Winter

‘SIA’ Snow Show gear highlights

GearJunkie is live in Denver today for the Snow Industries Association trade show. Take a trip through the doors of the Colorado Convention Center with…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 31, 2013

Flexible, ‘Soft-Shell’ helmet debuts for snowsports

Able to take “hit after hit” while skiing in a park, a new foam helmet from Giro offers long-lasting head protection. We got a sneak…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 29, 2013

First Look: K2 ‘Kwicker’ Split-Board System

Dubbed the “lightest, fastest splitboard system on the planet,” we gave the to-be-released K2 Kwicker Backside System a test this week in the Utah backcountry.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 24, 2013

Winter Bike Commuting: Head-to-Toe Gear Breakdown

Who says you can’t bike commute all year ’round? We sought out specialty cold-weather cycling gear to keep us pedaling in the most frigid conditions.…

Written by Patrick Murphy January 16, 2013

Beast 16 bindings built for ‘hard-charging’ backcountry skiers

Backcountry stalwart Dynafit nudges more into the freeride mainstream with a binding, the Beast 16, aimed at huckers and other “hard-charging” skiers.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 11, 2013

Avalanche victim subject in ‘Strong’ video

Roger Strong was skiing up a backcountry run when an avalanche triggered and nearly ended his life. When the snow settled, Strong was badly injured…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 09, 2013

Surfers, ‘Ice Bars,’ Winter Trails on North Shore of Lake Superior

Minnesota’s North Shore region is a wild angle of land laced with rivers, cliffs, deep woods, and a mini mountain range called the Sawtooths. We…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 08, 2013

Studded ‘Xerxes’ bike tire Grips on snow and Ice

Rubber tread rolling on ice and snow often slips. But bikers who brave the cold have an option with studs. We review a new stud-equipped…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 04, 2013

Water-Repellant Goose Down ‘Not a Gimmick,’ company touts

Goose down traditionally clumps up when wet. So when a few companies last year began selling down in a water-resistant configuration antennas went up around…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 02, 2013

Gear for ‘Sleeping in the Snow’ (winter camping guide)

GearJunkie collaborated with Scouting to assemble a tutorial on winter camping, the “Eight winter gear items to help keep you warm.”

Written by Stephen Regenold December 28, 2012

‘Barefoot’ Running Season is Year-round with New Winter Vibram

Snow and ice used to keep Vibram FiveFingers wearers and other “barefoot”-style runners indoors. No longer. The FiveFingers Lontra, new last month, is an insulated…

Written by Patrick Murphy December 20, 2012

Skis on, Camera Rolling: Early Season Day on the Slopes

Time to ski! Evan Kay, a GJ reader and videographer, got some early-season video footage in Vermont this past weekend at Sugarbush Resort.

Written by Patrick Murphy December 18, 2012

No More Cold Feet: Wölvhammer Boot Takes on Winter Biking

Winter cycling is more popular than ever. A new brand, 45Nrth, is at the forefront of specialized cold-weather cycling gear. We put its newest, most…

Written by Patrick Murphy December 13, 2012

Robo-Goggles to Adult Sleds: Gifts guaranteed to Impress

Unexpected, unique, ‘extreme,’ silly, and fun. . . those are some operative words for the products here, a spread of gear we are sure will…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling December 12, 2012

New-School Snow Boot: Light, packable (bootie ‘slipper’ inside)

Where is it written that winter boots have to be heavy, boring toboggans for your feet? That’s a question Teva poses to introduce its new…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 11, 2012

Carbon Fat Bike (first of its kind)

The debut today at the Winter Bike Expo in Minneapolis of a new full-carbon fat bike adds another boost to the strong stride of the…

Written by T.C. Worley December 08, 2012

What We’re Watching: Point-of-View Ski Films

Ski season is here for most of the U.S., with storm outlooks around the country this weekend. Check out these point-of-view videos if your appetite…

Written by Patrick Murphy December 07, 2012

Rocky Mountain High! John Denver Ski to ship this Winter

Created in cooperation with the estate of the legendary singer and songwriter, the John Denver Nomad Ski from Icelantic is a true work of art.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 07, 2012

Deep Pow to Hard-Pack: 2013 Ski Preview

It’s time to gear up for the 2013 ski season. Here’s a quick look at a dozen new ski models, from fat powder boards to…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 07, 2012

Nation’s Largest XC Ski area opens to ‘Fat Bikes’

Methow Valley in Washington state has 120 miles of trails and is one of the nation’s top cross-country ski areas. This winter, the resort is…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 05, 2012

10-Second Video: Powder, Tele Turns, and a Cliff Drop

We asked for your best 10-second outdoor adventure video. After sorting through a handful of strong entries, a winner emerged. Congrats to Evan Kay for…

Written by Patrick Murphy December 01, 2012

Higher Education? Free Condo, Season Pass with ‘Ski Bum Scholarship’

Think you’d make a good ski bum? Prove it and Columbia Sportswear just might make your dream come true. The brand’s scholarship will award a…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 16, 2012

What We’re Watching: ‘Prospecting Idaho’

The setting is a private ski area in Idaho’s backcountry, where Smith Optics has built ramps and features among the trees. Big air, backflips, yurt…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 02, 2012

What We’re Watching: ‘Skiing From the Top of Europe’

Climbing and skiing the slopes of Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak, is no joke. In this film, we watch as Aron Ralston starts in alpine…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 23, 2012

The Wölvhammer: Heating Up Winter Riding

If 45Nrth has its way, the phrase “It’s too cold to ride today” is going to become irrelevant. The Minneapolis-based brand this week announced the…

Written by Patrick Murphy August 15, 2012

‘Split-Boards and Sombreros’ A Spring Ascent of Mt. Shasta

A crew of GearJunkie editors scaled Shasta’s 14,179-foot flank on a Peaks for Peace charity climb. Some serious product testing took place along the way,…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 15, 2012

Beastie Boys Adam Yauch could Shred!

The death of Beastie Boys rapper Adam Yauch today is a reminder of human mortality. But when we saw this video, we felt even a…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 04, 2012

Backcountry Boarder: Interview With Jeremy Jones

Snowboard kingpin Jeremy Jones said he’s “bailed on machines,” including snowmobiles and helicopters. He now skins into the wilds on a split-board in search of…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 04, 2012

Spring Ski Gear Test on Mt. Hood

We skinned up 11,249-foot Mount Hood last week to test new ski gear on high and variable terrain. Ice and “jutting sastrugi” were among the…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 15, 2012

King of the Mountain: Interview with Snowboarder Travis Rice

He is a character in a video game and a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. He co-produced the mega-hit “Art of Flight.” And last…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 30, 2012

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