Winter

Avalanche: Snowboarder Captures First-Person Footage

A snowboarder captured harrowing first-person GoPro footage while caught in an avalanche.

Written by Billy Brown February 05, 2015

Six-Story Ice Sculpture Collapses On Shore Of Lake Superior

Wisconsin man uses recycled water (from a geo-thermal heating system) and a robotic arm to continually spray water on the sculpture.

Written by Eric Lemke February 04, 2015

Tested: 10 Good Skis For 2015

Three testers spent the day riding as many new skis and snowboards for 2015 as they could. It was a lot of fun.

Written by Sean McCoy February 04, 2015

Scarpa Ski Boot Recall

Scarpa will refund customers cost of the boot.

Written by Sean McCoy February 02, 2015

Fatbiker Skims Across Open Water

Add bicycles to the list of things you can skim across ponds.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 01, 2015

18 Top Ski And Ride Products From SIA

These are some of the most remarkable products from among the thousands shown at the snow industry’s trade show in Denver this week.

Written by Sean McCoy January 31, 2015

Oblivion Of Ice… Paddling Frozen Lake Michigan

A lone paddle-boarder drifting over turquoise winter waters, among icebergs, and along the edge of a surreal frozen world…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 29, 2015

‘Snowiest U.S. Ski Resorts’

State by state, the “Snowiest Ski Resorts” infographic charts the areas that gets the most snowfall.

Written by Editor January 29, 2015

30 Seconds Of Cold: Man SUPs Frozen Lake Michigan

This super short edit is beautiful, odd and makes us want to watch more icy SUPing.

Written by Sean McCoy January 28, 2015

First Look: Salomon Shoes for Winter Running

The Salomon Snowcross CS has aggressive v-shaped tread, nine carbide spikes, and gaiters.

Written by Steve Graepel January 28, 2015

Got A Great POV Ski Clip? Win $20,000

The best ski or snowboard line of the year will win a hefty prize from GoPro.

Written by Sean McCoy January 27, 2015

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ At Outdoor Retailer

This gear, the best new products from the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Utah this past week, represents the state of the art…

Written by Sean McCoy January 25, 2015

‘Four Finger’ Gloves Built For Winter Biking

The Sturmfist 4 from 45NRTH fuse the pinky and ring finger area together but otherwise leave some dexterity with separated fingers and thumb to brake,…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 13, 2015

13 Cold Weather Experiments You Can Do At Home

Need a fun diversion in freezing weather? How about a “snowman piñata” or one of these other 13 goofy ideas.

Written by Sean McCoy January 10, 2015

Warm & Puffy: 14 Jackets For The Coldest Days

It’s cold out there. Keep warm with the best winter jackets for freezing weather.

Written by Sean McCoy January 08, 2015

War Story: Skiing The Italian Dolomites

High in the Italian Dolomites skiers find reminders of a drawn out World War I battle.

Written by Sean McCoy January 07, 2015

Vail Resort: $160 Lift Ticket Now Reality

Nobody ever claimed alpine skiing was cheap.

Written by Sean McCoy January 06, 2015

The 5 Commandments of Winter Warmth

It’s cold out there! Polar explorer Eric Larsen offers these five commandments to keep comfortable in the coldest weather.

Written by Eric Larsen January 06, 2015

‘Another Time, Another Place’ Looks At Life Of Freeskier Star

Part II of “The Garrett Russell Experience” freeskiing video dropped this week, featuring a look into the life and personality of the series’ star.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 30, 2014

First Look: Under Armour ‘Werewolf’ Jacket

Known as a behemoth in the world of sports, Under Armour has branched aggressively into the outdoors in recent years.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 30, 2014

Sexy Ski Instructors Calendar For 2015

Had a crush on your ski instructor? You’re not alone. Get your fix with this calendar of hot ski instructors – one of men and…

Written by Sean McCoy December 29, 2014

Dog Sled To Ski

There are few more sustainable — or entertaining — methods of accessing the backcountry than dogsled.

Written by Sean McCoy December 29, 2014

Italian ‘Robocop’ Ski Helmet

The Osbe Proton Sr. ski helmet has a removable visor that can be used instead of goggles. We put this striking design to the test.

Written by Sean McCoy December 29, 2014

‘Buster’ Is One Cute Rescue Dog Trainee

Meet a three month puppy that could one day save your life!

Written by Sean McCoy December 28, 2014

‘Early Season Snow’ – Backcountry In Oregon Alpine

We follow sponsored rider Robbie Walsh during a typical early-season day in the Pacific Northwest, filming with a new kind of camera that captures video…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 23, 2014