Winter

In Minnesota, Worshiping Winter At ‘The Great Northern’

Arctic wind might freeze snot to your cheek. But the people of Minnesota embrace winter more than most.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 25, 2017

Review: Mukluks Made For Coldest Places On Planet

We tested Steger Designs’ Yukon Jack mukluks this month in the dank cold of a Minnesota winter. The boots are modeled after footwear worn long…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 24, 2017

7 Weird Things To Pack For Better Backcountry Skiing

While everyone knows to bring a beacon-shovel-probe and the like, you may consider these out-of-the-box gear items to stay happy and comfy while you’re backcountry…

Written by Paddy O'Connell January 24, 2017

First Look: Vasque Lost 40 Boot Is ‘Modern Mukluk’

A hybrid mukluk, these boots have a Vibram sole and modern add-ons like softshell synthetic material and aerogel insulation in the sole.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 24, 2017

Breckenridge Reclaims Record In Drinking

It was ‘bottoms up’ in Breckenridge for a remarkable 1,234 people in unison with the world’s largest shot-ski.

Written by Paddy O’Connell January 23, 2017

The Surfy Glory Of The Powder Turn

‘Snowboarding in Japan is very much about living in the now. ‘

Written by GJ Staff January 19, 2017

We Were There: 50-Inch ‘Snowmageddon’ Hits Powder Mountain

What happens when it snows 50 inches in 72 hours outside Salt Lake City? Heaven happens.

Written by Nate Mitka January 17, 2017

Slackliner Rescues Unconscious Man Hanging From Chairlift

When a man is dangling by his neck from a chairlift, it’s a professional slackliner to the rescue!

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 05, 2017

Your Old Gear Can Help Save Lives Right Now

Start your year in the best way possible: Clear the clutter and impact someone else’s life for the better.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 03, 2017

Burton Reinvents The ‘Step-On’ Binding System

No straps needed, just step on and ride. The biggest snowboarding brand in the world just gave retro bindings a major face-lift.

Written by Paddy O’Connell January 03, 2017

First Look: Yaktrax Summit ‘Traction Device’ for Ice

These new spike-equipped Yaktrax Summit ‘devices’ are made for flat ice and steep hillsides.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 29, 2016

Tiny Home TV Icon Won’t Give Up Pro Skier Roots

Zack Giffin went big on skis, then went tiny on housing. Now, he hosts a national TV show.

Written by GJ Staff December 28, 2016

Fezzari: A Custom Carbon Fatbike Under $2K

I found a race-ready, carbon fatbike for under $2,000. The only catch: It was from a brand I’d never seen before.

Written by Jason Magness December 23, 2016

So Much For Reindeer, Santa Uses A Drone

‘On Dasher, on Prancer, on Donner and… Drone-y? A small crew built a custom drone to lift a snowboarding Santa.

Written by GJ Staff December 21, 2016

Secret Tech: Saucony Winter-Running Shoe Review

We took Saucony’s RAZOR ICE+ shoes, with Vibram’s secret slip-resistant Arctic Ice sole, for a stroll… and a sprint.

Written by GJ Staff December 20, 2016

Rescue Fine: Steamboat Springs Warns Backcountry Skiers

Need a rescue? There’s a fine for that.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 19, 2016

First Look: Columbia ‘Star Wars’ Parka

We got a first look at Columbia’s Star Wars replica parka. Call us nerds. Call us super-fans. Just don’t call us cold.

Written by GJ Staff December 19, 2016

Readers Write: Your Gear Questions, Answered

Winter riding, photography, and fat bikes are addressed in our ‘Readers Write’ installment this week.

Written by GJ Staff December 14, 2016

What It’s Like To Survive An Avalanche

Watch as pro snowboarder Travis Rice takes a horrible ride in an avalanche in Alaska, and lives to tell about it.

Written by GJ Staff December 13, 2016

Neon Skiing Under Moonlight Looks Surreal

Eerie and beautiful, this stunning take on night skiing raked in a heap of independent film awards.

Written by GJ Staff December 12, 2016

Mapped: Ski Areas Of North America

Love pow? These poster art maps are for you.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 28, 2016

Antarctic Bike: Four Wheels For Polar Cycling

Want to bike across the Antarctic? You might need a bike like this.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 28, 2016

First Look: Saucony RAZOR ICE+ Winter Running Shoes

Are you a winter runner? We test a new gaiter-equipped, ground-gripping shoe that Saucony touts can ‘make ice obsolete.’

Written by Stephen Regenold November 21, 2016

Watch The Insanity Of Skiing A Full Loop

The full loop is a pretty crazy obstacle that’s been overcome in recent years by runners, bikers, and now, skiers.

Written by GJ Staff November 15, 2016

Film Captures Feeling Of Snowboarding ‘Flow’

While films that feature death-defying stunts are awe-inspiring, this one left us feeling a little more peaceful, and equally as inspired.

Written by GJ Staff November 15, 2016

Make Colorado Snow Again! Protests ‘Rock’ Steamboat Springs

Four dudes, some stoke, and a political message we can all get behind: Make Colorado Snow Again!

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 14, 2016

Oh Winter, Where Art Thou?

Skiers face the lowest November snowpack in more than a decade. Unseasonably warm temps and little to no precipitation has forced some North American ski…

Written by Paddy O’Connell November 11, 2016