REI Cyber Sale: Save Up to 50%
Our gear experts searched through the best Cyber Monday deals at REI. Here are the best gift and outdoor gear discounts for your next adventure.
The Best Snowshoes of 2020
After hours of research and months of testing, we found the best snowshoes for every use and budget. And don’t miss our buyer’s guide with everything you need to get started.
Always Be Prepared: Make a Winter Emergency Kit From Your Summer Camp Gear
Winter comes with chilling winds, dropping temperatures, and dangerous road conditions. If you live in or frequent an area with snowfall, it’s best to be prepared in case of a roadside emergency.
What It Means to Be a XC Skier: A Rap Confessional
A Finnish cross-country skier has just dropped a new anthem for the sport. He’s hardcore, unapologetic, and really loves to ski.
Pressure Release: Olympic Snowboarder Savors Quiet Backcountry Pow
A craving for competition will only get you so far. You’ve got to have passion, intensity, and a love for the sport in its purest form.
The Uninvited II: All-Girls Snowboard Movie Shows the Industry Who’s Boss
Up-and-coming athletes have a hard enough time breaking through into the pro snowboarding realm. It shouldn’t be even harder for girls.
Ice Fishing Safety: Basic Tips & Gear to Enjoy the Hardwater
Ice fishing is a sport that requires baseline knowledge and research before beginning. While it’s not rocket science, it’s a sport that relies on intense weather conditions that come with important safety considerations.
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From Salmon Fishing to Skiing: How One Skimo Badass Funds Her Pastime
A local Summit County film ‘hooked’ our eye. It’s all about women in skimo.
Commercial Fishing Meets World-Class Skiing in This Short Film
It’s not often that a captain of a fishing boat is also a skier. But for McKenna Peterson, that’s just life.
The Best Skiing in Switzerland: Famous Skimo Route Stars in New Film
‘Zermatt to Verbier’ is Faction Skis’ premier short film of the 2020-2021 season. And it’s totally worth watching.
Amp Up Your Ice Fishing: StrikeMaster Offers 3 Electric Auger Options
Ice fishing doesn’t have to start with the noise and smoke of a gas engine. StrikeMaster’s lineup of electric ice augers offers a quiet, rechargeable way to cut through inches of ice.
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9 Great Deals From REI’s ‘Gear Up Get Out’ Sale
REI’s Gear Up Get Out sale starts today with some great deals on all your favorite outdoor gear. Get outside today, or gear up for tomorrow with this sale on everything from summer camping to wintersports.
The Bestselling Gear at Backcountry This Week
Check out some of the bestselling gear at Backcountry this week and save on gear for your next adventure.
Free Gear Fridays: Kahtoola EXOspikes Footwear Traction Giveaway
This week, ten lucky winners will receive a pair of EXOspikes from Kahtoola!
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Big Brand Sale: Save Up to 30% Off Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Salomon, and More
You have 5 days to save up to 30% off pinnacle gear from top brands at Backcountry.
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Titus Adventure Updates ‘Mobile Ski Lodge’ With Fleet of 4x4s
Launched in 2019 to combat traffic on Colorado’s I-70 corridor and the costs of owning a 4×4 vehicle, Titus Adventure Company recently retooled its fleet of rental vehicles.
All-Terrain Traction: Kahtoola EXOspikes Boast Road-to-Trail Grip
Traction spikes help hikers and runners find their footing in wintry conditions, and that extra confidence can help tackle bigger goals. However, the footwear options for hiking and running have mostly been mission-specific — until now.
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Rails, Chains, Pow: Chris Corning’s ‘Teal’ Rallies Snowboarders Everywhere
From deep in the British Columbia backcountry to the streets of the Midwest, World Champion snowboarder Chris Corning’s latest edit is an ode to the joy of riding.
Snow Is Coming, Get a Grip: Blizzak Winter Tire Review
Bridgestone Blizzak Winter Tires prove their worth after a season of testing in the snowy mountains of Colorado.
Chill Stoke: Chris Benchetler Blends Art, Music in ‘Unraveling’ Ski Edit
Breathtaking lines, no sound — Benchetler swaps out ambient noise for artistic voiceover in his latest ski edit.
Keystone Resort Approved for Terrain Expansion After Opening Day
Keystone Resort in Summit County, Colorado, is not only open for business but it also just announced some new skiable terrain.
Backcountry Skiing 101: Salomon Freeskiers Show You the Ropes
Salomon teamed up with 11 freeski athletes to bring you an informational, fun-filled intro to backcountry skiing (with safety and style in mind).
How to Train for Ski Season: Tips From a Professional
With the first layers of snow touching the ground and resorts beginning to open, ski season is all but here. Are your legs ready to rock an 8-hour resort day or a few thousand feet of touring? Here’s how to whip yourself into ski shape.
Weston Eclipse Women’s Splitboard Review: Purpose-Built for Serious Pow-Seekers
Weston — the Colorado-based brand synonymous with splitboard culture — has been quietly dialing its women’s lineup for years. With the new Eclipse, one of four female-focused boards for 2020-21, it may be time to toot the horn.
Colorado Ski Resorts Want You to ‘Know Before You Go’
The only thing certain about the 2020-2021 ski season is that nobody really knows what to expect. But Colorado ski resorts are starting to offer advice to local and visiting skiers.
The Best Tire Chains for Snow in 2020
We’re here to recommend the best tire chains for snow to help improve your traction control when the roads and weather demand it.
Seaweed Skis?! WNDR Alpine Shows Off New Winter Tech
Tread light, charge hard, and do it on these weird renewable algae skis. WNDR Alpine gives us the scoop.
The 10 Best Snowboard Boots of 2020
Whether heading into the backcountry or looking for an all-mountain winner, we found the best snowboard boots of 2020.
Caught on Film: Avalanche Swallows Pro Skier Nick McNutt
A pro skier was caught in an avalanche. He survived. Unbelievably, the accident was captured on film. This is his story.
Winter Is Here: 6 Ski Resorts Opening in North America This Weekend
Think October is just for hiking, leaf-peeping, and camping? Think again, because snow is falling and ski resorts are open.
Skier Moms Take Center Stage in Arc’teryx Film ‘Motherload’
Tackling loss and motherhood while producing a film in the midst of a pandemic was no easy task. Nevertheless, these ski moms got it done.
