Winter

Duo Completes First All-Female Winter Wasatch Traverse

Today, Salomon launched The WURL — its first all-female ski episode of Salomon TV.

Written by Mary Murphy October 27, 2020

AIARE Goes Virtual: Select Avalanche Safety Courses Available Online This Year

To meet the expected influx of new backcountry skiers and still work within pandemic restrictions, the American Institute for Avalanche Research will publish much of…

Written by Amelia Arvesen October 27, 2020

Banff Ski Resort Sees Earliest Opening Ever

This weekend, Mt. Norquay in Banff became the first ski resort to open in Canada. It’s the resort’s earliest start to the season in more than…

Written by Mary Murphy October 26, 2020

How to Choose Snowshoes: A First-Time Guide

Whether you are looking for an affordable way to enjoy the snow, or need another tool for your summit adventures, the perfect snowshoes can be a…

Written by Natasha Buffo October 26, 2020

Prodigies vs. Pros in This Wild Faction Ski Edit

This pumpy, modern ski film focuses on “present meets future” with a mashup of footage from prodigy versus veteran skiers.

Written by Mary Murphy October 26, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Rab Khroma Kinetic Alpine Ski Jacket

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Khroma Kinetic Backcountry Ski Jacket from Rab!

Written by GJ Staff October 23, 2020

How to Downhill Ski

All across the northern hemisphere, people wait for the first snow to hit, and ski season starts back up. If you’re new to the sport,…

Written by GJ Staff October 23, 2020

‘Charge 2’: Winter 2020’s First Full Salomon TV Episode Goes Live

Salomon took five freeskiers on a trip to British Columbia to lay down some fresh tracks. The only instruction? Charge as hard as you can.

Written by Mary Murphy October 21, 2020

How to Wax Skis: Step-By-Step Guide and the Gear You’ll Need

Across North America, the mountains are showing all the telltale signs that winter is right around the corner — and you know what that means?…

Written by GJ Staff October 20, 2020

Backcountry Skiing Colorado: Top Spots to Enjoy Off-Piste Pow

Backcountry skiing in Colorado is some of the best in the country. Check out our list of what we consider some of the state’s best…

Written by GJ Staff October 20, 2020

Mini Shredder: 13-Year-Old Pro Athlete Dominates Terrain at Jackson Hole

We’ve been following this Red Bull pro freeskier athlete since he was 11 years old. And though Kai Jones is at the height of his…

Written by Mary Murphy October 20, 2020

A Criminal Ski Short: Sweet Protection Airs First Film of Season

Sweet Protection’s first ski film of the year is live. Watch the 12-minute “Dollar Short” here.

Written by Mary Murphy October 20, 2020

Backcountry Skiing: A Beginner’s Guide

This beginner’s guide to backcountry skiing and snowboarding goes beyond the gear. It includes everything I wish someone had told me before I got into…

Written by Natasha Buffo October 19, 2020

Best Cross-Country Skiing in Vermont

The mountains of Vermont become a mecca for cross-country skiing when winter hits. It’s difficult to go very far without hitting world-class skiing, making Vermont…

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2020

Built to Send: Rab Khroma Ski Collection Is All About the Backcountry

With the Khroma collection, Rab turns its attention to a ski line built to keep up with off-piste adventure.

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Sweet Protection Ski Goggles & Helmet Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a pair Sweet Protection’s Boondock Goggles and a Looper Helmet.

Written by GJ Staff October 16, 2020

Debunked: 5 Myths About Avalanche Airbags You Need to Know

Avalanche airbag packs are proven to be a great ally when emergency strikes. Here, we debunk five myths about airbag packs.

Written by Andy Cochrane October 14, 2020

‘Black Dot’: Columbia’s Latest Tech Traps Sunlight

Building off the Omni-Heat insulation it developed 10 years ago, Columbia unveils the latest evolution today: Black Dot. And it’s all about warming from the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 14, 2020

Don’t Miss These Great Non-Amazon Sales and Deals Happening Now

Check out this list for the best non-Amazon deals on outdoor gear across the web.

Written by Ilana Newman October 13, 2020

Burton Teases Massive ‘One World’ Snowboard Film

Burton’s new film looks to highlight a massive selection of snowboarders — including Anna Gasser, Mark McMorris, and more — all in one film.

Written by Mary Murphy October 12, 2020

Winter Camping: A Quickstart Guide

It’s relatively easy to safely and comfortably go camping in the summer months. But a winter camping escape, yet more daunting, can also be more…

Written by GJ Staff October 08, 2020

Winter Hiking How-To Guide: Pro Tips

For many, it can feel far less natural to head out for a backpacking trek in the depths of winter. Still, for those who can…

Written by GJ Staff October 07, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week, find great deals on pants, boots, ski goggles, and more.

Written by Ilana Newman October 07, 2020

‘Toxic Gear Culture’: How One Small Retailer Is Combatting the Industry’s Darker Half

Do you remember your first time with a full-suspension mountain bike, ultralight rack, or fat skis on pow? Gear can elevate any outdoor experience, but…

Written by Ilana Newman October 05, 2020

Watch: ‘American Downhiller’ Documents 50 Years of US Men’s Ski Racing

The downhill skiing season is just around the corner. Get stoked and learn about the storied history of North America’s most courageous downhill ski racers.

Written by Sean McCoy October 05, 2020

Get Ready for ‘Snowtober’: Consumers’ First Digital Winter Gear Show

Virtual happy hours and Zoom product demos are one thing, but a virtual trade show for the public? One small ski shop is making it…

Written by Mary Murphy October 05, 2020

Pow-Worthy Deals: Salomon Winter Gear on Sale

With Salomon’s winter gear sale, you can get up to 35% off all kinds of snowboarding gear, ski gear, boots, shoes, and more.

Written by GJ Staff October 02, 2020

Banff Mountain Film Festival Announces This Year’s Lineup

Banff Centre’s annual Mountain Film Festival goes virtual this year. But there’s still a whole lot of cool films to look forward to.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 01, 2020

Ski by Bus? Couple Chases Powder in 1960s School Rig

This film has all the ingredients for an epic winter adventure: a 60-year-old school bus, blower powder, beer, friends, and the open road.

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2020

More Rugged, More Durable: Helly Hansen Ditches Chemicals in Ski Shells

Helly Hansen expanded the use of its Lifa fiber to combine a waterproof-breathable membrane and face fabric that is completely free of chemical additives. And…

Written by GJ Staff September 29, 2020

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