Winter

Winter Traction: Which Kahtoola Spike Is Right for You?

Traction on snow and ice is a challenge. Two lightweight footwear products from Kahtoola are made to give grip.

Written by Sponsored Post February 16, 2018

Weekend Film: Cycling ‘The Frozen Road’ Across the Canadian Arctic, Alone

One man drops everything to fat bike the world, completely alone. He encounters the threat of wolves, well below freezing temperatures, and solitude in this

Written by GJ Staff February 16, 2018

Watch Midnight Grooming: The Story Behind the Corduroy

Have you ever dreamed of riding with the groomers in a snow cat at your favorite ski area? Well hop aboard.

Written by GJ Staff February 15, 2018

4-Legged Hero: Tribute To Henry, Vail’s First Avi Rescue Dog

Meet Henry, Vail Ski Resort’s first avalanche rescue dog. He’s cute, affectionate, and a hero in case of emergency.

Written by GJ Staff February 14, 2018

3 of the Biggest Cliff Hucks in Corbet’s Couloir

At Kings and Queens of Corbet’s skiers go huge into one of the most iconic couloirs in North America.

Written by GJ Staff February 13, 2018

Did a Norwegian Skier Just Give the Best Olympic Performance Ever?

I didn’t care about cross country skiing yesterday, and I probably won’t tomorrow. But today we should all bow at the altar of the sport’s…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 12, 2018

Eargasm: Skating on Thin Ice Produces Otherworldly Sound

Turn your volume up for one of the most satisfying noises. This is what skating on a couple inches of glassy ice sounds like.

Written by GJ Staff February 12, 2018

Sure Footed: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe Review

MSR retooled its iconic Lightning Ascent, once a game-changer for mountaineering snowshoers. The update purports to fix a common problem in the old model.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 09, 2018

Watch: Stunning Snowshoe Art Blankets MN Baseball Stadium

To see it up close, you’d think they were random tracks. But from high above, these tracks reveal something spectacular.

Written by GJ Staff February 08, 2018

Meet Advenate, a Revolutionary New Snow Safety Brand

A unique snow safety shovel, bivouacs, probe, and pack helped the tiny brand Advenate burst onto the scene at the 2018 ISPO outdoors show.

Written by Sophie Nicholson February 08, 2018

Such Smooth Flow: Travis Rice Carves Epic Japanese Spine

Watch this video, then start planning your trip to Japan for some powder turns of your own.

Written by GJ Staff February 07, 2018

Sunburn On Your Eyes! Protecting Against Snow Blindness

Despite the cold, winter actually poses serious risks from the sun. Intense solar exposure and reflection off snow can cause temporary blindness. Here are some…

Written by Steve Graepel February 06, 2018

Take 5 Minutes to Daydream of Stunning Snowboard ‘Sledpacking’

Virgin pow, towering mountains, and campfire camaraderie – this is what backcountry is all about.

Written by GJ Staff February 06, 2018

Custom Sports Car Transforms Into Ultimate Snowmobile

The Chicago Auto Show will host one of the hottest cold weather concepts ever built: A drop-top Nissan 370Z… on skis.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 05, 2018

First Look: Vans Breathable, Variable Flex Snowboard Boot

Built for backcountry snowboarders, the 2018/2019 Vans Verse Snowboard Boot combines the latest in fit technology, moisture management, waterproofing, and venting for long tours and…

Written by Nate Mitka February 02, 2018

Europe’s Largest Outdoors Trade Show Awards 5 Best Products

These five products beat out thousands of companies showcasing the very latest in product innovation to win the ISPO Product of the Year award.

Written by Sophie Nicholson February 02, 2018

Skier’s Thumb: The Unusually Common Fall Injury

Skier’s thumb occurs when you try and stop a fall with arms outstretched and you land on your pole’s grip. A hyper-extended thumb isn’t an…

Written by Steve Graepel January 29, 2018

Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour: Lever System Reinvents Uphill/Downhill Ski Boot

Backcountry and AT boots often require multiple buckle adjustments to switch modes. With a new lever-based adjuster, Dynafit offers an easier way with the Hoji…

Written by Sean McCoy January 24, 2018

Diploma-Ski: Best Colleges for Skiers

A good education shouldn’t mean sacrificing the gnar. These colleges offer higher learning and great skiing for the diploma-bound.

Written by Paddy O’Connell January 23, 2018

Dreamy Edit: Drone Following Snow-Surfer Is Sublime

An expert drone pilot follows one snowboarder through an eerie forest of untracked powder. Satisfying to watch, to say the least.

Written by GJ Staff January 23, 2018

Candide Thovex’s Dry Land Skiing Leaves Us In Wonder

Volcanic ash, pasture, and one big stone wall: the best freeride skier in the world shreds everything but powder in the next installment of his quattro video…

Written by GJ Staff January 22, 2018

Accursed Button Lift Wreaks Havoc on Snowboarders: Video

How many times will these snowboarders fail to get up the button lift?

Written by GJ Staff January 22, 2018

(Re)Breaking the Mold: Crescent Moon Updates Foam Snowshoes

In 2017, Crescent Moon introduced a snowshoe unlike any other. For 2018, the brand hopes to build on its design.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 17, 2018

Watch: Downhill ‘Skiing’ With a Jaguar

Everybody loves a fish out of water. So how about a sports car on snow?

Written by Sean McCoy January 16, 2018

Dyneema & Goat Skin: Black Diamond Helio Gloves Reviewed

Ounce-conscious, multi-condition, and blizzard-proof: Black Diamond’s three-in-one Helio glove system aims to tackle the worst weather and adjust to the not-so-bad.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 15, 2018

Tolls Proposed on Utah Ski Roads

Faced with bumper-to-bumper traffic, one Utah legislator thinks tolls could ease congestion. The proposed tolls would affect two iconic roads in Utah, Little and Big…

Written by Sean McCoy January 12, 2018

Lined With Gold: Columbia Unveils Olympic Ski Uniforms

The 2018 Winter Olympics are just six weeks away, and some athletes have additional inspiration with gold-color insulation inside their Columbia jackets.

Written by Sean McCoy January 08, 2018