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This year, the Snow Gods graced the Rockies with a precious gift. Early October snowfall and cold temperatures prompted an early opening of Colorado ski areas. Thus, the hearts and minds of ski enthusiasts are turning to thoughts of ski gear, ski apparel and ski gadgets. Fortunately, the lineup for the 2007-2008 season is quite impressive. Here are some products for your wish list.

Ladies First

K2 is a company that refuses to let well enough alone. It's not enough that their Burnin' Luvs ignited the snow passions of female skiers from all parts of the globe. K2 continually improves upon the product. The 2007/2008 model features a female-specific Bioflex core. The small sidecut radius enhances quick turn initiation, while the integrated Marker M1 11.0 TC binding system and metal laminate construction provide stability at speed. Average price: $850 with bindings. This ski is the ultimate confidence builder! Perhaps, it will help you build enough confidence to try the backcountry. If it does, you'll want to check out Dynastar's twin tipped She's Trouble BC. With a 92mm waist, this ski provides excellent flotation in powder. The raised tip and tail allows the snow goddesses to land jumps with the grace of a ballerina. Average price: $549 without bindings.

For the Boys

She's Trouble has a boyfriend. His name is Dynastar Big Trouble. The vertical sidewalls that run down the length of this ski enhance its durability. It was designed for skiers that want to show off their new school or park skills in the backcountry. However, if you are mostly a freestyler, as opposed to a backcountry skier, you can ask the shop to mount the bindings slightly behind center. The ski has a 92 waist, so it can float along in powder with She's Trouble.

2008 will also bring some great skis for intermediates. The versatile Atomic Nomad High Noon provides superb edge control. The fatter midsection facilitates carving through powder, and what they call "vibration annihilation panels" eliminate chatter in choppy terrain. Average price: $999 with bindings.

If your ski quiver is already complete, you might be interested in some of the latest gadgets and accessories. Check them out:

Walk the Walk

You've had a great day on the slopes. You skied the bumps the bowls and the steeps. All is well, until you walk across the parking lot and slip on the ice. Don't you hate it when that happens? It need' not happen again, if you purchase the Walk-EZ Revolutions ski boot attachment. It comes with a thick, semi-flexible

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