Winter Archives

The North Face ‘Lift Collection’ Boasts Pro-Level Gear for Beginner Snowboarders

Snowboarders Erik Leon and Leanne Pelosi worked on The North Face’s Lift Collection for professional athletes and the wallets of first-time riders.

Written by Nate Mitka March 31, 2023

Get Yours Now: The 2023-2024 Ikon Pass Is Here

Spring is on the horizon, but don’t let that stop you from planning for your ski and snowboard adventures in the coming season. The Ikon…

Feels Like Flying: Wiley Miller Gets Philosophical on Piloting Planes and Skiing

Wiley Miller takes us up into the air in TGR’s latest edit, ‘Logbook,’ and reflects on the many interwoven similarities between two of the things…

Written by Will Brendza March 30, 2023

#TBT When the Western US Was Not Planet Hoth, and Sunny Skiing Bloomed

Ah, Throwback Thursday. The time to kick back, cue up some anachronistic media, and reminisce.

Written by Sam Anderson March 30, 2023

A Touring Boot Punching Way Above Its Weight Class: La Sportiva Skorpius CR II Review

The much-loved La Sportiva Skorpius goes lighter and stiffer in the CR II version to pilot all the touring skis in your backcountry quiver.

Written by Bergen Tjossem March 29, 2023

59 Colorado 14ers in a Single Winter: Chris Fisher Shares Secrets to His Latest FKT

Summiting Colorado’s famous 14ers is hard enough. Doing them all in the winter? That’s a whole different ballgame.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 28, 2023

Build Spring Stoke With This Reel From Ski Queen Tonje, ‘Female Skier of the Year’

Want to see what iF3’s Female Skier of the Year looks like in the wild? Look no further than this sweet, short edit.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 27, 2023

Fabulous, Fluffy Turns at Whistler Blackcomb ‘Pow Party’

If you like your days at the resort bustling and snow-buried, then YouTube channel Rise & Alpine has the clip for you.

Written by Sam Anderson March 27, 2023

The Gear Travis Rice and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott Rode to Natural Selection Victory

Get a behind-the-scenes exclusive with what gear the pros were riding this year at Natural Selection. And, don’t forget to catch these pros (and their…

Written by Drew Zieff March 27, 2023

Black Diamond Voluntarily Recalls Recon LT Avalanche Transceivers

The transceivers can malfunction and the fix is a required firmware update, Black Diamond said today in a voluntary recall announcement.

Written by Sam Anderson March 23, 2023

Sure-Footed, Lightweight, and Foldable: Black Diamond Neve Pro Crampon Review

Black Diamond went back to the drawing board with their lightest crampon, the Neve Pro — the result is even lighter and ultra-packable.

Written by Bergen Tjossem March 23, 2023

Poles You’ll Never Need to Adjust: Folkrm Wyeast Backcountry Ski Pole Review

The lightweight yet durable design of the Folkrm Wyeast ski poles coupled with the long pole grips allows for creative and efficient uphill travel.

Written by Anneka Williams March 23, 2023

2 Teens Die in Sledding Accident at Colorado Ski Resort

The incident at Colorado’s Copper Mountain left two Illinois spring breakers dead from blunt force trauma.

Written by Sam Anderson March 22, 2023

Never Lose Your Skis Again: Peak Ski Company to Include Built-In Tracking Technology

The PEAK Lôc8 is a new technology from Peak Ski Company and Pebblebee allowing users to access an app and track their lost skis just…

Written by Will Brendza March 21, 2023

The Best Fleece Jackets for Women in 2023

We review the best fleece jackets for women for 2022. Top picks include Patagonia, Mammut, REI, Voormi, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton & Kylie Mohr March 21, 2023

Van Life and Skiing in Japan When the Mercury Plummets

YouTuber Ryan Butterfield endured a record-breaking Japanese storm in his van. Then he and his buds went skiing. Enough said.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 20, 2023

3 Minutes of Mesmerizing Background Vibes, Courtesy of GoPro

It’s hard to beat the feeling of getting lost in a snowy landscape — with your boots in the snow. But if there’s a way,…

Written by Sam Anderson March 20, 2023

The Soul of Skiing is Alive in Idaho: A Guide to All 19 Idaho Ski Areas

‘The way skiing used to be’ is the way things still are in the Gem State. Looking to visit Idaho? Add one of these ski…

Written by Aaron Theisen March 17, 2023

Ski Tour the Dolomites With Bruno Pisani in ‘A Dream Came True’

YouTube adventurer Bruno Pisani found a silver lining to Europe’s paltry winter: The Dolomites were ready for ski touring a few months early.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 17, 2023

Underwater Snowboard-Making With Signal (Throwback Thursday)

Is it possible to bind together a snowboard using natural water pressure 100 feet deep in the ocean? Yes and no.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 16, 2023

Any Capacity You Want: The Arc’teryx Rush SK 32 Expands for Your Backcountry Ski Needs

This roll-top Arc’teryx Rush SK 32 backcountry ski backpack looks great, carries backcountry tools, and expands to 40 L for big days in the mountains.

Written by Bergen Tjossem March 16, 2023

Anna Soens Claims First Heli-Ski Descent by Adaptive Female Athlete

Adaptive athlete Anna Soens ventured to the Last Frontier to prove (yet again) that injuries don’t have to hold you back, becoming the first female…

Written by Will Brendza March 15, 2023

Matej Svancer Brings Skis to School, Gets A+ in Our Book

Must be nice to be a Red Bull-sponsored freeskier at the age of 18. Especially after the last day of school. Especially when your school’s…

Written by Sam Anderson March 14, 2023

Blade Up! Enter the International Snowblade Day Contest and Win $10,000 in Skis n’ Schwag

International Snowblade Day is back baby! With a photo contest and the venerated Pain McShlonkey Classic snowblade race. And this year there’s over $10,000 in…

Written by Will Brendza March 14, 2023