Winter

First Look: 2017 Strafe Outerwear

Air permeable fabrics and thoughtful design distinguish Strafe’s 2017-18 Pyramid Jacket and Capitol Pant as serious backcountry ski garments.

Written by Sean McCoy March 02, 2017

Make Skiing Fun Again: Shinesty Outfits Keep Slopes Weird

Shinesty wants to see every skier in neon onesies and banana hammocks. Seriously.

Written by Paddy O’Connell March 01, 2017

Six Super Fun Skis For Winter 2017-18

If you like to smile, you’ll love these skis. We put six top planks for 2017-2018 to the test.

Written by Paddy O'Connell February 28, 2017

Evident Climate Change In Small Town Alaska

Alaskan guide Rick Brown has had a front-row seat to the changing wilderness for the last 20-plus years.

Written by GJ Staff February 28, 2017

No Snow: North America’s Biggest Ski Race Canceled

Organizers canceled the American Birkebeiner today for just the second time in the race’s 44-year history.

Written by Sean McCoy February 24, 2017

Hermit, Mountain Man, And Unwitting ‘Climate Researcher’

With no goals of proving anything, or even knowledge that the climate was changing, he started collecting data about snowpack to pass the time in…

Written by GJ Staff February 24, 2017

Winner Takes All: Skiers Vs. Snowboarders Vs. Fatbikes

Fatbikes dueling skis, dueling snowboards? It’s finally going to happen.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 22, 2017

Vail Resorts Buys Stowe Mountain, Expands East

The Colorado-based resort company will acquire Vermont’s Stowe Mountain Resort for $50 million.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 21, 2017

135 Miles Over Snow: The Challenge Of ‘Arrowhead’ Ultra

Among the toughest winter endurance events, the Arrowhead 135 pits competitors against a namesake 135-mile course in northern Minnesota. This year marked the 13th running…

Written by Jason Johnson February 20, 2017

Teens Drop Cliffs On Freeride World Tour

The drops, flips, and tricks done by these 14- to 18-year-olds are simply unbelievable.

Written by Nate Mitka February 17, 2017

Glacial Play: World’s Most Extreme Theater?

Jets, helicopters, snowmobiles, ice climbers, paragliders, fireworks, and a 9,000-pound elephant made of snow. This might be the world’s most extreme theater.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 15, 2017

Conceptual Snowmobile: Trail Ready, Seats Four

This snowmobile carries the whole family, fits onto existing snowmobile trails, and packs a 165 horsepower engine.

Written by Nate Mitka February 14, 2017

Polar Pool: Take Plunge in Downtown Minneapolis

An ice-cold pool will be trucked into the heart of Minnesota’s Queen City to raise money for Special Olympics athletes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 08, 2017

First Look: Crescent Moon EVA Foam Snowshoes

Run through snow on lightweight, curved foam snowshoes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 07, 2017

5 Easy-To-Learn But Impressive Ski Tricks

Take your ollies and shifties to the next level with these simple add-ons to common ski tricks.

Written by GJ Staff February 06, 2017

Snow Show Rundown: Top Ski Picks For 2017

The skis that got more buzz than a beehive at SIA 2017.

Written by Paddy O’Connell February 01, 2017

Fleeting Beauty: Photo Project Captures Arctic Melting

Timo Lieber displays beautiful unseen images of arctic ice melting in his new exhibit, THAW.

Written by Nate Mitka February 01, 2017

First Look: ‘Continuum’ Is New Breed Of Made-For-Winter Bike

A new kind of winter bike? Look close and you’ll notice this one has no chain, no gears, and its tires come set with hundreds…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 31, 2017

First Look: Outdoor Research ‘Skyward’ Ski Jacket

Air-permeable fabric and massive vents in the Outdoor Research Skyward Jacket help backcountry skiers stay dry while earning turns.

Written by Sean McCoy January 30, 2017

Watch: Telluride Avalanche Makes A Spectacle

Visitors and residents took advantage of the opportunity to watch the massive avalanche from a safe perspective in downtown Telluride.

Written by GJ Staff January 30, 2017

Ballet to Big Air: Red Bull’s 50 Years of Freeskiing

What started as ballet-like dances down the hill are now full-fledged productions, with helicopters and impossible-looking stunts.

Written by GJ Staff January 27, 2017

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