Winter

Lightweight Frontside Overachiever: Renoun Endurance 98 All-Mountain Skis Review

The Renoun Endurance 98 All-Mountain Skis is a lightweight design that punches above its weight thanks to innovative materials.

Written by Justin Park October 19, 2024

Frontside Trench Digger: Blizzard Anomaly 102 Skis Review

The Blizzard Anomaly 102 is a frontside weapon with a ton of horsepower for leaving your literal mark on the trail.

Written by Justin Park October 18, 2024

Powder-Hungry Daily Driver: Nordica Unleashed 114 Skis Review

The Nordica Unleashed 114 Skis chew up any kind of soft snow and aren’t a bad tool for the frontside.

Written by Justin Park October 18, 2024

Olympic Qualification on the Line: FIS Sends It Into Park & Pipe Big Air Season

With the 2026 Olympic Games looming on the horizon, athletes competing in the 2024/25 FIS Park & Pipe Big Air Competition have a lot on…

Written by Will Brendza October 18, 2024

The Best Ski Poles of 2024-2025

We tested the best ski poles with options for every style and budget. Top picks include Leki, Line, Black Crows, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Kaylee Walden October 18, 2024

The Best Ski Helmets of 2024-2025

Our experts tested and found the best ski helmets including Smith, Pret, Giro and more. Whether you’re carving at the resort or in the backcountry,…

Written by Morgan Tilton and Mattie Schuler October 18, 2024

The Best Down Booties of 2024-2025

We tested the best down booties for outdoor and indoor use including The North Face, L.L. Bean, Teva and more.

Written by Meghan LaHatte and Morgan Tilton October 16, 2024

Saving ‘Souls of Communities’: TGR Highlights Power of Indy Pass in New Documentary

A new documentary from TGR called ‘Mountains Not For Profit’ explores the struggle of small ski mountains and how the Indy Pass model is saving…

Written by Will Brendza October 15, 2024

Algae-Core Skis Are Full of Surprises: WNDR Nocturne 88 Review

WNDR wants Free-Mo to be a thing. The WNDR Nocturne 88 is a narrow, lively backcountry ski designed for long days and big mountains.

Written by Bergen Tjossem October 15, 2024

The Best Ski Boots of 2024-2025

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

Written by Drew Kelly and Justin Park October 15, 2024

Watch the Best Ski Lines From ‘Calm Beneath Castles’ Matchstick’s Latest Ski Movie

Get stoked for ski season with Matchstick Production’s latest ski movie ‘Calm Beneath Castles.’ Check out this reel of some of the films’ raddest lines.

Written by Will Brendza October 14, 2024

Ruffwear Winter Gear: Keep Your Dog Ready for Any Adventure This Season

Ruffwear has spent 3 decades innovating outdoor gear for dogs, and its latest cold-weather lineup carries that legacy forward.

Tech-Heavy Ski Boot for Mortals: Fischer RC4 PRO MV BOA Review

The Fischer RC4 PRO MV BOA are high-performance race-grade ski boots with lots of tech and all-day comfort.

Written by Justin Park October 09, 2024

New Hampshire’s Oldest Resort Becomes ‘Guinea Pig’ in Indy Pass Co-Op Experiment

Indy Pass bought Black Mountain in hopes of turning it into a co-op. If successful, it could be a model for saving mom-and-pop resorts across…

Written by Andrew McLemore October 08, 2024

Stomping Bolts at Jackson Hole: Boarders Blow WY Cold Smoke in New TGR Edit

Get stoked for winter watching Cam FitzPatrick, Cooper Branham, and Yuki Kadono with TGR rip Jackson Hole to pieces.

Written by Will Brendza October 04, 2024

Design Skis, Repair Gear, Eat Healthy at DYNAFIT’s Immersive ‘Factory’

The new headquarters for DYNAFIT is located near the southern gateway to the Alps, and the brand hopes it will become a community gathering place…

Written by Will Brendza October 03, 2024

A True Backcountry and Resort Ski Jacket: Strafe Nomad 3L Jacket Review

The Strafe Nomad 3L Ski Jacket is a lightweight freeride shell that breathes without giving up protection.

Written by Justin Park October 02, 2024

Lightweight Backcountry-First Shell: Black Diamond Recon LT Jacket Review

The Black Diamond Recon LT Ski Jacket is a light, minimalist, packable outer layer for year-round touring and spring skiing.

Written by Justin Park October 01, 2024

Cheekbone Protection, Crisp Optics: POC Nexal Clarity Ski Goggles Review

The POC Nexal Clarity Ski Goggles are a distinctive race-inspired ski and snowboard goggle that superbly fits a variety of ski and climbing helmets and…

Written by Bergen Tjossem September 30, 2024

The Best Hardshell Jackets of 2024

After months of testing in the harshest of conditions, these are the best hardshell jackets to brave the alpine with in 2024.

Written by Nick Belcaster September 30, 2024

Ditch Your Old Bibs With Flylow Buyback Program

To help kick off the new platform, Flylow is also selling used kits from elite skiers, including Daron Rahlves and Flylow founder Dan Abrams.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 19, 2024

Plan Ahead, Score $19 Lift Tickets at Utah’s Brian Head Resort

Dynamic pricing has become increasingly common among ski resorts. It’s great if you buy early — less so if you don’t.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 11, 2024

Workhorse Softshell Ski Pants: Outdoor Research Cirque III Review

Outdoor Research refined the fit and increased the versatility of the acclaimed Men’s Cirque III pants for skiers and alpine climbers.

Written by Bergen Tjossem September 02, 2024

EMTs and WFRs Welcome: National Ski Patrol Expands Certifications to Include First Responders

Until now, ski patrollers who didn’t take an Outdoor Emergency Care course couldn’t become members of the National Ski Patrol. Now, the organization is changing…

Written by Will Brendza August 30, 2024

Quiver of One for Soft Snow: Elan Ripstick 102 Black Edition Review

The 2024/25 Elan Ripstick Black Edition proved to be a playful, forgiving all-mountain ski for off-piste exploration.

Written by Justin Park August 28, 2024

2 Sides of the Lake, 1 Ski Pass: Sierra-at-Tahoe Joins Ikon

With the addition of Sierra-at-Tahoe to its ski destinations, the Ikon Pass now offers holders access to resorts on both sides of Lake Tahoe and…

Written by Will Brendza August 27, 2024

Out of Nowhere: How a Trail Runner Set a Ski FKT on Europe’s Most Dangerous Peak

Despite only skiing for a handful of seasons, Anna DeMonte set her sights on the women’s supported ski FKT on Mont Blanc — we caught…

Written by Will Brendza August 23, 2024

Where’s the Fanfare? Sunny Stroeer Becomes First Woman to Ski 1,000-Mile Iditarod Race

The Iditarod Trail Invitational (ITI) is an ultra-niche, ultra-endurance race across Alaska. It’s complicated, and that may be why we aren’t talking about Sunny’s accomplishment,…

Written by Sam Schild August 15, 2024