec man! i will have to look into some baselayers like that.

[@laowai2000]

Love fleece in cold weather. Cheap and very effective.

[@AustinStolley]

Hey Lucas! Awsome lineup of skis and gear this year. I just got my first pair of new unused skis and I went with the Atomic Bentchetler 100’s. So stoked!

[@LucasCatania17]

great skis man! enjoy them!

[@justinbayola]

LETS GOOOOOOOOO 70K SUBs.... yes yes YEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!!

[@LucasCatania17]

hah thanks bro!

[@ronwilson5210]

JUSTIN Bayola - I am pleased that we are even "peripherally" related. We would certainly be friendly IKR. Same cloth. I Know this

[@juiceboxxxxxxxx]

I ended up picking up 2024 Arv 116 JJs last year after seeing how much you enjoyed your own Armada skis. For sure my favorite ski I've ridden. Such a great ski for Utah

[@LucasCatania17]

love to hear that man. it is definitely one of my most favorite skis ive ridden!

[@SigmaAlphaBoy420]

Love to see these videos! Already stoked! Hoping for lots of snow in the cottonwoods this year! 🤞

[@LucasCatania17]

there always is ha!

[@cookie-hb3ch]

Cant wait for a new season!

[@LucasCatania17]

same!!

[@NoahLuce]

Super cool gear set-up. This is the hardest time, fall is over but winter isn't quit here yet but snow is falling.

[@LucasCatania17]

agree man! definitely a tricky time of the year

[@doctormac3156]

Stoked to be moving back to the Wasatch for the season! Looking to get an all-new setup this year so this was very helpful💪🏼

[@LyriqQ9]

love the vid. Cant wait for the season! are you going to ski the new terrain at DV this winter. its not Much or Advanced Terrain but It's exciting to see whats to come. MUCH More Coming to DV

[@LucasCatania17]

I’ll definitely be trying it out!

[@jackcurrier8958]

Got my first pair of skis this year. Picked up the ARV 100s. Hope they ride well!

[@LucasCatania17]

nice skis! those should do the trick.

[@jackcurrier8958]

@@LucasCatania17 hell yea. Cant wait for the season to try them out.

[@jasonfulleradventures]

I wear my beanie on my head too!!! Looking forward to your vids to start dropping. We are stoked, weeks away from first turns. Cheers from the East man!

[@LucasCatania17]

hell yeah man! good to see you my friend

[@tootall222]

Super stoked for my first full season. I just learned how to ski last February. Here’s me gear list: Craft base layers Smartwool socks Dakine beanie Icebreaker gaiter/Dainese balaclava Mountain hardwear insulated mid layer Helly Hansen Garibaldi Infinity jacket/Sogn Bib Hestra Army Leather patrol 3 finger gloves #LobsterGang Smith Vantage Helmet Teton Gravity Research Goggles Dakine Mission Pro 32L backpack Rossignol all-track 90 boots Salomon strive 14 bindings Rossignol Black ops 98 192 skis

[@LucasCatania17]

nice kit dude!! those black ops are such a good ski. you must be tall!

[@tootall222]

@@LucasCatania17 thanks! I’m 6’8 lol. Love your work, see you on the slopes🫡

[@ccpmarch1980]

New skis and suit look sick. Looking forward to seeing this season’s adventures.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks bro!

[@happylimi8177]

absolutely stoked for the season! and just curious what backpack you use?

[@LucasCatania17]

hell yeah man. i use the gopro daytripper backpack when i ski.

[@rylansneed]

Sickkk, so excited for the season!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks bro!

[@jacksultan8146]

LFG Lucas Time to rock the POW

[@LucasCatania17]

Hell yea jack

[@cesare8270]

First season of skiing was last year, ran on rentals all season and got really good. Bought some 2024 elan playmakers 91’s. More of a free ride/all mount so I can learn and get better. Can’t wait I am so excited!

[@LucasCatania17]

Awesome man - stoked for you!!

[@reese6593]

So sad the JJ 116 is getting discontinued. It'll be interesting to see how differently the 112 rides. My ski quiver consists of: 1) Faction Le Mono (monoski) 2) Armada JJ (2019) - same ones you had 3) Armada Magic J 127 (2023) 4) K2 Pon2oon 132 If you get a chance to ever try a monoski, do it. They are life-changing. I'm riding the monoski about 90%, completely different feeling then skiing but is easy to pickup. Looking forward to the ski vlogs. Cheers to a great season ahead!

[@LucasCatania17]

love the setup! wide skis all the way haha!

[@danielkovell3787]

armada arv 106 w marker griffon Declivity 92 ti Blizzard anamoly 102 Lange shadow 120

[@damojonathon]

Re: Boots. Have been skiing since I was a little kid and have gone through pretty much every brand at some stage. My tip for boots is to find the brand that matches your foot shape and stick to them. Tecnica make really good gear so they're worth a shot - but there are certain foot shapes that are incompatible with certain brands ...and no amount of work will change that.

[@LucasCatania17]

i actually used to have a technica boot!

[@brettdowning5335]

Looking forward to your ski season. Be safe out there!

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks Brett!

[@ADHski]

Excited for another ski season with the Stoke Squad! 4th annual meetup will be epic, already counting down the days. New Armada Declivity 92's have arrived!

[@LucasCatania17]

lets gooo dude armada gang

[@craigiannucci9914]

Worth the wait

[@LucasCatania17]

Appreciate it

[@Trippiebets]

I just picked up the bent 110’s! Hyped for this season!

[@LucasCatania17]

dope ski!

[@chrisgarner3714]

Please tell me more about the boot heaters. I totally agree with you about finding the perfect boot. I don’t think it exists. Even pros unbuckle everything as soon as a race is done because TIGHT=PERFORMANCE but also tight=pinch points and bad circulation and permanent knee flex. Anyway, great video! Even though it’s just about gear. ¡Gracias Hombre!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man! my toes were absolutely freezing, so the boot heaters helped keep them from not freezing. you dont notice them or anything but my feet just dont get cold anymore.

[@OhWowAtlantic]

I wish I lived closer to the slopes. One of my dreams so travel to the Rocky’s for a whole season.

[@LucasCatania17]

bummer man. hopefully you can make some trips at least!

[@paulcentineo4174]

Good Stuff! Have a Great Season Lucas!! 👊🏼✌🏼

[@LucasCatania17]

likewise brother!!

[@jakepski]

really balled out on a sick pair of icelantics and look pivots this year so i’m so hyped to get out and try them out

[@LucasCatania17]

awesome dude! sick setup

[@guswells4126]

Lucas you’ve convinced me to try out the whitewalker 116’s. Can I buy your old ones? The red top sheet is rad and I can’t find last year‘s model anywhere. I live local

[@davidcleminson600]

Hey Lucas, love all your videos, Looking forward to seeing you hit 100k subscribers this year. I have a few questions.... 1.This is only my second year skiing, but I took to it really quickly and I was at snowbird on that may powder day going down a few black diamond runs. I plan to only ski Alta and Snowbird this year, but what would you say are the best skis I can get? I was using pretty wide Salomon ones all of last year which were fine but wondering if you had a go-to that would increase my experience. 2. At snowbird, which black diamond runs would you say would be fun for someone who can do all the blue terrain no problem, but definitely can't do more advanced stuff? I imagine I'll come improve again this year but jump turns proved pretty difficult. Thanks again for the great content.

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man! 1. theres not really a single best ski that i can recommend. if you're planning on staying up in LCC, i would recommend something in the 105-116 underfoot range. maybe like a 106-110 for everyday use and then a fatter powder ski like 116-120 for the storms they get up there. 2. if you're an advanced skier, i would recommend mineral basin or some of the runs off gad2

[@smoothman]

Let’s go I’m stoked for the start of the season

[@LucasCatania17]

hell yeah dude

[@pranavmalavalli5582]

The quiver grows each year, man the elks need some love this season too

[@LucasCatania17]

yes definitely man. gotta make a point to bring them out.

[@andreyshcherbakov335]

Going to be an amazing season! I am so hyped for these videos and to travel out west too! I’m a boarder so I ride the Jones Tweaker 😂

[@LucasCatania17]

Haha hell yea dude. Boarders welcome!

[@JesusChristItsJasonFrog]

ARMADA !!! Cmooon guys !!! Do something for our boy

[@LucasCatania17]

lmaooo

[@flennboyd6413]

I like the full yellow suit, it reminds me of Gorton’s fish sticks, best fish sticks…

[@LucasCatania17]

lmao ill take it

[@carterfan80]

I like the new color on the jacket. But do you think it will stand out well against the snow on camera?

[@LucasCatania17]

guess we'll find out!

[@anthonyteichroeb917]

I'm hyped for this winter, Armada definitely needs to hook you up.

[@LucasCatania17]

hoping for another solid winter!

[@gavincollingwood]

Take that binding off that 116 jj and put it on that new white walker

[@darinsmith2458]

Last year's whitewalker 116 are sweet..

[@LucasCatania17]

agree man!

[@BlaizeKelly]

Interested to see what you think of the 192cm Whitewalker 116's. I'm a touch shorter than you and ride the 185's in Japan all season. I feel I could have sized up to the 192 for pow, but for average days they may be slightly too big.

[@LucasCatania17]

me too man! i just felt like the ski was short with all the rocker, especially in bigger mountain terrain.

[@bjorn6]

I think you really need to try out the Moment Deathwishes, they are literally THE perfect ski for Utah. Theres a guy that is a rep from Moment that does free demos during the season

[@LucasCatania17]

thats rad man! i would love to check them out!

[@edmund1245]

surprised you don't have a side country/slack country setup, especially now with a fair bit of overlap.

[@LucasCatania17]

@@edmund1245 I don’t do any side country / back country / slack country skiing so I don’t need one!

[@josephstratemeier8619]

As far as boots go, I got the atomic hawx 110 last season and absolutely love them. Maybe try those out?

[@LucasCatania17]

nice boots man! always a top performing boot no doubt.

[@dustyfpv6343]

Armada, get this man on the team!

[@LucasCatania17]

lmaoo

[@Sedole94]

I feel like you could definitely rock a 130 flex boot. I made that switch a few years ago and felt like I could ski with so much more power and precision. No regrets other than they’re less forgiving so you’ve got to be a strong skier, which you are.

[@NoahLuce]

Being new to the channel, I reviewed some old videos and saw he had Dalbello's but with(I think) a soft 100 flex tongue. He could easily buy a 130 tongue, they're pretty cheap, to see how he likes the 130 flex. I assume the Dalbello boots were a good fit before he switched to the Salomon.

[@LucasCatania17]

yeah man! definitely gonna move up in my next pair.

[@NoahLuce]

@@LucasCatania17 Consider the Dalbello 130 experiment, it may give you some insights.

[@NoahLuce]

@@LucasCatania17 Consider the Dalbello 130 experiment for some insights.

[@davidgarage103]

Have you ever tried out the Magic J´s?

[@SnowyPF]

what do you think puts the whitewalker 116s above the JJs for you? and as far as Utah resort skiing goes which ski would you say is better?

[@LucasCatania17]

good question. i think it really comes down to the flex profile and the composition of the skis. the JJ is traditionally a little softer of a skier, albeit it is made from the stiffer poplar ash core. i would say the JJ is equally stiff/soft from the tip right on through the tail. the whitewalker (WW) is a stiffer ski, but it is made of the caruba core, which is a softer and lighter wood. furthermore, the WW is most stiff under the foot but actually softens up on the tip and tail - unlike the JJ that is uniformly the same flex throughout the ski. the WW is technically a stiffer ski, but on a softer wood - which I think is what I started to like about it. some of the downfalls of the WW to the JJ is that the edge is 1.7 compared to the JJ of 2.5, so for daily resort resiliency, i find that the JJ excels in this category as it is just a little beefier for day to day use. the skis really are very similar - thus, probably one of the reasons why they did away with the 116JJ but thats just my $0.02 on the two skis.

[@SnowyPF]

@@LucasCatania17 thanks for the detailed response! the 116 WW looks like a super fun ski and I'm honestly thinking about getting a pair, I cant find many retailers that are selling last year's model for a discount so it must have been super popular haha.

[@marktkimball]

What are you using for your walkie-talkie setup? I'm looking to grab a few for my group but want to make sure I get something with a decent range. Great video as always, Lucas!

[@LucasCatania17]

i use the rocky talkie mountain radio! so far, really good!

[@shredline]

Cannot wait for opening days. I think keystone is up first on the epic pass

[@LucasCatania17]

heck yeah it usually is!

[@eliethridge5969]

Congrats for 70k!

[@LucasCatania17]

thank you!

[@SilverBoltLuke]

I was like 99 percent sure that you have to be Armada sponsered by now considering you are basically rocking a full Armada Set for the second year straight. They really have to get you on board sooner than later. But its officially the beginning of winter season because its the time of the Ski Gear reveal for the season.

[@LucasCatania17]

i wish man haha. and yeah season is starting!

[@austindavis6899]

Hey Lucas just curious if you had any issues with your Montec gear or if you just decided the 3L Gortex was just better. I don’t ski enough to spend that kind of money, but for sure have noticed being soaked through in the cottonwoods in my current Northface coat. Congrats on 70k and hope to make it to a meet up this year!

[@LucasCatania17]

thanks man! i honestly never really had an issue with my montec gear and thought the waterproofing was quite nice for the price point. the only time i really ran into an issue was up in the PNW at bachelor when it was like rain/snowing on us. but i do think for the price, montec is some good gear!

[@co-op343]

I found a hestra glove at alpine meadows last season

[@PreciousLettuce]

Are you any interested in trying the new ARV models this season? Much different, but still amazing.

[@LucasCatania17]

i would love to try them out!

[@PreciousLettuce]

@@LucasCatania17 I ordered the ARV 100. It’s on the way. Haven’t decided if I’m gonna freestyle or factory mount yet. Super stoked, though!

[@AviationGod222_YT]

Seasons coming!

[@tuckergaskins]

Any plans on getting any avalanche gear for this year (beacon/probe etc)?

[@LucasCatania17]

Maybe! Not planning on doing too much backcountry skiing I guess

[@KyleGraham19]

Get over to Wolf Creek!!! They open tomorrow!!!

[@LucasCatania17]

Won’t be there but I’m planning on summit county openings!

[@KyleGraham19]

@@LucasCatania17 Key and Breck? If so, hope to see you there!

[@bigdaddyshrek5841]

You plan on coming back up to Washington this year?

[@LucasCatania17]

Maybe but no plans yet

[@Pgd10020]

Great showcase!

[@LucasCatania17]

Thanks bro!

[@Darkmana1212]

I wish you have enough powder to use the ARG the most of all these skis

[@LucasCatania17]

lmao!! that would be crazy

[@KJT1220]

Once those liners wear out... ZIPFIT time

[@LucasCatania17]

haha yes maybe!

[@JerseyMike66]

How often are you getting your skis waxed/grinded throughout the year?

[@LucasCatania17]

i haven't really waxed or tuned any of my skis since I bought them

[@McQzv]

There’s no way you’re not affiliated with armada. Can’t believe it. That’s serious brand loyalty wow

[@LucasCatania17]

lmao i know right

[@hayyzi-]

Moving to slc this winter and I currently only have one pair of skis, 102 underfoot. What size would you recommend if I were to get another set of skis?

[@LucasCatania17]

probably 116 if you want to ski powder. if not, the 102 would be great for everything really

[@7camo_]

You ever try the Armada Strangers?

[@LucasCatania17]

i have not but i heard great things about them!

[@AlertsAPC3]

Thoughts on pants vs bibs?

[@LucasCatania17]

im a bibs guy, much comfortable overall imo

[@Scipafricanus]

You should drop more cliffs this year

[@LucasCatania17]

i'm just out there to cruise really

[@xDarkryder97]

Would you ever try to use skis that are lil bit shorter than your body height ? My tree-ski set up is atomic bent 110 172cm (I’m 180cm, 72kg)

[@LucasCatania17]

i guess it just depends! if i needed a pure mogul ski or park ski, i would go with something shorter than my body height. but for all mountain ripping and especially pow skiing, id like to stay on the longer side!

[@Tatews37]

10:45 “it does have some dents in it from the bar…” I take it you wear the helmet when crushing drinks for safety? 😂

[@LucasCatania17]

hahah good one. the safety bar

[@commodoretaco4335]

I think you might like armada

[@skier68]

What are the boot heaters you use? Any comments on them?

[@LucasCatania17]

i use the term-ic ones. they've been great. battery lasts about two ski days if i forget to charge them one night - control them with my phone via app and keep my toes from freezing.

[@billystevens2911]

I ride shaggy’s mohawk 98’s did your dad get any new gear?

[@LucasCatania17]

yeah he got a few new things! maybe ill do a video with him

[@chriskutlina5743]

You should rock some apex boots! Hahahah just kidding!

[@LucasCatania17]

Lmao I’ll check them out!

[@bhmorris1]

If you owned 1 armada ski what would it be?

[@LucasCatania17]

armada whitewalker 116

[@AJ_Owens]

Did you finally get new gloves? 😂

[@LucasCatania17]

haha not yet!

[@AndrewWells]

LOL you're standing there in this cool fluorescent jacket and you never talk about it? There must be an entire video dedicated to it...

[@LucasCatania17]

thats just a puffy from armada!

[@IHatePikeys]

What? No Line snowboard?😂

[@LucasCatania17]

😂😂

[@MisterM18]

Yoo nice 1st

[@LucasCatania17]

appreciate that dude!

[@shawneggers4484]

Armada needs to get off their ass and sponsor you! You realize how much business your channel has sent them……. Look forward to your season Lucas :)

[@LucasCatania17]

Haha appreciate that Shawn but let’s not hold our breath 😂

[@Kosaii-]

more stoke elk this season or riot

[@LucasCatania17]

oh snap!

[@Lorz]

calling a 106 ski a skinny is kinda crazy😂😂… like bro i ride big powder with a carving ski (70 under foot)

[@LucasCatania17]

nice dude! you must be an insane skier

[@blankcdc9134]

YOU LOOK LIKE RISE AND ALPINE WHAT TEH HECk Please collab PLEASe

[@LucasCatania17]

im sure we will if we cross paths!

[@NoahLuce]

I'll be back.

[@jarednelson4272]

Never sell the JJs, trust me. Just don't sell them EVER.

[@LucasCatania17]

yeah especially now that they dont make them anymore!

[@adamfrench32]

69420

[@LucasCatania17]

welcome back

[@timothyharrison-l9h]

i have something special to say about ski socks, throw them away!!!!! real skiers dont wear socks

[@LucasCatania17]

I agree Timothy

[@NoahLuce]

Stinky boots.