Winter Archives

Blur ‘Is Like Improv Jazz’: Spontaneous Snowboarding Composed on the Spot

The 2022 Quiksilver film ‘Blur’ is like improv jazz, says creator Austen Sweetin. ‘It’s spontaneous snowboarding that was composed on the spot.’

Written by Will Brendza November 16, 2022

7 Ski Areas You’ve Never Heard of and Why You Should Visit

Cheap beer, affordable lift tickets, and filled with people who love skiing to the core, these seven ski areas are what skiing and snowboarding should…

Written by Alex Silgalis November 16, 2022

‘Chillest Humans’: Meet America’s Toughest Race Director

The 20-year veteran of adventure racing has been known throughout his career to see through the storm. In the role of race director, he brought…

3 Fearless Skiers Put ‘Mind Over Mountain’ on the Bugaboos to Rogers Traverse

A team of three incredibly tough female skiers shows us what it takes to travel 85 miles and 30,000 vertical feet in this epic 8-day…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 16, 2022

On a Conservation Mission, Kit DesLauriers Skis Beyond the Summit

Kit DesLauriers ventures across the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in her film ‘Beyond the Summit’ on a mission to document the diminishing snowpack.

Written by Will Brendza November 16, 2022

Winter Ultras: The ‘Chillest Humans’ Train and Race in the Coldest Weather

Winter ultrarunning combines the challenges of endurance racing with the season’s weather and extreme cold. To win, or even finish, takes perseverance and a little…

Zeb Powell’s Action-Packed Vid Will Make You Race for the Park

‘Nobody does it quite like Zeb Powell,’ Red Bull accurately points out in the description for its new vid about the sports star.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 15, 2022

Live Premiere: Freeskier Sammy Carlson Rips in Alaska in Quiksilver’s ‘YUP’

The story arc: World-class riders land in Alaska for what’s supposed to be an epic trip. Then, Mother Nature wipes out their lines. What will they…

Written by Sam Anderson November 15, 2022

For the Love of Winter: In ‘Sunbirds,’ Arc’teryx Celebrates Our Human Passion for Snow

The new film ‘Sunbirds,’ from Arc’teryx, is a stunning visual love letter to winter and an ode to its importance in the natural world.

Written by Will Brendza November 14, 2022

Black Diamond Presents: John Jackson’s Freeride Snowboarding

John Jackson: freeride genius or full-on yeti? You be the judge. In this quick stoke edit, Jackson cleans up nicely in a Black Diamond kit.

Written by Sam Anderson November 14, 2022

Jackson Hole’s ‘Thunder’ Chairlift Aims to Get You There in Half the Time

Spend half as much time on the ski lift and more time on the slopes.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 14, 2022

Adaptive Athletes Shred Gnar Skiing in ‘Soul Sessions and Epic Impressions’

This 1993 classic segment from ‘Soul Sessions and Epic Impressions’ transports us back to the early years of adaptive skiing.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 11, 2022

onX Offroad Gets Snowmobile-Focused Updates: Access SNOTEL Data, Updated Snow Mode

With onX Offroad’s timely 2022 update, snowmobile lovers have a new option for staying safe while exploring the backcountry.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 11, 2022

Eldora Celebrates 60 Years, Opens One Week Early Today

Today, the backyard ski playground for Boulder- and Denverites celebrated its birthday with an early present to all comers.

Written by Sam Anderson November 11, 2022

American Avalanche, Backcountry Access Partner on Professional Development Scholarship for Women

Women’s-specific scholarships for avalanche work training are now available. Submit your application before December 6 for a chance to receive a $1,500 scholarship for the…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 11, 2022

Cold-Weather Motorcycle Gear: 10 Products to Keep You Riding This Winter

Are you locking up your bike for the winter? This cold-weather motorcycle gear can help extend the riding season.

Written by Mathew Sturtevant November 11, 2022

Skydiving, Paragliding, and Skiing: Watch Frédéric Fugen Do It All at Once

Didn’t think skiing could get any cooler? Then just wait until you see Frédéric Fugen combine three extreme sports into one.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 11, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Winter Layering Set From Ibex

This week, four lucky winners will each receive a set of winter layering essentials from Ibex, including hoodies, base layers, and neck gaiters.

Montreal Street Stunts: Get Ideas for Early-Season Skiing Around Town

Why empty your wallet to ski at a resort when you can make a snow-covered city your playground? That’s what Mat Dufresne does in this…

Written by Andrew McLemore November 11, 2022

Paraglide Skiing Across the Swiss Alps: ‘A Sam Anthamatten Story’

Spotlight on Sam Anthamatten as he makes an attempt to paraglide from Zermatt to Obergabelhorn’s north face.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 11, 2022

Watch Scottish Freestyle Skier Land Her First Double Cork 1440

Kristy Muir is on the come-up in women’s professional freestyle skiing. Watch her land her first-ever double cork 1440.

Written by Will Brendza November 10, 2022

‘Buried: The 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche’ Film Just Got 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

This film about a historic avalanche that buried Alpine Meadows Resort is making waves as one of the best outdoor documentaries of the year.

Written by Will Brendza November 10, 2022

Murder Trial Verdict: Jury Finds Famous Skier Dean Cummings Not Guilty

The verdict came after compelling testimony from Cummings and doubts about the prosecution’s handling of the investigation.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 10, 2022

‘Follow The Line!’ Watch Pro Snowboarder Teach Technique in Early Season

What happens when some stoked snowboarders hit Keystone, Colo., for early-season turns? A surprisingly helpful lesson in self-improvement.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 09, 2022

‘Land of the Cold Sun’: Two Athletes Forge Mountaineering Routes in Morocco

Watch two Rab athletes scale a mountain in Morocco, where there is almost no mountaineering community, and no rescue services for those who venture into…

Written by Will Brendza November 09, 2022