Winter

The Best Winter Jackets of 2026

We tested the best winter jackets for every climate and budget — from Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Fjallraven, The North Face, REI, and more.

Written by Nick Bruckbauer, Matt Bento and Matt Jancer December 31, 2025

California Ski Patroller Dies After Avalanche at Resort

The Mammoth Mountain ski resort confirmed Sunday that one of its patrollers died from injuries sustained in an avalanche.

Written by Will Brendza December 29, 2025

Own a Piece of Ski History — Or the Whole Thing: ‘Vintage Ski World’ Up for Sale

Vintage Ski World is part history museum, part retail store where you can buy artifacts right off the shelf. And it’s all for sale.

Written by Will Brendza December 29, 2025

On Strike: Iconic Ski Resort Closes Indefinitely Amid Labor Dispute

The Telluride Ski Resort and its ski patrol remain in a months-long standoff over wages.

Written by Mary Andino December 26, 2025

Where Touring Ease Meets Real Power: Atomic Backland XTD Carbon Ski Boot Review

Smooth on the skin track and composed on the descent, the Atomic Backland XTD Carbon delivers versatile touring performance with real comfort and power.

Written by Chris Kassar December 23, 2025

Olympics Bound: Lindsey Vonn Qualifies for 2026 Milan-Cortina Games

After coming out of retirement last season at the age of 40, skiing superstar Lindsey Vonn will return to the Olympics for the fifth (and…

Written by Mary Andino December 23, 2025

Expert Skis for Poor Conditions: Volkl Revolt 101 Review

The Volkl Revolt 101 all-mountain skis are narrow freeride skis built for hard charging in suboptimal snow conditions.

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 22, 2025

Move Faster, Transition Quicker, Adventure Longer: Dynafit TLT X Review

The Dynafit TLT X offers exceptional uphill efficiency and comfort in a lightweight package built for long days.

Written by Ryan Kempfer December 19, 2025

There Is Only One Women-Owned Heli-Ski Outfit in America — And They’re Family

This family operation started in the wake of a flood. Now it’s North America’s only women-owned and -operated heli ski operation — and one of its…

Written by Will Brendza December 18, 2025

Best Snowboard Boots for Men of 2026

In this article, snowboard expert Eric Phillips breaks down everything you need to know about snowboard boots for men.

Written by Eric Phillips December 18, 2025

Fan-Favorite Backcountry Kit Goes Soft: Lofoten Flex1 Jacket and Pants Review

The brand’s new head-to-toe softshell ski kit, the Lofoten Flex1, boosts breathability and mobility for backcountry and sidecounty skiing adventures.

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 17, 2025

The Best Ski Pants for Men

GearJunkie put a lineup of the newest ski pants through the wringer. Here are our top picks for men’s ski pants.

Written by Sean McCoy and Will Brendza December 17, 2025

Best Snowboard Jackets for Men of 2025-2026

Whether you’re into bold colors, classic cuts, or oversized freeride-inspired fits, there’s a men’s snowboard jacket that suits your vibe.

Written by Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

Best Snowboard Pants for Men of 2025-2026

For the resort and backcountry, we field-tested the best snowboard pants for men including The North Face, Dakine, Salomon and more.

Written by Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

The Best Ski Bibs of 2025-2026

Two of our top bib-wearers tested ski bibs for this roundup of favorites for men and women.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Justin Park December 17, 2025

Classic Touring Boots Get Huge Updates: Scarpa Maestrale & Maestrale RS Review

Scarpa’s Maestrale and Maestrale RS deliver modern comfort, warmth, and dependable downhill performance in a proven boot line trusted by backcountry skiers for more than…

Written by Ryan Kempfer December 17, 2025

Bernhard Braun Releases the Most Risqué Freeride Ski Film We’ve Seen in a While

Sometimes a ski movie doesn’t need all the Hollywood storytelling, education, and personal reflections — sometimes a ski movie just needs to be about skiing.

Written by Will Brendza December 17, 2025

The Best All-Mountain Snowboards of 2025-2026

Our experts tested the best all-mountain snowboards. Top picks include GNU, Burton, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

The Best Ski Boots of 2025-2026

Our experts tested the best ski boots including downhill, hybrid, and backcountry pairs from Tecnica, Salomon, Nordica, and more.

Written by Justin Park December 17, 2025

The Best Ski Jackets of 2025-2026

Whether you’re skiing in sunny or stormy conditions, we tested and found the best ski jackets including Patagonia, Arc’teryx, and more.

Written by Justin Park and Morgan Tilton December 17, 2025

‘ShredLORD’ Snowboard Suspension Device Crushes Kickstarter Goal

It took 3 years and six prototypes to develop ShredLORD, the world’s first snowboard suspension system. Now it’s ready to hit the market and the…

Written by Will Brendza December 16, 2025

A Dialed Pack for Big Backcountry Adventures: Raide Research LF 30L Review

Raide Research’s innovative ski mountaineering daypack doesn’t skimp on details or technical chops. For serious adventures in the backcountry, this pack has your back.

Written by Steve Graepel December 12, 2025

The Comeback Is On: Vonn Surges to Victory for First Time in 7 Years

Not ready to call it quits just yet: The 41-year-old skier just became the oldest alpine World Cup winner in history.

Written by Andrew McLemore and Adam Ruggiero December 12, 2025

High-End Performance at a Mid-Tier Price: REI Co-op First Chair GTX Jacket Review

This house-brand ski jacket from REI delivers GORE-TEX protection for less.

Written by Justin Park December 11, 2025

Vail Resorts Discounts Lift Tickets Up to 30% If You ‘Plan a Month Ahead’

Tired of exorbitant prices on ski lift tickets? Vail will give you a hefty discount — as long as you plan at least 1 month…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 09, 2025

Articulated Armor for Storm Days and Backcountry Missions: Stio Objective LP Insulated Ski Gloves Review

The Stio Objective LP Insulated Ski Glove is waterproof and windproof with articulated construction and a comfortable, slightly roomy fit.

Written by Morgan Tilton December 08, 2025

Premium Carbon Skis for Backcountry Strike Missions: Volkl ’25/26 V-Werks Rise 99 Review

Don’t let the stealth bomber appearance fool you — the V-Werks Rise 99 skis are a lot more approachable than they look for backcountry skiing.

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 05, 2025

Skiers and Snowboarders in Italy Are Now Required by Law to Wear Helmets

A law in Italy requiring ski helmets has been expanded to include skiers and riders of all ages, no matter their nationality.

Written by Juan Hernandez December 04, 2025

Watch ‘Inaccessible’ Trailer: Skier, Hunter Griffin Post Explores How Unreachable Public Land Affects Everyone

In his new film ‘Inaccessible,’ pro skier Griffin Post takes us on a journey with onX Maps to explore how inaccessible public land affects everyone…

Written by Will Brendza December 04, 2025

Crashing Klaus Obermeyer’s 106th Birthday: Meeting the Man Behind the Legendary Brand

Klaus Obermeyer turned 106 on Dec. 2, and despite his advanced age, he’s still giving back to the sport and industry he helped pioneer.

Written by Will Brendza December 03, 2025

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