Winter

11 Reasons to Go Heli-Skiing or Boarding in Bella Coola, British Columbia

Heli-skiing in British Columbia isn’t exactly a hard sell. Anyone who’s watched a shred movie knows the roar of rotor blades usually heralds face shots,…

Written by Drew Zieff February 16, 2023

Watch This Skier Go for the Dunk on Whistler’s ‘Air Jordan’

Sometimes, you’ve gotta drive the lane and throw it down with both hands. Here’s the ski equivalent of an emphatic jam.

Written by Sam Anderson February 16, 2023

Tigard Alpine Hybrid Ski Boot Review: Dynafit Rides the Chairlift

Renowned for uphill performance and ski touring, Dynafit looks to its alpine roots with the Tigard.

Written by Sean McCoy February 15, 2023

Hurt Skier Roars Back, Adds a Sport in ‘Pedal 2 Pow’

For anyone looking to return to the sports they love after a big injury, here’s a blueprint in brief.

Written by Sam Anderson February 15, 2023

The XTRATUF 6-Inch Ankle Deck Boot That Survived Our Alaska Winter Boot Test

Most people don’t think much about the outsole of their winter boots until they slip on ice. And sure, you can add on traction devices,…

Written by Patrice La Vigne February 15, 2023

Meet Your King and Queen: 2023 Corbet’s Couloir Freeride Winners Announced!

Meet the winners and bask in the glory of the 2023 Kings and Queens of Corbet’s competition.

Written by Will Brendza February 15, 2023

Atomic Announces the Biggest Environmental Changes of Ski Brand Titans

The largest ski company in the world just committed to redesigning its global product line in a quest for carbon neutrality.

Written by Berne Broudy February 14, 2023

Ikon Settlement: Pass Holders to Receive Credits Following COVID Lawsuit

Passholders will get credits toward a new Ikon Pass in a settlement negotiated in the District Court of Colorado.

Written by Sam Anderson February 14, 2023

Watch Kopala and Schirmer Go Hard in the Fingers Couloir

“Avalanche!” That’s the first word of dialogue in this clip, and it’s the first thing that happens in it.

Written by Sam Anderson February 14, 2023

Want to See the World’s Best Riders Go Head to Head?

Peep the trailer for this year’s Red Bull Natural Selection Tour. Stage One: DUELS drops on Feb. 19 on Red Bull TV.

Written by Sam Anderson February 13, 2023

Ice Fishing Tournament Canceled After Thin Ice Deaths

Local law enforcement asked organizers to cancel the event shortly after two brothers died on Saturday morning.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 13, 2023

Austen Sweetin Shred-Tests Lib’s New Snowboard in Mt. Baker Pow

Austin Sweetin worked with Lib Tech to build his dream powder board. Then he went to Mt. Baker and absolutely ripped on it.

Written by Andrew Marshall February 13, 2023

‘Backcountry Diaries’: A Day in the Life of Tobin Seagel

Experience blissful big-mountain backcountry turns and cozy cabin coffee through the eyes of British Columbia’s native son, Tobin Seagel.

Written by Andrew Marshall February 13, 2023

12-Year-Old Walker ‘Shredz’ Woodring Shows Us How It’s Done

I’m not sure anyone stomps a trick quite like the preteen they call ‘Shredz.’ Sit back in your rocker and get ready to think, ‘kids…

Written by Sam Anderson February 10, 2023

Skiing a ‘Way Gnarly’ Couloir That Ends at Frozen Waterfall

What’s the most dangerous part of skiing down this massive coulouir? Making sure you exit before the deadly cliff at the bottom.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 10, 2023

Ski Touring Duffy Lakes, a Paradise Just Outside Vancouver

The boys from Rise and Alpine take us on a tour of hidden powder and rugged scenery not far from a major metropolis.

Written by Andrew Marshall February 10, 2023

Where Ski Mountaineering Meets Trad Climbing: Epic Routes in Rio Negro, Argentina

Athlete Colter Hinchliffe combines skimo, trad, and freeriding in this sweet little edit from Backcountry.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 09, 2023

Rossignol Rallybird 92 Ski Review: A Not-So-Agro, Softer Ski That Still Rips

Rossignol’s Rallybird 92 is a buttery smooth and soft ski ideal for intermediate skiers that want to explore all of the mountain.

Written by Mary Murphy February 09, 2023

Catch This Year’s Final ‘The FIFTY’ Episode on Super-Remote Mt. Columbia

Another season of Cody Townsend’s epic quest has concluded. Watch him sign off with 50-plus miles, a whiteout, and a big ‘oof.’

Written by Sam Anderson February 09, 2023

Bask in Clean, Beautiful Colorado Powder in ‘REFLECT’

Catch up with Shredbots in its latest rock ‘n’ roll edit of snowboarders and snowmobilers catching sweet Colorado mountain air.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 09, 2023

‘Skiing the Burn’ Offers a Rare Positive Take on a Grim Topic

It seems safe to say outdoor athletes don’t love the idea of wildfires at this point in human history. But this crew managed to reclaim…

Written by Sam Anderson February 08, 2023

Conditions Update: Skiing ‘Crusty Pillows’ at Whistler Blackcomb

Sick and tired of digesting clip after clip of glory skiing on hero snow in perfect conditions? Well, here’s your cure.

Written by Sam Anderson February 08, 2023

Skiers Sail to Arctic Circle for Epic Adventure in ‘Bifrost’

Even with dangerous and jaw-dropping ski descents down Norwegian mountains, it’s the landscape that proves most memorable here.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 08, 2023

Atomic Hops on the BOA Train With Updated Hawx Ultra XTD Boots

Atomic is just the latest in a string of brands to announce the addition of a BOA system to one of its downhill boots.

Written by Andrew Marshall February 08, 2023

Ruffwear Overcoat Fuse Review: Clever Jacket-Harness Combo for Dogs

Some dogs are just meant to be outside. My dog, for example, loves the snow — to chase it, eat it, sniff it, play in…

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2023

onX Backcountry Opens Registration for ‘Masterclass’ With Cody Townsend (and It’s Free)

The popular digital mapping company offers a free class and Q&A with one of the best skiers in the business.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 07, 2023

2023 Kings and Queens of Corbet’s Is Happening Right Now — Without a Livestream

The famous cliff jumping, trick stomping, couloir shredding Kings and Queens of Corbet’s competition is going down! Check GearJunkie for results and highlights.

Written by Will Brendza February 07, 2023

4 Freeriders Chase Powder in Italy’s Snowy Dolomites

If you want to hunt down the best powder, you’ve got to take some chances. Watch this crew roll the dice in a quick, documentary-style…

Written by Sam Anderson February 07, 2023

Salomon Vitane Plus Prolink Boot Review: Built for Women Ready to Brave Nordic Elements

Salomon Vitane Plus Pro-link boots provide solid ankle support, and layers of foam, fleece, and featherless insulation go the distance and deliver comfort for the…

Written by Emma Mure February 07, 2023

Splitboarder Goes Steep and Steeper in ‘The White Giant’

Over 3,500 vertical feet of rock, ice, snow, and no fall zones; does that sound like a doable line? For Krister Kopala, it’s all in…

Written by Sam Anderson February 06, 2023

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