Winter

The Art of ‘Oneness’: Faction Film Follows One-Legged Skier to India’s Only Resort

Professional adaptive skier Vasu Sojitra ventures to India’s northern Kashmiri Province to the nation’s sole ski resort, Gulmarg, to shred Himalayan pow and reflect on…

Written by Will Brendza February 23, 2024

Fish-Shaped, Swallow-Tailed, and Multiple Personalities: Season Equipment Forma 177 Powder Ski Review

The Season Equipment Forma is unlike any other powder setup I’ve been on — they float like butterflies in fresh snow, and slash like all-mountain…

Written by Will Brendza February 20, 2024

You Won’t Find a Warmer Kids’ Snowsuit: Reima Stavanger Snowsuit Review

The Reima Stavanger snowsuit is the one my 6-year-old daughter needs for rugged durability and insane warmth on wintry adventures.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort February 16, 2024

Ski the Back Bowls of Vail: GearJunkie’s Guide to Shredding the Legendary Powder

The Back Bowls of Vail command a legendary status as some of the best in-bounds skiing in the world. Here’s a guide to navigating them,…

Written by Will Brendza February 16, 2024

Ski the Space Between Matter: Arc’teryx ‘Aether 5’ Film Blurs Reality and the Ethereal

Follow Arc’teryx athlete Spencer O’Brien on her journey of self-discovery and reflection on skiing in a place where “the light stands still” in ‘Aether 5.’

Written by Will Brendza February 15, 2024

FDA Approves Drug to Treat Severe Frostbite: What Is Aurlumyn?

Mountaineers, rejoice! For the first time ever, U.S. officials have approved an injection for healing frostbitten extremities, possibly reducing the need for amputations.

Written by Sam Anderson February 15, 2024

US Skier Kasha Rigby Dies in Kosovo Avalanche

The well-known skier had been traveling to resorts around the world to try off-piste slopes when she died in an avalanche Tuesday.

Written by Angela Benavides and Andrew McLemore February 15, 2024

Save Up to 60% During the Backcountry Semi-Annual Sale

This sale is prime time to find popular goods from top brands like Black Diamond, Outdoor Research, and Backcountry.

Field Report From Swedish Lapland: The Best Splitboarding I’d Never Heard Of

Last spring, I went splitboarding in Sweden’s Arctic Circle. Of all the worldwide ski destinations, here’s why Sweden deserves a visit.

Written by Drew Zieff February 14, 2024

REI Seasonal Sale: Save Up to 50% on Past-Season Clothing, Gear, and Footwear

Now is your chance to snag deals on discontinued gear and apparel styles from top brands.

Versatile Winter Jacket Takes a Beating and Keeps Performing: TREW Gear Cosmic PRIMO Jacket Review

TREW remade its classic Cosmic jacket with a new eco-friendly fabric called PRIMO that still offers unmatched weatherproofing, so you can feel good about feeling…

Written by Eric Phillips February 13, 2024

Watch the First Descent of Mount Niflheim: Third-Highest Summit in British Columbia’s Gold Range

Athletes Christina Lusti and Andrew McNab venture deep into British Columbia’s Monashee massif on a quest for adventure, solitude, and the thrill of a first…

Written by Will Brendza February 13, 2024

More Pow for Your Buck: New Mexico’s Oldest Ski Area Reopens With Tickets From $19

All of Sandia Peak Ski Area’s terrain is once again available to winter sports lovers, including 300 skiable acres spread across 35 trails.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 12, 2024

Waterproof Down Warmth, Fleece-Lined Comfort: Kids’ L.L.Bean Down Jacket Review

L.L.Bean’s Down Jacket is our daughter’s daily driver for its cozy warmth and lightweight design that doesn’t weigh her down.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort February 08, 2024

Cancer Survivor, Single Mom, Olympic Gold Medalist: Watch the Struggle in ‘KIKKAN’ Documentary

A new feature-length documentary follows the life of five-time cross-country skiing Olympian Kikkan Randall and her struggle with cancer following the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Written by Will Brendza February 08, 2024

How to Backcountry Camp in Winter: The Ultimate Gear Guide, Pro Tips, and Considerations

Packing, staying warm, setting up camp, cooking, and thriving in the backcountry in the depths of winter gets a lot easier when you know what…

Written by Bergen Tjossem February 06, 2024

A True Quiver Killer? Coalition Snow La Nieve Backcountry Ski Review

This capable queen of a ski will take you from resort to the skin track with ease.

Written by Claire Barber February 06, 2024

Crested Butte Unleashed: Navigating the Birthplace of Extreme Inbounds Skiing

Crested Butte is known for extreme skiing and pioneered lift-serve access to super-steep terrain.

Written by Morgan Tilton February 06, 2024

Arapahoe Basin Joins IKON: Alterra Mountain Company Buys ‘The Legend’

Alterra Mountain Company, which created the Ikon Pass, is the ‘best team to help us through out next phase,’ said Arapahoe Basin’s COO.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 05, 2024

Weston Extends Free Demo Fleet for All of February

Feeling the sticker shock of ski lift prices? We don’t blame you. Thankfully, Weston has a great deal to help you get on the slopes.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 05, 2024

Man Skis 378,024 Feet Uphill, Breaking Record Vert in a Month

Noah Dines skied more than 378,000 feet in January. The record is part of his attempt to ski 3 million feet of vert in 2024.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 02, 2024

Hoji Sends the Hardest Line He’s Skied … in Homemade Boots

The latest creation from mad scientist and pro skier Eric ‘Hoji’ Hjorleifson is called the Ridge Pro Boot — watch Hoji test his prototype on a…

Written by Will Brendza February 01, 2024

High-Output Activity Hardshell for Anything but Climbing: Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket Review

From high-aerobic activities like cross-country skiing, all-day endeavors such as backcountry touring, and everyday outdoor excursions with kids, the Arc’teryx Beta AR is the perfect…

Written by David Gladish January 31, 2024

Mind-Boggling Vertical Feet: Skimo Athlete Breaks Kilian’s Lung-Sucking World Record

Austrian native Jakob Herrmann just broke Kilian Jornet’s world record for vertical climbed by a skimo athlete in 24 hours at his home resort near…

Written by Will Brendza January 30, 2024

Ski Gondola Nightmare: Horror Film Becomes (Sort Of) Reality

A snowboarder spent 15 hours alone on a gondola last week after resort workers left her there overnight, according to local news reports.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 29, 2024

Flaws Fixed: Atomic Says Latest Shift Bindings Are Dialed

Listening to extensive consumer feedback, and working with its freeride team of athletes, Atomic addressed the common issues of its Shift bindings in the new…

Written by Will Brendza January 29, 2024

Sustainable Bibs That Will Fit Almost Anyone: TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bib Review

When the snow gets deep, the TREW Gear TREWth PRIMO Bibs excel. Matched with new 100% recycled fabric and extended sizing, there’s a whole lot…

Written by Eric Phillips January 26, 2024

Energy-Saving, Fast-Heating: Hedgehog Buddy i3 Boot and Glove Dryer Review

The Hedgehog Buddy i3 generates enough hot air in an hour to heat a small home, fights odors and kills bacteria, and dries boots, gloves,…

Written by Will Brendza January 26, 2024

How to Ski Without a Car in Colorado

A complimentary bus system is available in Gunnison Valley, the home of Crested Butte Mountain Resort, and other areas in Colorado — here’s how to…

Written by Morgan Tilton January 26, 2024

Unique, Functional, and Downright Cozy: WeeDo OhDeer Deer Snowsuit Review

With extra padding and durability added to high-use areas like the knees, elbows, and butt, the WeeDo OhDeer Snowsuit is as comfortable and durable as…

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort January 26, 2024

Top 10

Popular

Search

Subscribe Now