Winter

From Skiing to Hiking, One Shell for All Seasons: BEYOND Clothing Drilight Rain Jacket Review

Using upcycled GORE-TEX from its military line and testing in harsh winter and wet conditions, BEYOND Clothing’s Drilight Rain Jacket is a truly four-season shell…

Written by Will Brendza May 06, 2024

Like Wearing a Sleeping Bag: Columbia Pike Lake II Long Winter Jacket Review

With hip design and superior warmth, the Columbia Pike Lake II Long winter jacket is like wearing a sleeping bag but with style.

Written by Meghan LaHatte May 02, 2024

phaenom Wants to Upend the Ski Boot Market, and It Just Might

After 4 years of research and development, phaenom will hit the market with a super-unique ski boot this fall. I strapped them on for a…

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2024

Prosthetics on Peaks: Meet the Pro Skier Leading Folks to New Heights

GearJunkie caught up with pro skier Rachael Burks to talk about her career, women in skiing, her gear, and an upcoming project in Ecuador with…

Written by Will Brendza April 25, 2024

Arctic Expeditions Ain’t What They Used to Be: Lonnie Dupre’s Gear Tell-All

When polar explorer Lonnie Dupre is on the back of a dogsled, kayaking through glacial ice, or making a first winter ascent on an Alaskan…

Written by Shauna Farnell April 22, 2024

Buy Skis, Pay What You Can: Coalition Snow ‘Community Care Sale’

The brand Coalition is making an effort through its Community Care Sale to make sure the cost of skis and snowboards is truly accessible.

Written by Mary Murphy April 18, 2024

Red Bull Athlete Attempts Near-Impossible ‘Open Loop Slide’ 42 Times in a Row

When Red Bull’s Jesper Tjäder successfully completed the first full loop slide on skis in 2016, he thought to himself, “What if I cut the…

Written by Will Brendza April 17, 2024

The Best Snow Shovels of 2024

Winter is slowly descending across the country, and we’re bracing for colder temperatures and accumulating snowfall. Be prepared for the winter ahead with the best…

Written by Constance Mahoney and Nick Bruckbauer April 17, 2024

Cooper Tires Discoverer AT3 Review: Sticky When Slick

For large vehicles that spend lots of time off road, the Cooper Tires Discoverer AT3 XLTs give great all-season traction. And they do so while…

Written by Sean McCoy April 12, 2024

Skier Dies Attempting to Jump CO Highway

On April 9, Colorado local Dallas LeBeau died while attempting a high-risk road gap stunt on Berthoud Pass.

Written by Will Brendza April 11, 2024

Alterra Adds Another Luxury Resort With Acquisition of St. Moritz, Switzerland

For the 2024/25 season, Ikon Pass holders will have the opportunity to ski 7 days at any of the nine St. Moritz ski areas in…

Written by Will Brendza April 05, 2024

A Private Ski Resort Near Steamboat? Yellowstone Club Owner Seeking Water Rights

The Steamboat Springs development will likely be modeled after the Yellowstone Club, a private Montana ski community where homes sell for up to $25 million.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 02, 2024

Layer Up With Helly Hansen for Year-Round Performance Apparel & Gear

Helly Hansen is celebrating the transition to spring with a rundown of its latest performance apparel and gear.

Easter Avalanche Kills American Teen, 2 Others at Swiss Resort

A rescue operation included search dogs, helicopters, and dozens of people, but it was too late for three unfortunate skiers.

Written by Angela Benavides April 02, 2024

4-Season Strength, 3-Season Weight: REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 Tent Review

The REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 tent is built to handle diverse conditions — consider this your shoulder-season shelter of choice.

Written by Maddie Downie April 01, 2024

Ski Resort Pond Skims: Where and When to Skim This Spring

The sport of pond skimming is a ski resort’s way to channel the fun of waterskiing onto the landscape of a mountain. Here’s all you…

Written by Mary Murphy April 01, 2024

Cody Townsend Exclusive: Why He Ended The 50

We talked with Cody Townsend to find out why he ended the FIFTY Project at 46 out of 50 Classic Ski Descents, and to reflect…

Written by Will Brendza March 22, 2024

Beloved CO Mountain Finally Caves, Will Charge Visitors to Park in 2024

Arapahoe Basin is no longer going to be free to park at — starting in 2024/25, all weekends and holidays will require a reservation and…

Written by Will Brendza March 21, 2024

Cody Townsend Ends Massive ‘FIFTY Project’ at 46: Questions Swirl Around Unexpected Conclusion

For 5 years, Cody Townsend has been on a mission to conquer all of The Fifty Classic Ski Descents in North America ‘the hard way.’…

Written by Will Brendza March 21, 2024

Skills, Smiles, and Slides: Bridgestone Winter Driving School

If you want to be a safer driver, and have more fun behind the wheel, when conditions get snowy and icy attend the Bridgestone Winter…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 18, 2024

Micro in Name Only, These Spikes Got Bite: Kahtoola MICROspikes Review

Don’t let the word ‘micro’ fool you. The serious steel spikes of the Kahtoola MICROspikes are designed to keep you upright in the iciest midwinter…

Written by Maddie Downie March 13, 2024

Indy Pass Adds 12 Ski Partners, Keeps Price Low

The Indy Pass is the fastest-growing multi-mountain pass in the world. It’s adding new partners and resorts for the 2024/25 ski season and is maintaining…

Written by Will Brendza March 13, 2024

Ski Utah for $19: These Spring Lift Tickets Are the Real Deal

Are ski resort tickets are getting astronomically higher each year? Yes. But if you think skiing for under 20 bucks isn’t possible, think again.

Written by Mary Murphy March 13, 2024

Parlor’s Custom Monoskis Could Change Adaptive Skiing Forever

With more adaptive skiers hitting the slopes than ever before, Parlor has made a monoski with additional stability and stiffness to meet their specific needs.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 08, 2024

You Die, Your Skis Live On: DPS Will Honor Warranty for Next of Kin

I’m not sure “next of kin” is the right phrase. But DPS definitely will extend warranty protection to whoever gets your skis when you meet…

Written by Sean McCoy March 06, 2024

The Best Women’s Winter Running Tights of 2024

Runners, make sure your lower extremities are warm enough with the best women’s winter running tights of 2024. We put these tights through the wringer.

Written by Constance Mahoney March 05, 2024