Winter

How Do You ‘Backcountry Responsibly’? TGR Explores Reducing Risk Out of Bounds in New Film

With surging interest in backcountry skiing, rescuers are seeing more accidents happening every year. TGR’s new feature film with Friends of Bridger-Teton explores how to…

Written by Will Brendza January 08, 2024

‘The Blondes’ Aren’t Your Typical Ski Crew — And They Like It That Way

In the latest doc from The North Face, three of skiing’s most righteous femmes find their groove together on slopes around the world.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 05, 2024

Ice Climbing Is the Best Example of Accessible Outdoor Adventure — Here’s Why

Of all climbing disciplines, Mo Beck fell in love with ice climbing because “…it’s adaptive for everybody.” This film is a rad look at what…

Written by Mary Murphy January 05, 2024

‘Best Collection Yet’: Blizzard Black Pearl Gets Big Update for 2024/25

Blizzard’s 2025 Black Pearl women’s-specific ski updates the rocker profile, uses new molds, and adds a metal layup to the design.

Written by Will Brendza January 04, 2024

Ditch Going West, Ski the East: Watch Some of the Best Adirondack Powder Skiing

If you are willing to put in some work on the uphill and like skiing steeps, don’t discount the Adirondacks: Ski the east!

Written by Mary Murphy January 04, 2024

Aspen Skiing Co. Sues Luxury Brand Over ‘Influencer’ Photo Shoots

Aspen Ski Company filed a federal lawsuit against British brand Perfect Moment for using its likeness and locations for marketing its products — without getting Aspen’s…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 03, 2024

Dexterous Leather and Ceramic Knuckle Protection: LEKI Griffin Pro 3D Ski Glove Review

They’re dexterous and offer protection, durability, and versatility across a range of conditions. The performance fit of the LEKI Griffin Pro 3D Ski Gloves makes…

Written by Will Brendza January 03, 2024

Patagonia Gets Deep in ‘The Meaningless Pursuit of Snow’

Backcountry skiers will climb for hours on end just to have a few minutes of descent. Why? Patagonia delves into this existential question in a…

Written by Will Brendza January 03, 2024

Powerhouse Group of Boarders Star in ‘Hillside Project Series,’ Hokkaido

‘Controlling speeds with rhythmical carving turns’ — in other words, not braking — was one rider’s approach to this crazy Hokkaido terrain.

Written by Mary Murphy January 02, 2024

Midwest Shred Fest: Mike King Stokes the Soul of Michigan Skiing in TGR’s ‘Lake Effect’

Everything was going right for Mike King as his professional skiing career unfolded before him, until COVID threw him off course. Then, King had to rediscover…

Written by Will Brendza December 29, 2023

Weatherproof Fortress for All-Season Freeriding: Norrøna Tamok GORE-TEX ePE Jacket and Bib Review

The Norrøna Tamok jacket and bib kit seal out the elements with GORE-TEX’s new ePE membrane and are made for modern-day freeride skiing in the…

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 28, 2023

Splitboarders Send It on ‘Big Day Mountain’ in Japan

In the midst of some epic Japanese pow, all these Mountain Hardwear riders are able to say is: ‘It’s the best.’

Written by Mary Murphy December 28, 2023

How Not to Drive in Snow: Pro Tips for Winter Drivers

Want to know how to drive in snow? It’s easy — just don’t do these boneheaded things. Instead, plan ahead, slow things down, and don’t…

Written by Sean McCoy December 27, 2023

Goat Triggers Avalanche, Takes ‘Significant’ 1,000-Foot Ride in Big Sky, Montana

‘It is unknown if the goat was wearing an airbag or if it was deployed in the avalanche,’ ski patrollers wrote in a humorous report.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 26, 2023

Ski-Doo Grand Touring Electric Snowmobile Review: You Can Ride It, but Not Buy It

The Ski-Doo Grand Touring Electric snowmobile is the company’s first-ever EV. We took one for a rip for a first impression review.

Written by Will Brendza December 22, 2023

The Ski Pack Your Backcountry Guide Wants: Raide Research LF 40L Review

The debut product from Raide Research, the Raide LF 40L backcountry ski pack combines the best features of competitive packs — and includes a few that…

Written by Will Brendza December 21, 2023

Meet the Cyrusher Ripple: An Electric-Powered Snowboard We’re Still Not Sure We Need

If you’ve dreamed of traveling at moderate speeds on flat snow, then the Cyrusher Ripple electric snowboard was likely made with you in mind.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 19, 2023

GoPro’s Wildest Moments of 2023: Watch the Brand’s Top Picks

GoPro’s best clips from 2023, from erupting volcanoes, to ski base jumping, squirrel suit distance flight records, mountain bike wheelies over narrow canyon bridges, and…

Written by Will Brendza December 19, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of K2 Mindbender BOA Ski Boots

This week, two lucky winners will receive a pair of all-new, first-of-their-kind K2 Mindbender BOA ski boots, valued at $800.

Identifying the ‘Four Horsemen’ of Mountain Hazards: Safety Tips From a Backcountry Guide

Mountain guide and safety expert Jason Antin dives in with Out There, discussing the biggest dangers of the backcountry, and how you can identify and…

Written by Will Brendza December 15, 2023

Bringing Back the Buckle, Bailing on BOA and Velcro: SCARPA F1 XT Ski Touring Boot Review

The SCARPA lightweight F1 XT ski touring boots borrow from bigger boots and tour like a race boot. Of SCARPA’s F1 family, this might just…

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 14, 2023

2 Founders Just Donated Their Snowboard Business to a University: Here’s Why

The co-founders of SnoPlanks are giving students at Oregon State University-Cascades the opportunity to help run a real-world business from their classroom.

Written by Will Brendza December 13, 2023

The Most Wholesome Snow Day Throwback: Kayaking in the Snow

A father willing to take a whole day, bundle up, strap on a harness and work gloves, and drag a slippery kayak (plus kid) uphill…

Written by Mary Murphy December 13, 2023

How to Chase Oyuki: A Skier and Snowboarder’s Guide to Niseko, Japan

Every winter, people from all over flock to the northern island of Hokkaido, Japan, drawn by the promise of infamous pow. Here’s our full guide…

Written by Drew Zieff December 12, 2023

Bewildered Bear Almost Hit by Surprisingly Fast Human

A skier at Tahoe’s Heavenly Ski Resort was shooting a video when a black bear suddenly ran across the slopes.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 12, 2023

Avalanche Dogs: Meet the Canine Patrol of Jackson Hole

What’s better than a cute dog? A cute dog that might just save your life after an avalanche.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 12, 2023

Near-Perfect Goggle, Swappable Lens System You May Never Need: Zeal Lookout Review

When it comes to clarity in changing conditions, the Zeal Lookouts are some of the best goggles I’ve tested in 2023.

Written by Mary Murphy December 11, 2023

‘The Dream of All Class V Paddlers’: Paddling Northern BC’s Stikine Stout

What makes you feel alive? What emotions do you get running a river as gorgeous as this one? This is what paddling is all about.

Written by Mary Murphy December 11, 2023

The Freeride Ski That Genuinely Performs Anywhere: Völkl Blaze 106 Review

I was repeatedly surprised by how light and versatile Völkl Blaze 106 skis were both in and out of the ski resort.

Written by Bergen Tjossem December 08, 2023

Monster Slayers: Watch Mark Abma and Nikolai Schirmer Shred Norway’s ‘Monster Couloir’

Abma and Schirmer dog sledded out into an isolated region in Norway to ski the Monster Couloir.

Written by Will Brendza December 07, 2023

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