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.
Ride Home: Lael Wilcox Closes in on One of Her Most Hallowed Objectives
Adventure cyclist and ultradistance bikepacker Lael Wilcox is a fourth-generation Alaskan. In 2020, she took the pandemic as a call to explore her massive and wild home — of course, by bike.
Volcano Skiing: Outside TV Releases Full ‘Ring of Fire’ Series
In Ring of Fire, two best friends and ski mountaineers headed off for the adventure of a lifetime — they just didn’t know it yet. Watch the four part series now.
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Best Wave Ever? A Must-Watch Charge at Mavericks
Surfer Peter Mel took on pinnacle Mavericks for a ride that will become the measuring stick for all others.
‘Tools of the Trade’: Where Fly Fishing Meets Songwriting
Chuck Ragan has millions of listens on Spotify and harbors a plethora of knowledge to share on Northern California’s fishing waters. He makes it work both ways.
‘Send and Return’: BCA Doubles Down on Backcountry Avalanche Safety Videos
Backcountry Access wants you to keep two things in mind when you head out for a day of backcountry skiing: send it and return safely.
Cody Townsend Tries Bikepacking in Pandemic Pursuit of Ski Lines
What do you take when you combine a global pandemic, two pro skiers, two bikes, and a thirst for travel? This epic adventure.
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‘The Big Chill’: Ultrarunning Across Chilliwack, British Columbia, in Under 2 Days
Over 100 miles, 33,000 feet of gain, six epic North Cascade mountains — Chilliwack-based ultrarunner Gary Robbins runs what he calls a “backyard 100-miler.”
Bikes, Guitars, Carpentry, Motorcycles: Cyclist Colin Strickland Is a Jack of All Trades
There’s no doubt Colin Strickland is a great cyclist. But like most people, there’s more than meets the eye.
Christmas to New Year’s Bike Ride: Tackle the ‘Festive 500’ With Rapha
Seattle in December is wet, cold, and brutal. Yet 32 riders still signed up to ride a ‘festive’ 500 km. Learn all about Rapha’s unique holiday team ride tradition.
‘Boardslide Worldwide’ Snowboard Edit Offers Up Pow by the Mouthful
Quiksilver presents ‘Boardslide Worldwide,’ featuring Austen Sweetin.
Next-Gen Skiers: One Family’s Dedication to ‘Ski Local’
Pack, sleep, coffee, check route, ski, repeat. Here’s what it’s like to ski tour as a family. ORTOVOX ski athlete Adam Werth gives us a glimpse into local ski touring in the Tetons in this short film.
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.
‘Despair on the Colorado Trail’: A Bikepacker’s First FKT Attempt
Pro MTB racer Payson McElveen had never gone out for a bikepacking race before his recent decision to attempt an FKT.
‘Freeze’: Take a Break and Watch This Short, Sweet Ski Film
This film follows 29-year-old freeskier Tobi Tritscher as he cruises through the heart of the Austrian Alps.
Bikepack Beekeeping: The Craziest Quarantine Activity You’ve Never Heard Of
What’s crazier than bikepacking? Beekeeping, of course. And then, well, combining the two.
Watch Now: X Games Skiers Hit the Backcountry
Teton Gravity Research is back yet again with another pow-worthy in-house film. This time, it’s dedicated to the backcountry.
Female Freeski Collab: 10 Pro Rippers Dominate in ‘Skivas’
French freestyle skier Coline Ballet-Baz recruited nine other female skiers and snowboarders for her film. These ‘skivas’ (ski divas) are hardcore, passionate women with a craving for pow.
On-Sight Without Sight: Blind Climber Sends Extreme ‘Forked Lightning’ Crack
British paraclimber Jesse Dufton is blind. Somehow, that makes this stunning zig-zagging crack feature right up his alley.
Recon Mission: Pro Skiers Seek New Routes in Cascades
Everything else is canceled. Exploration isn’t. Two Eddie Bauer athletes prove that by venturing out to scout epic new lines in the North Cascades.
Backcountry Education, Safety Are More Important Than Ever: ‘Solving for Z’ Explains Why
Patagonia ambassador and guide Zahan ‘Z’ Billimoria talks ski guiding, risk, and safety in Patagonia’s film ‘Solving for Z.’
‘Dry Times’: Tracking the Human Toll of California’s Historic Drought
Fire, water, drought: For California, some of its wilderness still hasn’t recovered. The ‘Dry Times’ documentary, released today, tells this story.
Most Vert in a Day: Jean-François Cauchon Tries for the Record
‘Cauchon: Answers from the Woods’ is the latest pandemic running film to debut in 2020, featuring ultrarunner Jean-François Cauchon.
Eco-Shred: How Arbor Collective Brought Sustainability to Snowboards
This is the story of how sustainably crafted snowboards first emerged 25 years ago.
Skier’s Dream? Here’s What It Takes to Make Turns All Year
If only the ski season lasted forever. For Carl Zimmer, it does. The short film ‘Turns All Year’ gives a glimpse into Zimmer’s snowpacked lifestyle.
Thru-Hiking Through a Pandemic: 14 Days on the John Muir Trail
Thru-hiking any trail is already a big task. Add in the roadblocks of a pandemic, and it becomes an even bigger adventure.
The Great Spartan Games Are Here: Watch Episode 1 Now
Think you have what it takes? These athletes do — meet the 24 athletes that will take on the grueling Spartan Games competition.
Simple and Heartwarming: Salomon Gives an Ode to Chairlifts
Introducing ‘The Chairlift,’ arguably the best seat in the house. This Salomon film shows us why.
The Thrill of the Throttle: Pro Skier Saddles Up a ‘Snow Pony’
‘Snow Pony’ is a tale of the wild, thrilling rides, deep snow, and an exploration of new terrain.
‘Once Upon a Time’: 22 Years of Swiss Freeriding History
‘Once Upon a Time’ follows famous freeride skier Jérémie Heitz as he tackles a Swiss resort on and off piste.
Sustainable Skiing: Pros Weigh In on What Needs to Change
The second episode of ‘The Revelstoke Diaries’ web series features Revelstoke locals and pro skiers Greg Hill and Izzy Lynch.
