Winter
Ski, snowboard, ice climb, snowshoeing… and anything else on ice and snow.
Dynafit TLT Speedfit Ski Touring Boot Review: Good for Ice Climbs?
Switch from tight, ‘ski mode’ to articulating ‘walk mode,’ strap on some crampons, and send the icefall. We tested Dynafit’s TLT Speedfit ski touring boot to see how it performs on ice climbs.
Wolf Creek for the Win! Ski Resort Will Open This Weekend
Thanks to a big early-season snowstorm, Wolf Creek Ski Resort will be the first Colorado resort to open in 2018.
Winter Speed Record on Arctic Circle Trail: Watch
Jason Antin and Mike Chambers quest into the Arctic for a brutally cold FKT. In Greenland, the only known speed record of the Arctic Circle Trail was during summer. But this attempt was during the dead of winter.
Salomon Shift: 2019’s Most Exciting Ski Binding Stars in Stoke Vid
The Salomon Shift is the most revolutionary ski binding we’ve seen in years. It gives skiers a whole new option for the slopes, from backcountry to groomers. The brand’s marketing video has us stoked for winter.
Trailer: Jeremy Jones’ Latest Film Is ‘Ode to Muir’ Wilderness
Jeremy Jones and Elena Hight trek deep into the John Muir Wilderness for untracked snowboarding lines. The film, ‘Ode to Muir,’ has us stoked to explore the backcountry this winter!
Meet the Photographer Behind Iconic Skiing Films: Video
Chris Figenshau has quietly become one of the most respected photographers and videographers in skiing and snowboarding, working with notable athletes like Jeremy Jones and Jimmy Chin.
Iditarod Footrace Champ on Running Down Depression
Pete Ripmaster won the 1,000-mile 2018 Iditarod Trail Invitational footrace in 26 days, 13 hours, 44 minutes.
All Aboard! ‘Winter Park Express’ Train Tickets on Sale for 2019
Fares for the Winter Park Express start at $29 each way between Denver Union Station and Winter Park Resort.
‘Boardie’ Builds a Better T-Bar: It’s About Time
Boardie is a wider crossbar for existing T-bar systems. It’s a simple idea that makes quite a bit of sense from a skier’s or rider’s perspective.
Up for Grabs: Skier’s Dream Job Comes With Gear, $10K
All the gear, all the travel, and all the pow: It’s everything skiers need a dream job to be. And you get a cool 10 grand to boot.
Welcome Tikka, A-Basin’s Newest Avalanche Rescue Puppy
While just a puppy, Tikka is ready to learn how to save skiers from avalanches. This short promo video from Arapahoe Basin certainly shows off her cuteness!
Trailer: ‘Face of Winter’ a Tribute to Legendary Filmmaker Warren Miller
Warren Miller, a legend of ski cinematography, passed away in January 2018. Now, the company that still carries his name will honor his legacy in film.
Ikon Pass Adds Utah Resorts Solitude, Brighton
With the additions, five Utah resorts are open to holders of the new-for-2018 IKON pass.
Snowboard With Wheels: Watch ‘Mountainboard’ Documentary
A ragtag team in the U.K. has been jerry-rigging boards with all-terrain wheels for years. This video highlights the fascinating culture of Mountainboarding.
Hilaree Nelson Replaces Conrad Anker as TNF Team Captain
Known for impressive ski mountaineering in the Himalayas, Hilaree Nelson will take the role from Conrad Anker, who held the position for 26 years.
First 45-Degree Gym Touts Cold Temps for Better Fitness
One New York City studio is seeing just how low athletes will go. Brrrn’s cold-temperature classes are shaking things up in what until recently has been a world of warming fitness workouts.
Holding an Edge: Pro Ski Racers’ Offseason Workouts
To maintain an edge, U.S. Ski Team alpine racers Resi Stiegler, 32, and River Radamus, 20, both hit the gym hard in the offseason. They shared some workout tips with us, plus gear that gets them by.
Alterra Moves to Acquire Utah’s Solitude Mountain
If you have an Ikon Pass, you just got one mountain richer. Ikon parent Alterra Mountain Company confirmed it’s entering an agreement to purchase Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah.