The Best Ski Goggles of 2021
Looking for the best ski goggles or a pair of snow goggles for snowmobiling, hiking, or exploring winter storms? We’ve got you covered with our list of the best goggles.
Powder Fever: Backcountry Splitboarding With a 57hours Pro Guide
We spent a day riding powder with 57hours guide Willie Benegas. Here’s what it’s like to backcountry splitboard with a guide and the gear we tested.
3-Day Deal: Save Up to 60% on Ski & Snowboard Gear
Backcountry expanded to its Winter Yard Sale to include deep savings on its own gear. Don’t miss these killer deals.
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Kings and Queens of Corbet’s Couloir: How to Watch the Competition
Each year, a gaggle of athletes comes together to fly down Jackson Hole’s Corbet’s Couloir. Here’s how to watch the event today.
Locked and Loaded: RockyMounts LiftOp ‘Biggie’ Ski Rack Review
Looking for a ski rack that’s sturdy as all get out and can carry hoards of boards and skis? The RockyMounts LiftOp may be for you.
Recycled Plastic Pow Surfer: Burton One World Family Tree Backseat Driver Review
This binding-free snowboard provides simple, fun downhill access from backyards to urban hills and backcountry slopes. And for 2021, Burton’s limited-edition version will feature a recycled plastic core.
Smartwool Athletes Bring Artistic Flair to Their Favorite Ski and Snowboard Socks
Smartwool’s winter socks showcase the attention to detail and artistic flair from its team of skiers and snowboarders.
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Get Behind the Scenes of Burton’s ‘One World’ Snowboarding Film
Immerse yourself in the behind-the-scenes action on Burton’s ‘One World’ world tour snowboarding film.
FIS Snowboard World Championship Moves From China to US
The FIS Snowboard World Championship has changed its location — and dates — due to the global pandemic.
Natural Selection Tour Snowboard Finals: What the Pros Are Riding
Curious as to who’s in the finals and what the pros are riding? We’ve got an exclusive dive into Natural Selection’s pro snowboarders’ gear here.
Watch Live: Red Bull ‘Natural Selection’ Snowboard Comp Kicks Off Today
Travis Rice’s Natural Selection Tour is finally here, along with some fresh snow. Here’s how to watch.
Interchangeable-Lens Ski Goggles: Top Picks to See Clearly This Season
In the last year, several brands came out with new goggle systems they felt could rock the interchangeable-lens world. We took four of them for a spin.
Voice Guidance Revolutionizes Avalanche Beacons With ORTOVOX ‘Diract’
The ORTOVOX Diract Voice is the first avalanche beacon that provides searchers with audible voice commands while in search mode. We inspected the device for this first look review.
Natural Selection Tour Unveils Final ‘Wild Card’ Riders
Natural Selection is set to be one of the greatest backcountry-based pro snowboard comps of all time. And this week, two lucky athletes were given a chance to ride in the tour.
How to Watch the X Games: Winter 2021 Aspen Edition
Fear not, friends. Despite no in-person crowds, the X Games is still throwing down in Aspen, Colo. Read on to learn about the top athletes competing in the X Games Aspen 2021 and how to watch it all unfold.
Better Resort Runs: Season Equipment Aero Snowboard Review
The Season Equipment Aero snowboard excels at hardpacked groomer runs. By the end of the day, I was riding better than I had in years.
Multiple Skiers Injured, 1 Severely, After 2 Chairlifts Fall in a Month
After two chairlifts from the same manufacturer fell from their cables, a certain chair component has gone under close inspection.
Burton Mine77 ‘Deep Winter’ Drop: Like Father, Like Son
Jake Burton Carpenter was a legend at home, in the workshop, and on the mountain. Now, his namesake brand’s Mine77 collection is paying homage with a massive drop of winter gear.
Anon Unveils New Safety Tech in Ski Helmets: WaveCel for Winter
The hotly debated safety tech that raised eyebrows around the bike industry in 2019 now promises to add even more safety to ski and snowboard helmets.
Fishing for Lines: Icelandic Snowboarder Pursues Passions by Sea and Summit
Rúnar Pétur lives two lives. In summer, he’s a fisherman working his way toward wealth. But in winter, the mountains call, and his focus is singular: pure joy.
The Best Ski Backpacks of 2021
From small packs designed for lift-access skiing to behemoths built for serious backcountry use, we found the best ski backpacks for every budget.
The Best Women’s Ski Bibs of 2021
We hit the slopes to find the best women’s ski bibs of 2021. Whether you snowboard, ski, or play in the backcountry, we’ve got you covered.
Vermont Ski Patrollers to Receive First Wave of COVID Vaccine
Handling the organization, distribution, and overall logistics of the COVID-19 vaccine is a complicated nightmare. Thankfully, each state has a plan in place. One state’s plan includes a surprising choice on who gets it first.
Backcountry Snowboarding 101: Expert Tips, Gear to Stay Safe & Have Fun
The desire to get out away from crowds and into the backcountry is higher than ever. And while backcountry snowboarding through a forested powder bowl may seem safe enough, it’s only safe if you know what you are doing.
The Best Snowboard Bindings of 2021
Bindings are a vital piece of gear that can make or break your time on the mountain. We’ve got the best of the year lined up and ready to shred.
Get It Now: This ‘Indy Ski Pass’ Costs Under $300 for the Season
This multi-resort season ski pass is a crazy-good deal. The only catch? You’ll be skiing at independent resorts.
Patagonia’s Best Backcountry Ski Kit: Stormstride Jacket, Pants Review
Patagonia touts its Stormstride Jacket and Pants as the ‘most focused backcountry kit’ it’s ever made. So we put the kit — and Patagonia’s big claims — to the test.
‘Boardslide Worldwide’ Snowboard Edit Offers Up Pow by the Mouthful
Quiksilver presents ‘Boardslide Worldwide,’ featuring Austen Sweetin.
The Origins of Snowboarding: ‘Made in the Mitten’ Is a Must-Watch
Snow + surfing = snurfing. And it’s epic. Here’s the story behind of of our favorite snowsports.
The Best Women’s Ski Pants of 2021
Whether you frequent backcountry mountains or a local resort, we’ve got the best ski and snow pants for women.
Travis Rice Announces ‘Natural Selection’ Snowboard Tour to Crown World’s Best
The Natural Selection Tour aims to be the highest echelon of competitive snowboarding, and its focus is on the backcountry.
