Winter

West Yellowstone Snowmobiling in the White Room — Beginner’s Style

Snowmobiling is a popular winter pastime across the snowy parts of the U.S. and beyond. And as intimidating as it might be, it’s a killer…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri February 27, 2020

Snowfall Ends Sherpa Climbers’ Winter Everest Attempt

Recent heavy snowfall on Everest forced a team of Sherpa climbers to abandon their winter summit expedition. Nobody has reached the summit in winter since…

Written by Mary Murphy February 27, 2020

An Olympic Medalist Knitted Her Own Hats, and a Brand Was Born

The Kari Traa brand started with a single knit hat and has grown to support a community of female athletes across the world.

Written by Mary Murphy February 27, 2020

Breckenridge Resort Tops 300-Inch Snow Benchmark

Breckenridge Ski Resort has become the first in the state to get over 300 inches of snowfall this season.

Written by Mary Murphy February 26, 2020

Powder Patrollers: How Alta Ski Area Tames Its Hazardous Mountain

Since 1938, the skiing at Alta Ski area in Utah has been going strong. This film dives into the patrollers that have helped make that…

Written by Mary Murphy February 25, 2020

Avalanche Video Has Much to Teach

Two snowmobiles rip up a snowy mountain. And what happens next is quite predictable, as a large slab avalanche breaks free.

Written by Sean McCoy February 24, 2020

Sketchy Send: Cody Townsend Skis ‘Cold Fusion’ Avi Line

In this episode of ‘The FIFTY Ski Project,’ Cody Townsend skis a classic line on Utah’s Mt. Timpanogos.

Written by Mary Murphy February 20, 2020

Spring Break Skiers: Here’s Where You Can Find the Best Snow

This month, several resorts across North America — and abroad — recorded their snowiest months ever.

Written by Mary Murphy February 19, 2020

How to Camp in Winter: Polar Explorer Eric Larsen’s Tips to Stay Warm

Take it from someone who’s made a living traversing both poles by bike, ski, boot, and dogsled: Being cold sucks. Here’s how extreme explorer Eric…

Written by Will Brendza February 18, 2020

Coronavirus Spreads to French Ski Chalet

Coronavirus recently struck a group of people from several countries across Europe at a ski chalet in France.

Written by Mary Murphy February 17, 2020

Columbia Launches Its First Backcountry Ski Touring Kit

Columbia’s new skiwear collection includes something new to the brand — a technical backcountry bib and shell, launching this fall.

Written by Mary Murphy February 17, 2020

Today’s Bargains: 3 Steals to Keep You Cozy

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Decathlon, Give’r, and Smartwool to save on gear…

Written by Mary Murphy February 14, 2020

Do Women Need Women’s Skis?

Marketing says yes, hard-charging female skiers say no, but everyone agrees a softer, more playful ski has a place on the shop wall. And it’s…

Written by Berne Broudy February 13, 2020

Want to Leave Your Comfort Zone? Tackle a Biathlon

Winter and summer sports might not seem like they go together, but they do. It’s a unique — and grueling — combo sport called biathlon.

Written by Mary Murphy February 13, 2020

Vail COO Issues Statement on Massive Lift Line

Vail went viral this weekend, and not for its epic snow. Instead, a massive, hour-long lift line in the back bowls grabbed headlines. Now, Vail…

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2020

Sit-Skier Sends Corbet’s Couloir in Kings and Queens

Trevor Kennison broke his back 4 years ago snowboarding on Vail Pass. Now, he’s sit-skiing some incredible terrain.

Written by Mary Murphy February 12, 2020

Craziest Lift Line Ever? This Might Be It

Want to see how a huge winter storm affects lift lines? Watch this.

Written by Mary Murphy February 11, 2020

Ski & Surf: Getting the Best Out of Vancouver Island

Dreaming of skiing and surfing in the same day? Here’s how to pull off one of the world’s few ski-to-surf trips on Vancouver Island.

Written by Morgan Tilton February 11, 2020

Northern Journey: Driving a Camper to the Arctic

After 4 years of RVing across the U.S., this couple is venturing on their biggest journey yet — a trip north through Canada and Alaska…

Written by Mary Murphy February 11, 2020

Never Summer Swift Snowboard & Splitboard Review: Surf Shape, All-Mountain Roots

The Never Summer Swift has been a favorite of snowboarders who love to surf pow and carve groomers since its release in 2016. This is…

Written by Drew Zieff February 10, 2020

Missing Surf? Hang Ten on Canada’s Epic Swells This Winter

The Canadian side of Lake Erie has some amazing surfing. And these local filmmakers set out to prove it.

Written by Mary Murphy February 10, 2020

Cornice Falls While Skiers Put New Packs to the Test

Pack brand Mystery Ranch is promoting its newest ski packs not on social media, but in a short film — to show us new pack…

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2020

Emerging Gear: Smart Ring Tracker, Subzero Parka, and More

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy February 06, 2020

2020/21 Ski Test: First Turns at On-Snow Demo

GearJunkie sent two expert skiers to the Snow Industries Association On-Snow Demo at Winter Park to test they 2020-2021 skis they’re most excited about.

Written by Sean McCoy and Berne Broudy February 06, 2020

REI Winter Closeout Sale: Save Up to 50%

We found the best outdoor products on sale during REI’s Winter Clearance Sale. Save up to 60% on winter adventure gear.

Written by Sponsored Post February 05, 2020

‘Stealth’ Camping: How to Live in a U-Haul Van

This Canada-based YouTuber is taking camping to a whole new — and very different — level. Want to know how to live in a van?…

Written by Mary Murphy February 05, 2020

Atomic Hawx Prime XTD Thermo-Molded Ski Boot: First Look

With a fully moldable shell and liner, Atomic says this is the one boot to rule all mountains.

Written by Berne Broudy January 29, 2020

‘Autoclimb’ Binding Raises the (Heel) Bar for Ski Touring

You’ll never have to worry about raising your heel-lifters again — the Atomic Backland Autoclimb does it for you.

Written by Berne Broudy January 29, 2020

Want to Ski the Alps? Learn From the Locals

Want to know more about the adventure and mystique of the Alps? Like watching athletes navigate steep couloirs and drop into sick lines? This ski…

Written by Mary Murphy January 29, 2020

Worst Crash of My Season: Caught in an Avalanche

Watch the clip to hear a skier’s perspective on what it’s like to get caught in an avalanche — and survive.

Written by Mary Murphy January 28, 2020

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