Winter

Natural Selection Finals: What the Pros Are Riding in Jackson Hole

Travis Rice’s Natural Selection Tour kicked off its first stop of the year this week in Jackson Hole. Finals are today, and we couldn’t be…

Written by Drew Zieff January 28, 2022

SCARPA Unveils the Lightest GripWalk Hybrid Ski Boots on the Market

SCARPA hunts alpine performance, light weight, and walkability with its new 4-Quattro GripWalk hybrid ski boots — the category’s lightest.

Written by Sam Anderson January 27, 2022

Watch the First Ski Descent of the Iconic Squamish Chief’s North Gully

Watch Eric Carter and friends make the first descent of the steep, narrow North Gully of the Chief — ’90s video game style.

Written by Sam Anderson January 27, 2022

Snowboard NFTs: Natural Selection Tour Opens Digital Contest

Travis Rice’s elite snowboarding competition returns to the backcountry for 2022 — and it’s bringing some of the blockchain with it,

Written by Jilli Cluff January 26, 2022

Eco-Friendly mountainFLOW Releases 100% Recycled Aluminum Ski Poles

MountainFLOW already makes dozens of eco-friendly ski wax products, but these will be its first eco-friendly ski poles — 100% recycled. Get a sneak peek.

Written by Mary Murphy January 26, 2022

Renewable Algae Skis: WNDR Alpine Will Share Its Tech to Boost Other Brands’ Sustainability

One ski brand, which has pioneered a biobased, sustainable material in ski manufacturing, is now sharing its technology with other ski makers.

Written by Mary Murphy January 26, 2022

Fast and Steep: ‘Hoji’ Goes for Broke in the Esplanade Mountains

Watch Eric ‘Hoji’ Hjorleifson send two massive backcountry lines with a singularly fast, physical style in this quick clip.

Written by Sam Anderson January 26, 2022

Eddie Bauer Unveils First Ski Kit Made Specifically for Adaptive Skiers

Unique articulation, thoughtfully placed seams, and extra insulation where it’s needed most are just some of the innovations behind the Eddie Bauer BC Flyline Adaptive…

Written by Berne Broudy January 26, 2022

Win Guided Backcountry Tour, Gear, and Whiskey in This Awesome Giveaway

Somewear Labs partners with Protect Our Winters and more to put an epic prize package up for grabs. The prizes focus on helping winners have…

Written by Sam Anderson January 25, 2022

Watch: Natural Selection Tour Live Kicks Off Today in Jackson Hole

Get front row (virtual) seats to see the best athletes in snowboarding compete head to head in the backcountry at Natural Selection Tour.

Written by Mary Murphy January 25, 2022

Backcountry Snowboard Rafting: Watch Travis Rice and Friends Splash Pow in ‘Snake Milkers’

The strange title of this work by GoPro starts to make sense once you get used to the candor of the merry pranksters on board.

Written by Sam Anderson January 25, 2022

The Winter Mountain Games Return to Vail in February

Vail Resorts’ Winter Mountain Games returns in February after a long hiatus. Skimo, fat biking, and ice climbing are on tap.

Written by Sam Anderson January 24, 2022

The Best Budget Base Layers: REI Co-op Midweight Base Layer Review

As soon as colder weather hits, base layers are essential to have around. These REI midweight base layers are warm, stretchy, and a great price…

Written by Mary Murphy January 24, 2022

How to Watch the X Games: Winter 2022 Aspen Edition

Fear not, friends. Despite no in-person crowds, the X Games is still throwing down in Aspen, Colo. Read on to learn about the top athletes…

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2022

What You Need to Know About the 2022 Winter Olympic Games

We’re just 2 weeks away from the 2022 Winter Olympics, held in Beijing, China. Here’s everything you need to know to watch, follow, and enjoy.

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Stay Connected With Cardo’s Packtalk Ski Giveaway

This week, five lucky winners will receive a Packtalk Ski from Cardo.

Tecnica Breaks Ultralight Backcountry Boot Barrier

Tecnica unveils the Zero G Peak ultralight alpine boot. The sub-1,000g boot focuses on fit and performance, drawing on the brand’s roots.

Written by Sam Anderson January 20, 2022

‘#1 Boot Brand in Scandinavia’ Comes to the US: All You Need to Know About Polyver Sweden

Polyver says its winter boots are 40% lighter, twice as durable, and three times as insulative as competitors like Muck Boot.

Written by Sam Anderson January 20, 2022

Sharing Stories & Stoke: ‘Girl Crush’ Highlights 5 Female Rockstar Athletes

‘Girl Crush’ explores the roles that identity, community, and mentorship play in shaping women’s experience in the outdoor industry.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 20, 2022

One of Scotland’s Hardest Mixed Climbing Routes Gets Gritty First Repeat

Mixed climbing in Scotland doesn’t get much harder than Martin Moran’s ‘The Wailing Wall’ (IX 9). A vivid report followed the route’s first repeat.

Written by Sam Anderson January 19, 2022

Personal Ski Lift: Zoa Unveils Tow-Rope Concept You Can Bring Anywhere

The Zoa PL1 personal ski lift will go to production soon. Creators say the electric gadget can tow a skier 2,600 feet on a single…

Written by Sam Anderson January 19, 2022

Alps-Based Freeskier Rips Familiar Pow in ‘HOME’

French freeskier Oscar Mandin celebrates the stoke, peace, and mega terrain found right outside his door in ‘HOME.’

Written by Jilli Cluff January 19, 2022

Apply Now: Mammut Launches Learn to Ski or Snowboard Scholarship

Today, Mammut announced an all-inclusive, learn to ski or ride scholarship to help reduce the barrier of entry into snowsports and the greater outdoors.

Written by Mary Murphy January 18, 2022

Calling All Outbacks: Subaru ‘WinterFest’ Returns With Music, Gear Demos, and More

This year’s Subaru WinterFest will hit mountain resorts from Vermont to Oregon, bringing adventure mobiles, live music, gear demos, raffles, and doggos along for the…

Written by Jilli Cluff January 18, 2022

Born to Charge the Steeps: Romp’s 2022 Oso Ski Review

Romp Skis’ new Osos were designed to provide an edge over vertical slopes and the “rugged unknown” — but they’ll perform just about anywhere you…

Written by Will Brendza January 17, 2022

Record California Snow Could Bury Thru-Hikers’ PCT Bids

Record-breaking snow in the Sierra Nevada is good news for a drought-gripped state. But it might hurt Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers.

Written by Sam Anderson January 14, 2022

‘Learning to Drown’: The Remarkable Story of Pro Snowboarder Jess Kimura

Reeling from a whirlwind of loss, grief, heartache, and struggles with mental health, Jess Kimura stood back up, determined to heal.

Written by Mary Murphy January 14, 2022

Spyder Unveils US Ski Team Uniforms for 2022 Olympic Games

Spyder partnered with Dragon Alliance eyewear and artist Eric Haze to design the U.S. Aerial, Alpine, Freeski, and Mogul Ski Team kits.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 14, 2022

‘Children of Patrol’: The Next Generation of Jackson Hole Ski Patrollers

Some lucky skiers and riders grow up as kids of JHMR Ski Patrol, following their parents’ guidance and chasing their passions on snow.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 14, 2022

8 Natural Hot Springs to Warm Up in This Winter

Nothing’s better in the wintertime than a dip in a hot spring. While warm baths and backyard spas are nice, there’s something special about soaking…

Written by Rebecca Parsons January 13, 2022

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