Winter

Helicopter Rescues Entire Expedition From World’s 7th-Highest Mountain

Helicopters scrambled to rescue 25 people from the Himalaya’s seventh-highest mountain.

Written by Sam Anderson November 22, 2021

High School Freshman Kai Jones Celebrates End of Year With ‘Yearbook’ Ski Edit

Kai Jones has skied some pretty insane terrain this year. But that shouldn’t be a surprise given he became a pro athlete at 11 years…

Written by Mary Murphy November 22, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Suit Up in Stio’s Environ Kit and Skillet Jacket Giveaway

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Watch 2 US Cyclists’ Journey Up Peru’s 18,000-Foot Peak in ‘Auzangate’

Led by two Cusco bike guides, two U.S. cyclists set off to conquer one of Peru’s highest peaks in Pearl Izumi’s “SHARED TERRITORY” series.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 17, 2021

USA Skimo Announces Qualifying Events for Ski Mountaineering Ahead of 2026 Olympics

A new winter sport is coming to the Olympics. And USA Skimo organizers have just announced its first qualifying events for U.S. athletes.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

16 Ski Resorts Opening This Week: Where to Ski in the West and East

The 2021-2022 winter season is just getting started. Here’s where to get your snow fix — with the latest resorts opening this week.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

DPS Ski Ambassador Shreds Pristine Slopes in ‘Fuel’ Trailer Ahead of SLC Premiere

‘Fuel’ is a powder-packed film featuring DPS athlete Madison Rose Ostergren. It premieres Nov. 16, 2021, at SLC’s Lone Pine Gear Exchange.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 16, 2021

Swiss Skier Sarah Hoefflin Stars in Clever ‘Street Skiing’ Short

What’s the best part about living in a small ski town in the Swiss Alps? You can ski to dinner. Sarah Hoefflin shows us how…

Written by Mary Murphy November 16, 2021

Ouray Ice Park Overcomes Rockfall, Community Discord to Open for the Season

This summer, extensive repairs and cleanup at the Ouray Ice Park generated friction between multiple stakeholders. Although collaboration between public and private interests often proved…

Written by Sam Anderson November 15, 2021

Freeski Phenom Candide Thovex Wows in ‘Some Laps in the Park’

Watch the inimitable freeskier Candide Thovex jump, corkscrew, and straightline moguls in this short but sick powder teaser.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 15, 2021

Alex Honnold & Cody Townsend Join Forces, Link Crater to Mt. Whitney on ‘Uncomfortable’ Route

From Badwater Basin to the top of Mt. Whitney, Townsend and Honnold gain nearly 14,800 ft of elevation by human power alone — if they…

Written by Jilli Cluff November 10, 2021

Kids Outgrow Their Ski Gear: Here’s What to Do With It

Your (or your kids’) past-season gear can keep a kid warm and dry during their first ski or snowboard lesson via SOS Outreach and the…

Written by Natasha Buffo November 09, 2021

Scan Your Face for Custom 3D-Printed Ski Goggles: Smith Launches ‘Imprint’ Tech

Smith claims custom 3D-printed ski goggles, featuring first-to-market tech, can increase comfort, remove pressure points, and reduce light leakage.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 09, 2021

‘Dear Rider’ Chronicles the Life of Snowboarding Great Jake Burton Carpenter

The Red Bull Media House documentary ‘Dear Rider,’ is an intimate portrait of snowboarding visionary Jake Burton Carpenter.

Written by Mary Murphy November 09, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS Helmet and Boondock RIG Goggles Giveaway

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Skeletal Remains in Rocky Mountain National Park May Solve 38-Year-Old Mystery

Officials believe skeletal remains found on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park belong to a West German ski mountaineer who disappeared in the…

Written by Sam Anderson November 05, 2021

Watch ‘The Ultimate Run,’ the Best Ski Vid Yet of 2021

Freeskier Markus Eder shreds seamlessly between sheer faces, titanic glacial blocks, and powdery front country, plus the snow-covered terrain of a mining museum in ‘The…

Written by Andrew Marshall November 04, 2021

See the First Adaptive Ski Descent of Alaska’s Denali in ‘Winter Starts Now’

On tour now, ‘Winter Starts Now’ includes the story of adaptive mountain skiers as they make the first adaptive ski descent of Denali.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 03, 2021

Watch: Speedy Sends, Scary Slides in ‘Wind Slab,’ Featuring Austen Sweetin

In ‘Wind Slab,’ Austen Sweetin rampages in deep backcountry powder at home in Washington. Hot take: Watch ’til the end. Seriously.

Written by Sam Anderson November 03, 2021

These Boots Were Made for Folding: Get to Know the XTRATUF 15-Inch Duck Camo Legacy

XTRATUF 15-inch Duck Camo Legacy is the latest fun model of the brand’s waterproof boots. Wear them in water and muck, or fold them down…

Ski Season Opens at Austria’s Resterhöhe — On Last Winter’s Snow

Despite the absence of snow, Oct. 30 was opening day at Pass Thurn on the Resterhöhe. Staff “recycled” snow with insulating foil.

Written by Sam Anderson November 02, 2021

Wagner Custom Is Turning Avalanche Debris Into Skis

Learn how one ski manufacturer is turning avalanche debris into something beautiful — custom skis.

Written by Mary Murphy November 01, 2021

Mammut to Launch Avalanche Safety Week Series This November

Starting Nov. 1, Mammut will offer Avalanche Safety Week, a 5-day online series. Alpine and wilderness safety experts will cover essential survival topics, share safety…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 28, 2021

3 Feet of Overnight Snowfall Prompts Tahoe Ski Resort to Open 1 Month Early

On Friday, Oct. 29, Palisades Tahoe will open its world-class slopes to the pow crowds after receiving more than 3 feet of snow this week.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 28, 2021

60% Off Snow Pants and More Winter Apparel Bargains

Great outdoor gear at a fantastic price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains and save on gear for your next adventure.

Written by Ilana Newman October 22, 2021

Atomic Redster CTD Review: First Helmet That Records Impacts, Tells You When to Replace

Atomic’s Redster WC CTD continually evaluates its ability to protect your melon over time, and it lets someone know if you take a hard fall.

Written by Berne Broudy October 22, 2021

Backcountry Launches ‘Ski & Ride Guide’ With a Chance to Win a Dream Pow Getaway

The Backcountry Ski & Ride Guide is your shortcut to the brand’s top picks for snow season gear and apparel. And while you’re here, enter…

Sweet Protection Piles on the Pow With Young-Gun Skiers in ‘Mixtape’

Two up-and-coming big-mountain freeride skiers are making a name for themselves in Sweet Pro’s latest short film.

Written by Mary Murphy October 21, 2021

Salomon Athletes Go on ‘The Freeski Quest for the Perfect Turn’

Curious as to what it takes to make a perfect turn? These Salomon freeskiers know how — and they’ll show you.

Written by Mary Murphy October 20, 2021

TGR Explores Small Towns and Indy Ski Resorts ‘In Pursuit of Soul’

Usually known for big, bold, and exotic ski films, Teton Gravity Research plans to highlight small-town mountains in its upcoming 2021 film project.

Written by Mary Murphy October 19, 2021

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