Winter

Backcountry Snowmobile Safety, According to Instructor Bret Rasmussen

To help motorized riders manage risk while boondocking, backcountry ‘professor’ Bret Rasmussen has been refining avalanche education programs for nearly a decade. Here are his…

Written by Morgan Tilton March 16, 2021

Pass Alert: Ikon Pass Goes on Sale for 2022 Season

Curious how the pandemic is affecting multi-resort passes? Check out Ikon’s plan for the 2021-2022 winter season.

Written by Mary Murphy March 11, 2021

Lynx Snowmobiles Hit North America: Rave RE, Boondocker DS First Look

Europe’s top-selling snowmobile manufacturer has hopped the Atlantic. Now, U.S. and Canadian trail and backcountry riders can steer these sturdy, high-performance snow machines from a…

Written by Morgan Tilton March 08, 2021

Cold-Weather Car Camping: Gear to Enhance Winter on the Road

There’s no better litmus test for how much I’ll use a piece of gear than a wintertime car camping trip. Check out our cold-weather camping…

Written by Mike Misselwitz March 04, 2021

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

Check out this week’s best outdoor gear deals. Find great deals on Merrell, Stanley, Arc’teryx, and more.

Written by Ilana Newman March 03, 2021

Skiing Crater Lake: The Best Runs This National Park Has to Offer

Curious as to what kind of skiing a giant lake-filled crater in the pacific northwest has to offer? Watch this skier’s video.

Written by Mary Murphy March 02, 2021

Powder Fever: Backcountry Splitboarding With a 57hours Pro Guide

We spent a day riding powder with 57hours guide Willie Benegas. Here’s what it’s like to backcountry splitboard with a guide and the gear we…

Written by Jake Ferguson March 02, 2021

Boosted Savings: Secure an Extra 20% Off Winter Gear and Apparel

Pile up the savings with added discounts on bestselling apparel from Backcountry, now through Thursday. Find the best items at Backcountry’s Winter Clearance Sale here.

Written by GJ Staff March 02, 2021

Legend’s Last Film: ‘Ski Bum: The Warren Miller Story’ Premieres Today Online

‘Ski Bum: The Warren Miller Story’ is a ski legend’s last film. Learn how to watch here.

Written by Mary Murphy February 25, 2021

Are You a Savvy Backcountry Skier or Splitboarder? Take a Quiz, Win Custom Skis

A new AIARE safety quiz about winter backcountry travel has sweet rewards: a Weston Backcountry Backwood Splitboard or Summit Skis with custom artwork by Renan…

Written by Morgan Tilton February 25, 2021

3-Day Deal: Save Up to 60% on Ski & Snowboard Gear

Backcountry expanded to its Winter Yard Sale to include deep savings on its own gear. Don’t miss these killer deals.

Written by GJ Staff February 23, 2021

Fischer Transalp Touring Boot First Look: A Light AT Boot for the Masses

Fischer launches its newest all-terrain ski boot in fall 2021. But we got on a pair pre-release for a sneak peek. This is what you…

Written by Sean McCoy February 18, 2021

Backcountry Giveback: You Can Help Keep This Species From Vanishing

Osprey just premiered its latest film project based in the Wyoming backcountry about how you can help backcountry skiers save a band of bighorn sheep.

Written by Mary Murphy February 18, 2021

Locked and Loaded: RockyMounts LiftOp ‘Biggie’ Ski Rack Review

Looking for a ski rack that’s sturdy as all get out and can carry hoards of boards and skis? The RockyMounts LiftOp may be for you.

Written by Mary Murphy February 16, 2021

Recycled Plastic Pow Surfer: Burton One World Family Tree Backseat Driver Review

This binding-free snowboard provides simple, fun downhill access from backyards to urban hills and backcountry slopes. And for 2021, Burton’s limited-edition version will feature a…

Written by Morgan Tilton February 16, 2021

‘The Icycycle’: Will This Awesome (and Terrifying) Saw Bike Work?

Of all the two-wheeled inventions, there’s still nothing quite as cool as a bicycle. And there’s nothing quite as dangerous as this one.

Written by Mary Murphy February 15, 2021

Smartwool Athletes Bring Artistic Flair to Their Favorite Ski and Snowboard Socks

Smartwool’s winter socks showcase the attention to detail and artistic flair from its team of skiers and snowboarders.

Written by GJ Staff February 15, 2021

Get Behind the Scenes of Burton’s ‘One World’ Snowboarding Film

Immerse yourself in the behind-the-scenes action on Burton’s ‘One World’ world tour snowboarding film.

Written by Mary Murphy February 12, 2021

Check Out This ‘Unknown’ Ski Hill Locals Don’t Want You to Crash

Never heard of Mt. Cain ski hill? That’s OK — the locals don’t want you to. Matchstick Production’s ‘Frozen in Time’ film is an ode…

Written by Mary Murphy February 10, 2021

FIS Snowboard World Championship Moves From China to US

The FIS Snowboard World Championship has changed its location — and dates — due to the global pandemic.

Written by Mary Murphy February 10, 2021

‘Dear Competitors’: One Brand’s Call to Unite the Outdoor and Sports Apparel Industry

Think what would happen if GORE-TEX, The North Face, Swix, Norrona, and countless other brands all put their heads together. Kari Traa wants to unite…

Written by Mary Murphy February 10, 2021

Tecnica Cochise Boot Review: The Downhill Boot That Can Tour

Thanks to Tecnica’s re-designed Cochise, the first no-compromises downhill ski boot that a skier can also tour in, there’s now a one boot quiver for…

Written by Berne Broudy February 10, 2021

Kid Skier Kai Jones Gobbles Big Air in Teton Gravity Teaser

Teton Gravity Research enlisted 14-year-old pro skier Kai Jones to help bring its new Optics goggles to market.

Written by Mary Murphy February 09, 2021

Team Effort: Pros Weigh in on Salomon’s Best QST Ski Yet

When given a ‘blank slate,’ Salomon’s freeride athletes aimed to create the most balanced, stable, floatable, and powerful ski yet.

Written by Mary Murphy February 09, 2021

Natural Selection Tour Snowboard Finals: What the Pros Are Riding

Curious as to who’s in the finals and what the pros are riding? We’ve got an exclusive dive into Natural Selection’s pro snowboarders’ gear here.

Written by Drew Zieff February 08, 2021

Watch Live: Red Bull ‘Natural Selection’ Snowboard Comp Kicks Off Today

Travis Rice’s Natural Selection Tour is finally here, along with some fresh snow. Here’s how to watch.

Written by GJ Staff February 04, 2021

3 Skiers Killed in Colorado Avalanche Found, Identified

Search-and-rescue teams worked through the day Wednesday to find missing skiers caught in an avalanche earlier this week.

Written by Mary Murphy February 04, 2021

Colorado’s Euro-Style Ski Traverse: The Hut-to-Hut ‘Interconnect Route’

This hut trip through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains is the closest you can get to skiing Europe without hopping a plane.

Written by Berne Broudy February 03, 2021

‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ Spoof Brings Laughs to Ski Pack Testing

Mystery Ranch began filming its ‘Theater’ series last year. Now, the first episode is out, providing informational product overviews, testing feedback on its packs, and…

Written by Mary Murphy February 02, 2021

Interchangeable-Lens Ski Goggles: Top Picks to See Clearly This Season

In the last year, several brands came out with new goggle systems they felt could rock the interchangeable-lens world. We took four of them for…

Written by Cameron Martindell February 01, 2021

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