2 Weeks Until the 2022 Olympics: What You Need to Know About the Winter Games
We’re just 2 weeks away from the 2022 Winter Olympics, held in Beijing, China. Here’s everything you need to know to watch, follow, and enjoy.
Free Gear Fridays: Stay Connected With Cardo’s Packtalk Ski Giveaway
This week, five lucky winners will receive a Packtalk Ski from Cardo.
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Tecnica Breaks Ultralight Backcountry Boot Barrier
Tecnica unveils the Zero G Peak ultralight alpine boot. The sub-1,000g boot focuses on fit and performance, drawing on the brand’s roots.
‘#1 Boot Brand in Scandinavia’ Comes to the US: All You Need to Know About Polyver Sweden
Polyver says its winter boots are 40% lighter, twice as durable, and three times as insulative as competitors like Muck Boot.
Sharing Stories & Stoke: ‘Girl Crush’ Highlights 5 Female Rockstar Athletes
‘Girl Crush’ explores the roles that identity, community, and mentorship play in shaping women’s experience in the outdoor industry.
One of Scotland’s Hardest Mixed Climbing Routes Gets Gritty First Repeat
Mixed climbing in Scotland doesn’t get much harder than Martin Moran’s ‘The Wailing Wall’ (IX 9). A vivid report followed the route’s first repeat.
The Best Kids’ Snow Gear of 2022
We put the best kids’ cold weather clothing of 2022 to the test. Our top picks include Patagonia, Columbia, and more!
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Personal Ski Lift: Zoa Unveils Tow-Rope Concept You Can Bring Anywhere
The Zoa PL1 personal ski lift will go to production soon. Creators say the electric gadget can tow a skier 2,600 feet on a single charge.
Alps-Based Freeskier Rips Familiar Pow in ‘HOME’
French freeskier Oscar Mandin celebrates the stoke, peace, and mega terrain found right outside his door in ‘HOME.’
Apply Now: Mammut Launches Learn to Ski or Snowboard Scholarship
Today, Mammut announced an all-inclusive, learn to ski or ride scholarship to help reduce the barrier of entry into snowsports and the greater outdoors.
Calling All Outbacks: Subaru ‘WinterFest’ Returns With Music, Gear Demos, and More
This year’s Subaru WinterFest will hit mountain resorts from Vermont to Oregon, bringing adventure mobiles, live music, gear demos, raffles, and doggos along for the ride.
Born to Charge the Steeps: Romp’s 2022 Oso Ski Review
Romp Skis’ new Osos were designed to provide an edge over vertical slopes and the “rugged unknown” — but they’ll perform just about anywhere you take them.
Record California Snow Could Bury Thru-Hikers’ PCT Bids
Record-breaking snow in the Sierra Nevada is good news for a drought-gripped state. But it might hurt Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers.
‘Learning to Drown’: The Remarkable Story of Pro Snowboarder Jess Kimura
Reeling from a whirlwind of loss, grief, heartache, and struggles with mental health, Jess Kimura stood back up, determined to heal.
Spyder Unveils US Ski Team Uniforms for 2022 Olympic Games
Spyder partnered with Dragon Alliance eyewear and artist Eric Haze to design the U.S. Aerial, Alpine, Freeski, and Mogul Ski Team kits.
‘Children of Patrol’: The Next Generation of Jackson Hole Ski Patrollers
Some lucky skiers and riders grow up as kids of JHMR Ski Patrol, following their parents’ guidance and chasing their passions on snow.
8 Natural Hot Springs to Warm Up in This Winter
Nothing’s better in the wintertime than a dip in a hot spring. While warm baths and backyard spas are nice, there’s something special about soaking in a natural body of water surrounded by nature.
‘Fortress Ghosts’: 2 Skiers Explore Ghost Town Ski Mountain in Canada
When Fortress Mountain outside a provincial park in Alberta, Canada, closed in 2004, the once vibrant ski resort quickly became a remnant of the past.
Helly Hansen Switch Cargo Pant Review: A Durable, Versatile Snow Pant
Helly Hansen’s Switch Cargo Pant won our best overall pick for women’s ski pants. Find out why in our full review.
How Not to Drive in Snow: Pro Tips From Expert Winter Drivers
Want to know how to drive in snow? It’s easy — just don’t do these boneheaded things. Instead, drive slowly, don’t make sudden lane changes or slam on the brakes, and definitely don’t check your phone.
How to Spot Avalanche Danger: Crash Course With AIARE Forecaster
In Outdoor Research’s brief avalanche safety video, an avi forecaster provides a crash course in avalanche terrain and goes over the basic tools every backcountry traveler should have.
1-Minute High-Speed Raw Run With Candide Thovex
Could anyone other than Candide Thovex sell a video with a name that instantly invokes the image of yellow snow?
Vail Resorts Disavows Recruitment Email, Park City Ski Patrol Moves Toward Strike
On Jan. 7, a leaked email impacted stagnant wage talks between Vail Resorts and Park City ski patrollers. The ski patrol union voted decisively to strike.
Broken Hydrant Blasts Skiers Off Chairlift
On Jan. 7, a broken water hydrant at North Carolina’s Beech Mountain Ski Resort saturated skiers with high-velocity water. The state’s Department of Labor is now investigating the incident.
Winter Car Kit: Carry This Gear for Cold-Weather Driving
No matter the destination, every winter driver needs to be prepared if something goes wrong. These are the essentials for a winter emergency car kit.
‘BOURN’ Is a Love Letter to Freesking, Face Planting, and Family
Freeskier Micah Evangelista delivers captivating tricks, exceptional mountain settings, and a soulful homage to home in his autobiographical project ‘BOURN.’
MoonBike: World’s First All-Electric Snowbike Is Silent, Compact
MoonBikes unveiled its innovative electric snow bike at Las Vegas’ CES trade show this week.
Check Out National Geographic’s 100 ‘Ski Destinations of a Lifetime’
National Geographic’s new travel book, ‘100 Slopes of a Lifetime,’ aims to please with photography, travel tips, and reviews of some of the best places in the world to ski.
2022 Olympic Bound: Q&A With US Pro Snowboarder Julia Marino
Ever wondered what it takes to train for riding big park features? How about the difference between slopestyle and big air competitions? In this interview, U.S. snowboarder Julia Marino gives us an inside look at the sport.
British Columbia Coast Range Skiing: 48 Hours in 2 Minutes
Black Diamond athlete Tobin Seagel spent last winter exploring his stomping grounds and their many impeccable ski lines.
The Best Winter Mittens of 2022
When it’s too cold for gloves, a good pair of mittens is crucial to enjoying any winter activity. Check out our best winter mitt recommendations for 2022.
