Winter

Dynafit TLT Speedfit Ski Touring Boot Review: Good for Ice Climbs?

Switch from tight, ‘ski mode’ to articulating ‘walk mode,’ strap on some crampons, and send the icefall. We tested Dynafit’s TLT Speedfit ski touring boot…

Written by Seiji Ishii October 16, 2018

Wolf Creek for the Win! Ski Resort Will Open This Weekend

Thanks to a big early-season snowstorm, Wolf Creek Ski Resort will be the first Colorado resort to open in 2018.

Written by Sean McCoy October 11, 2018

Winter Speed Record on Arctic Circle Trail: Watch

Jason Antin and Mike Chambers quest into the Arctic for a brutally cold FKT. In Greenland, the only known speed record of the Arctic Circle…

Written by GJ Staff October 10, 2018

Salomon SHIFT: 2019’s Most Exciting Ski Binding Stars in Stoke Vid

The Salomon SHIFT is the most revolutionary ski binding we’ve seen in years. It gives skiers a whole new option for the slopes, from backcountry…

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2018

Trailer: Jeremy Jones’ Latest Film Is ‘Ode to Muir’ Wilderness

Jeremy Jones and Elena Hight trek deep into the John Muir Wilderness for untracked snowboarding lines. The film, ‘Ode to Muir,’ has us stoked to explore…

Written by GJ Staff October 08, 2018

Meet the Photographer Behind Iconic Skiing Films: Video

Chris Figenshau has quietly become one of the most respected photographers and videographers in skiing and snowboarding, working with notable athletes like Jeremy Jones and…

Written by Nate Mitka October 08, 2018

Iditarod Footrace Champ on Running Down Depression

Pete Ripmaster won the 1,000-mile 2018 Iditarod Trail Invitational footrace in 26 days, 13 hours, 44 minutes.

Written by Julie Kailus September 28, 2018

All Aboard! ‘Winter Park Express’ Train Tickets on Sale for 2019

Fares for the Winter Park Express start at $29 each way between Denver Union Station and Winter Park Resort.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 20, 2018

‘Boardie’ Builds a Better T-Bar: It’s About Time

Boardie is a wider crossbar for existing T-bar systems. It’s a simple idea that makes quite a bit of sense from a skier’s or rider’s…

Written by Sean McCoy September 17, 2018

Up for Grabs: Skier’s Dream Job Comes With Gear, $10K

All the gear, all the travel, and all the pow: It’s everything skiers need a dream job to be. And you get a cool 10…

Written by Rick Stella September 11, 2018

Welcome Tikka, A-Basin’s Newest Avalanche Rescue Puppy

While just a puppy, Tikka is ready to learn how to save skiers from avalanches. This short promo video from Arapahoe Basin certainly shows off…

Written by GJ Staff September 07, 2018

Trailer: ‘Face of Winter’ a Tribute to Legendary Filmmaker Warren Miller

Warren Miller, a legend of ski cinematography, passed away in January 2018. Now, the company that still carries his name will honor his legacy in film.

Written by GJ Staff September 06, 2018

Ikon Pass Adds Utah Resorts Solitude, Brighton

With the additions, five Utah resorts are open to holders of the new-for-2018 IKON pass.

Written by Sean McCoy August 27, 2018

Snowboard With Wheels: Watch ‘Mountainboard’ Documentary

A ragtag team in the U.K. has been jerry-rigging boards with all-terrain wheels for years. This video highlights the fascinating culture of Mountainboarding.

Written by GJ Staff July 31, 2018

Hilaree Nelson Replaces Conrad Anker as TNF Team Captain

Known for impressive ski mountaineering in the Himalayas, Hilaree Nelson will take the role from Conrad Anker, who held the position for 26 years.

Written by Nate Mitka July 17, 2018

First 45-Degree Gym Touts Cold Temps for Better Fitness

One New York City studio is seeing just how low athletes will go. Brrrn’s cold-temperature classes are shaking things up in what until recently has…

Written by Julie Kailus July 10, 2018

Holding an Edge: Pro Ski Racers’ Offseason Workouts

To maintain an edge, U.S. Ski Team alpine racers Resi Stiegler, 32, and River Radamus, 20, both hit the gym hard in the offseason. They…

Written by Julie Kailus June 26, 2018

Alterra Moves to Acquire Utah’s Solitude Mountain

If you have an Ikon Pass, you just got one mountain richer. Ikon parent Alterra Mountain Company confirmed it’s entering an agreement to purchase Solitude…

Written by Julie Kailus June 20, 2018

Carbon & Kevlar: MSR Trekking Poles Survive Alaskan Test

Carbon fiber, Kevlar, and the patented DynaLock adjustable closure combine in the light, compact, sturdy MSR Ascent Pole.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 13, 2018

Vail Resorts Buys Crested Butte, Stevens Pass

Vail Resorts today announced it will purchase Triple Peaks LLC in a deal that also includes two East Coast ski areas.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2018

Ortovox Recalls 3+ Avalanche Transceivers

Ortovox issued a recall that could affect all 3+ avalanche transceivers made by the brand. If you own an Ortovox 3+, check it now!

Written by Sean McCoy May 15, 2018

Jesper Tjäder Hits 7 Trees in Amazing Late-Season Ski Edit

Follow one expert skier via GoPro as he navigates an incredibly dense forest short on snow. You won’t find deep powder or wide open bowls…

Written by GJ Staff May 15, 2018

Snow Flotation: Black Diamond GlideLite 127 First Look

No edges, non-traditional bindings, no ski boots: The Black Diamond GlideLite is a different way to get around in snowy conditions. We tested them during…

Written by Nate Mitka May 08, 2018

Watch: 50-Foot Rooftop Gap on Snow by Mountain Bike

A 50-foot gap on a mountain bike is terrifying. Put the jump on top of a building, do it in winter, and now it’s other-worldly.

Written by GJ Staff May 07, 2018

Watch Biggest Toboggan ‘Jump’ Ever: 1,000+ Feet Down

One creative sled jump leads to a death-defying plunge over a cliff in Squamish, British Columbia.

Written by GJ Staff April 27, 2018

Heli to Snow in Daring Winter Biking Police Chase Video

Watch Fabio Wibmer absolutely tear up the slopes in this chase-style mountain bike edit. He drops in off a helicopter, hits features in the terrain park,…

Written by GJ Staff April 26, 2018

Longest Ski Tour in the Alps: 1,069 Miles, 36 Days

A team of five skiers trekked the Der Lange Weg route across the mightiest peaks in the European Alps at blazing speed. The route includes…

Written by Nate Mitka April 24, 2018

Police Say Man Lied About Being Stranded on Chairlift

Isaac Hyde claimed Gore Mountain Ski Center stranded him on a chairlift overnight in sub-freezing temperatures. Instead, he faces up to a year in jail…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 23, 2018