Olympics

Gold Medal Shoes: Winning Kicks of the Olympic Games

What shoes did Olympic gold medalists use to win sprints, triathlons, sport climbing, and other events? Read on to find out.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 12, 2024

Janja Garnbret Is the Simone Biles of Climbing: You Need to See It to Believe It

Janja Garnbret earned a near-perfect score of 99.6 during a thrilling performance at Tuesday’s semifinals for Olympic bouldering.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 07, 2024

Olympic History: Watch Texas Teen Scorch Speed Climbing World Record

Sam Watson, 18, scaled the 49-foot speed climbing wall in a blistering time of 4.75 seconds.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 06, 2024

Salt Lake City Selected as Official Host of 2034 Winter Olympics, Paralympics

After a 6-year decision process, the ICO has officially designated Salt Lake City as the host of the 2034 Winter Olympic Games.

Written by Will Brendza July 24, 2024

Sport Climbing in the 2024 Paris Olympics: Qualifying Explained

The road to the sport climbing events in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games is long and convoluted. Here’s our explainer.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 20, 2024

Archery Leader and Innovator Jim Easton Dies at 88

The son of archery innovator Doug Easton, Jim expanded the family legacy by diversifying aluminum sports equipment and leading the World Archery Federation.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 05, 2023

Win an Olympic E-Medal Without Leaving Your Couch: IOC Launches ‘Esports’ Games

The Olympic (video) Games? Exactly, says one of the world’s most esteemed sports organizers.

Written by Sam Anderson March 07, 2023

You Could Be in the 2028 Olympics: US Team Opens Track Cycling Test to Public

The Search for Speed initiative is all about discovering talent hiding in L.A.’s diverse communities for the 2028 Track Cycling Olympic Team.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 06, 2023

US Freeski Olympian Alex Hall Answers GearJunkie’s Burning Questions

Ever wonder how professional skiers make it big? How about how to train for big air? Check out our interview with gold medalist Alex Hall.

Written by David Young December 16, 2022

A New Era of Freeriding: FIS Acquires Freeride World Tour, Paving Road to Olympics

The FIS acquired the Freeride World Tour, and the future of freeride skiing and boarding is looking brighter than ever.

Written by Will Brendza December 14, 2022

110 Years Later, IOC Reinstates Jim Thorpe’s Controversial Gold Medals

After more than a century of deliberation, officials have agreed to restore the iconic athlete’s 1912 Olympic honors.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 19, 2022

IOC Announces New Skiing Events to Debut at 2026 Olympics

On June 24, the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) announced three new events coming to the 2026 Olympics this winter.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 28, 2022

Olympic Pentathlon Shakeup: Obstacle Course Racing in, Equestrian Out

The Olympic pentathlon dropped the equestrian component and replaced it with obstacle course racing. This format will debut in 2028.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 04, 2022

Russia Yanked From International Climbing Comps in Ice, Speed, and Bouldering Circuits

The IFSC and UIAA have canceled Russian stops along their ice climbing, bouldering, and speed climbing World Cup tours.

Written by Sam Anderson February 28, 2022

US Olympic Snowboard Debacle: Why Did IOC Penalize Julia Marino for ‘Prada’ Logo?

Olympic snowboarder Julia Marino has attracted more attention for her Prada snowboard than the silver medal she won on it. What’s the deal?

Written by Sam Anderson February 18, 2022

Third Time’s a Charm: Devin Logan on Being a US Olympic Ski Veteran, Skiing’s Future, and More

When a pro skier stops mid-run to do an interview, you know it’s gonna be good. Enter Vermont-raised, U.S. pro freeskier Devin Logan.

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2022

Q&A With Benji Alexander: Jamaica’s First Alpine Ski Racer Is Going to the Olympics

The 2022 Olympics will see several big firsts. But maybe none as interesting as what Team Jamaica is bringing to the table. Check out our…

Written by Mary Murphy February 01, 2022

China to Launch a Robotic Skiing Insect at the Beijing Olympics, Because of Course

In what we can only assume is further evidence the end is nigh, Chinese engineers have ‘perfected’ a six-legged robot and will unleash its terror…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 31, 2022

What You Need to Know About the 2022 Winter Olympic Games

We’re just 2 weeks away from the 2022 Winter Olympics, held in Beijing, China. Here’s everything you need to know to watch, follow, and enjoy.

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2022

Spyder Unveils US Ski Team Uniforms for 2022 Olympic Games

Spyder partnered with Dragon Alliance eyewear and artist Eric Haze to design the U.S. Aerial, Alpine, Freeski, and Mogul Ski Team kits.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 14, 2022

Contest: Design Art for Breezy Johnson’s Olympic Skiing Helmet

Breezy Johnson is a podium favorite in the 2022 Winter Olympics skiing downhill. Design her helmet art for a chance to ski with her.

Written by Sam Anderson January 04, 2022

Olympic Icon Jim Thorpe’s 1912 Medals May Finally Be Restored

‘The best athlete in the world,’ Jim Thorpe, lost his two 1912 Olympic gold medals to a technicality (and, many argue, an injustice). Advocates fight…

Written by Sam Anderson December 20, 2021

Cyclocross Poised to Bring Cycling to the Winter Olympics

Have you ever tried to run up a slush-encrusted staircase, as fast as you can, carrying a bicycle? Then tried to ride back down it?…

Written by Sam Anderson December 09, 2021

Adam Ondra Gets Vulnerable, Trains for the Olympics in ‘Beyond Focus’

Watch Adam Ondra flex in melodramatic slow-motion — and dissect the nuances of the sacrifice that training requires — in ‘Beyond Focus.’

Written by Sam Anderson December 06, 2021

USA Skimo Announces Qualifying Events for Ski Mountaineering Ahead of 2026 Olympics

A new winter sport is coming to the Olympics. And USA Skimo organizers have just announced its first qualifying events for U.S. athletes.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

Upcoming Film ‘The Wall – Climb for Gold’ Documents Climbing’s Olympic Debut

‘The Wall – Climb for Gold’ follows Janja Garnbret, Shauna Coxsey, Brooke Raboutou, and Miho Nonaka for 2 full years as they prepared to compete…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss October 25, 2021

Going for Gold: Sports, Athletes to Watch at the 2021 Paralympics

Wondering which sports and athletes to watch for at the Paralympics? Check out our full coverage of Paralympic sports and US Paralympic athletes.

Written by Mary Murphy August 25, 2021

Olympic Gold Achieved, World Tour Finals Bound: Interview With Surf Legend Carissa Moore

Carissa Moore won an Olympic gold medal surfing in Tokyo last week. This week, she’ll try her hand at waves on the World Tour circuit.

Written by Mary Murphy August 12, 2021

First Olympic Sport Climbing Champions: Slovenian, Spaniard Take Gold

Sport climbing will debut in the Olympics this summer. Since it’s been a bit since the qualifiers, here’s what to expect in this year’s Olympic…

Written by Mary Murphy August 06, 2021

Race Winner Calls Spikes “B*******” After Setting World Record

An Olympic hurdler broke his own world record in the 400m. He didn’t mince words when commenting on the runner-up’s track spikes.

Written by Sam Anderson August 04, 2021

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