Winter
Ski, snowboard, ice climb, snowshoeing… and anything else on ice and snow.
Cody Townsend Channels His Inner Kilian for Whistler Traverse
The Spearhead Traverse in British Columbia is 20 miles long with 5,033 feet of elevation gain. Naturally, goofball Cody Townsend went all-out skimo racer for his attempt at the FKT.
Eddie Bauer Freshline Review: Mountain-Proof Ski Kit Heli-Tested
As the First Ascent collection hits its 10th year, Eddie Bauer works to stay at the forefront of innovation.
Big-Mountain Skier Dave Treadway Dies After Fall In British Columbia
Dave Treadway, a Canadian professional freeskier, died Monday after a fall while skiing near Rhododendron Mountain in Pemberton, British Columbia.
It’s Time to Buy Your 2020 Ski Pass Now
Skiers and snowboarders, take note: If you want the best price on your season pass, deadlines are fast approaching before prices begin to climb.
Top 5 Crashes of 2019 Freeride World Tour: Watch
These are some of the gnarliest crashes we’ve ever seen. Skiers tomahawk, hit rocks after 30-foot drops, and completely explode upon landing.
Skimo Meets Freeride: I Survived the Red Bull Raid
Race to the top of a mountain, then huck cliffs for a high score on the way down. Red Bull Raid offers backcountry skiers and splitboarders a novel competition format.
North Pole Season Canceled for First Time
For the first time in 18 years, the North Pole will not see visitors due to a complex combination of political and natural obstacles.
Sketchy Chugach Line Gives Cody Townsend the Pucker Factor
An out-of-the-blue call leads Cody Townsend on a last-second adventure to Alaska. But conditions on one of the most iconic ski lines in Alaska, the Sphinx, seem to give the team the willies.
Watch: Skier Rockets Down Olympic Bobsleigh Course
What happens when you send a professional skier down an Olympic bobsleigh course? One thing’s for sure, the steep, icy, banked turns look terrifying!
Cody Townsend, Bjarne Salen Rescue Skier After Near-Fatal Fall in Couloir
After descending a dramatic ski line, Cody Townsend and Bjarne Salen saw a skier plummet down a cliff face nearby. If it weren’t for them, this fallen skier may have died.
Backcountry Launches Ski Jacket & Bibs: Tested
The online retailer Backcountry puts the ski industry on notice with a high-end shell-and-bibs combo. We took the 2019 Backcountry Stretch three-layer jacket and Heavyweight Bibs cat skiing for this review.
Red Bull Announces the Coolest Skiing Competition Ever
‘Bring the big sticks, leave the lycra at home!’ Red bull just created a new freeride skiing format that has us drooling. Red Bull Raid scores athletes on the way up and down.
Black Diamond JetForce Pro Avalanche Airbag: First Look
Black Diamond improves upon its JetForce avalanche airbags with the JetForce Pro. Coming fall 2019, the JetForce Pro has modular packs ranging from 10 to 35 liters. We took it skiing for a quick first look review.
Aspen: The Colorado Mountain Town I Hate to Love
With every visit, every year without a trust fund, I try to find fault in this privileged place. And every year I love it a little more. Here’s why.
ReddyYeti Ultimate Spring Ski & Snowboard Gear Giveaway
It’s still snowing! Colorado resorts are extending their seasons. And ReddyYeti is back again with a spring ski and snowboard gear giveaway worth $4,200.
Voormi Solstice Snow Skirt Review: Protecting Your Best Asset
This wool overskirt keeps those thighs warm and moves well on winter outings — without adding puff where women don’t want it.
Best Backcountry Snow Bibs for Men
Snow bibs and backcountry go together like swallowtails and pow slashes. Whether you ski, snowboard, or splitboard, we’ve found the best men’s snow bibs.
Cooler in Winter? 3 Ways to Get More From Your YETI Gear
Cold weather is no reason to leave your high-end cooler at home. In fact, these YETI products can greatly enhance your enjoyment of cold-weather activities like car camping or skiing.