A crew of GearJunkie editors scaled Shasta's 14,179-foot flank on a Peaks for Peace charity climb. Some serious product testing took place along the way, including new packs, skis, a split-board, and a few "technical" sombreros to block the sun.

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The death of Beastie Boys rapper Adam Yauch today is a reminder of human mortality. But when we saw this video, we felt even a bit sadder -- not only was Yauch a great performer, but he could shred a heck of a line on a snowboard!

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Snowboard kingpin Jeremy Jones said he's "bailed on machines," including snowmobiles and helicopters. He now skins into the wilds on a split-board in search of powder and sick lines. Our writer recently interviewed Mr. Jones about gear, apparel, and his backcountry style.

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We skinned up 11,249-foot Mount Hood last week to test new ski gear on high and variable terrain. Ice and "jutting sastrugi" were among the challenges on Oregon's highest peak.

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He is a character in a video game and a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. He co-produced the mega-hit "Art of Flight." And last month Travis Rice, age 29, won a first-of-its-kind competition in the B.C. backcountry he helped create, the Red Bull Supernatural. We caught up with Rice for a few questions.

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A GearJunkie editor skis on an alpine-touring setup for a weekend of resort riding and comes away with a couple conclusions on the evolution of the AT category.

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As big-mountain ski comps go, Red Bull Cold Rush is unique. The event mixes steep faces and high bowls together with rails, ramps, and other features found in a freestyle park. We interview Dane Tudor, this year's winner, to see what it takes.

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The to-be-released Off-Grid from Scott have a simple adjustment feature that allows a skier or rider to change the shape of the goggle frame with the turn of a screwdriver or dime.

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In British Columbia, on the high flanks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, last weekend a GearJunkie editor got schooled on the art of skiing the steep and the deep. Vertical chutes, tight trees, and cornice jumps included in the class.

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