Winter

Voice Guidance Revolutionizes Avalanche Beacons With ORTOVOX ‘Diract’

The ORTOVOX Diract Voice is the first avalanche beacon that provides searchers with audible voice commands while in search mode. We inspected the device for…

Written by Sean McCoy February 01, 2021

Atomic Maverick, Maven Ski Review: Built to Shred North American Slopes

Designed in the U.S. for North American skiers, Atomic’s newest skis deliver epic days in all conditions on all terrain.

Written by Berne Broudy January 29, 2021

Watch: This 80-Year-Old Park Skier Is Still Ripping

The latest ski parody film, ‘Hotdoggin’ Hans,’ is worth a watch.

Written by Mary Murphy January 29, 2021

Natural Selection Tour Unveils Final ‘Wild Card’ Riders

Natural Selection is set to be one of the greatest backcountry-based pro snowboard comps of all time. And this week, two lucky athletes were given…

Written by Mary Murphy January 29, 2021

Camo on the Slopes: World-Class Skier David Wise Is Also a Pro Hunter

It’s not often an athlete hits the top level in two fields. But David Wise, a Gold Medal Olympic skier and First Lite Pro Team…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 28, 2021

Crazy Video: Brown Bear Chases Skier Down Resort Mountain

Unlike several videos before it, this phone footage from Romania shows a bear barreling down a snowy hill in pursuit of a skier. And yes,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 25, 2021

Better Resort Runs: Season Equipment Aero Snowboard Review

The Season Equipment Aero snowboard excels at hardpacked groomer runs. By the end of the day, I was riding better than I had in years.

Written by Chelsey Magness January 25, 2021

Multiple Skiers Injured, 1 Severely, After 2 Chairlifts Fall in a Month

After two chairlifts from the same manufacturer fell from their cables, a certain chair component has gone under close inspection.

Written by Mary Murphy January 22, 2021

Copper Mountain Expands Uphill Ski Program

Looking for more off-the-beaten-path skiing options? Copper Mountain has a new uphill program just for you.

Written by Mary Murphy January 22, 2021

Watch: Pro Skiers Surf the Season’s Last Pow on Epic Road Trip

Four skiers, one camera, and 1,600 miles of North American wilderness: Faction’s latest film is a must-watch.

Written by Mary Murphy January 22, 2021

Action Filmmaking: Watch This Skier Make It Big

Freeride World Tour title? Check. Powder Video Award for Best Female Performance? Check. Learn what’s next for Elyse Saugstad in this Teton Gravity short film.

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2021

Waterproof Cushion and Flair: HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat Mid 2 GTX Review

Hoka’s Speedgoat Mid 2 GTX helps runners bridge the running season through big, snowy miles.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 20, 2021

Burton Mine77 ‘Deep Winter’ Drop: Like Father, Like Son

Jake Burton Carpenter was a legend at home, in the workshop, and on the mountain. Now, his namesake brand’s Mine77 collection is paying homage with…

Written by Drew Zieff January 19, 2021

Lighter, Stronger Ski Helmet: Sweet Protection Revamps Pinnacle Grimnir

The Sweet Protection Grimnir leads the brand’s offerings with durability and advanced protection. And we got a first look test at the next-generation Grimnir, which…

Written by Sean McCoy January 18, 2021

Anon Unveils New Safety Tech in Ski Helmets: WaveCel for Winter

The hotly debated safety tech that raised eyebrows around the bike industry in 2019 now promises to add even more safety to ski and snowboard…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 15, 2021

Fishing for Lines: Icelandic Snowboarder Pursues Passions by Sea and Summit

Rúnar Pétur lives two lives. In summer, he’s a fisherman working his way toward wealth. But in winter, the mountains call, and his focus is…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 15, 2021

Volcano Skiing: Outside TV Releases Full ‘Ring of Fire’ Series

In Ring of Fire, two best friends and ski mountaineers headed off for the adventure of a lifetime — they just didn’t know it yet.…

Written by Mary Murphy January 13, 2021

Vermont Ski Patrollers to Receive First Wave of COVID Vaccine

Handling the organization, distribution, and overall logistics of the COVID-19 vaccine is a complicated nightmare. Thankfully, each state has a plan in place. One state’s…

Written by Mary Murphy January 11, 2021

‘Send and Return’: BCA Doubles Down on Backcountry Avalanche Safety Videos

Backcountry Access wants you to keep two things in mind when you head out for a day of backcountry skiing: send it and return safely.

Written by Mary Murphy January 08, 2021

Backcountry Snowboarding 101: Expert Tips, Gear to Stay Safe & Have Fun

The desire to get out away from crowds and into the backcountry is higher than ever. And while backcountry snowboarding through a forested powder bowl…

Written by Chelsey Magness January 07, 2021

Cody Townsend Tries Bikepacking in Pandemic Pursuit of Ski Lines

What do you take when you combine a global pandemic, two pro skiers, two bikes, and a thirst for travel? This epic adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy January 07, 2021

In 2021, Volkl’s M6 Mantra Will Be the Most Fun Ski on the Mountain

Volkl’s freeride Mantra has been a staple in its line since 2005. The brand tweaks it nearly every year, but for 2021, the changes to…

Written by Berne Broudy January 04, 2021

Get It Now: This ‘Indy Ski Pass’ Costs Under $300 for the Season

This multi-resort season ski pass is a crazy-good deal. The only catch? You’ll be skiing at independent resorts.

Written by Mary Murphy December 28, 2020

Charge Hard Everywhere: The Dream 3-Ski Quiver You Need

From the dawn of time, humans have chased marvels of the imagination — the Holy Grail, Atlantis, Bigfoot, even UFOs — artifacts that transcend reality. More…

Written by Andy Cochrane December 28, 2020