Winter

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

AT Gear Nearly Indistinguishable from Downhill?

A GearJunkie editor skis on an alpine-touring setup for a weekend of resort riding and comes away with a couple conclusions on the evolution of…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 23, 2012

High-Alpine Freestyle: Red Bull Cold Rush

As big-mountain ski comps go, Red Bull Cold Rush is unique. The event mixes steep faces and high bowls together with rails, ramps, and other…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 23, 2012

Goggles Micro-Adjust to Fit Your Face

The to-be-released Off-Grid from Scott have a simple adjustment feature that allows a skier or rider to change the shape of the goggle frame with…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 19, 2012

Alpine Education: Welcome to Steep Skiing Class

In British Columbia, on the high flanks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, last weekend a GearJunkie editor got schooled on the art of skiing the…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 15, 2012

American Wins World Cup, Keeps 30 pairs of Skis in her ‘Quiver’

Last week, skier Kikkan Randall won the Cross Country World Cup sprint title, a first for an American. We caught up with the XC star…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 12, 2012

‘Fat Bike’ Trend: Overrated or For Real?

Flash in the pan, or here to stay? The cycling subcategory of “fat bikes” is hot this year, on the snow and for dry land.…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 07, 2012

Powder Dream: Remembrance and Reverie at Steven’s Pass

Last month, three riders were killed in an avalanche outside Washington’s Steven’s Pass ski area. Our writer, T.C. Worley, was set to snowboard with one…

Written by T.C. Worley March 06, 2012

Diversity of Shells: Article covers ‘Coats for any Climate’

From an Arctic parka to a wind shirt, Gear Junkie’s column on Outside this week highlights ten shell jackets for “every thinkable activity and climate…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 05, 2012

Yaktrax and Frankenspikes: Gear for Running Uphill on Snow

Footwear for running uphill on snow — that’s the topic of this post, which highlights a GearJunkie editor’s equipment picks and overall experience in a…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 29, 2012

Fat-Bike Racer: Teva ‘Snow Crit’ Event

Our writer threw a leg over a Surly fat-bike for a go at the Teva On-Snow Bike Crit, held in Vail earlier this month. Here…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 27, 2012

Hybrid ‘Hok’ Ski Borrows From Centuries-Old Design

Altai Skis’ stout backcountry planks ride a middle line between a snowshoe and a ski. Our writer put the skin-equipped Hok skis to the test…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 20, 2012

Pillows of Goose Down Line this High-End Ski Coat

For a cool $700, Helly Hansen offers a be-all, end-all performance ski jacket. Pillows of goose down inside make it unique. Our writer wore it…

Written by T.C. Worley February 16, 2012

Big Ups, Big Downs: Welcome to the Sport of ‘SkiMo’

The sport of ski-mountaineering racing, “SkiMo” for short, is gaining steam in America. A flagged course, checkpoints, mandatory avalanche gear, and hours of time on…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 16, 2012

New Type of Sports Helmet Mimics ‘Brain Fluid’ to Protect

As the literal “brainchild” of a Swedish neurosurgeon, a company called MIPS AB introduced a new type of head protection to the helmet industry a…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 16, 2012

Frozen Ride: Tips for Wintertime Biking

No doubt, biking in the winter is difficult and cold. But if you slow down and gear up right riding through the white months can…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 13, 2012

Winter Teva Mountain Games: Report 2

Day two of the Winter Teva Games kicked off with a ski-mountaineering race. GearJunkie editors competed in ski and bike events, plus watched tele skiers…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 12, 2012

Winter Teva Mountain Games: Report 1

Day one of the Winter Teva Games included parties, ski races, ice climbers on an artificial wall, and a full “Gear Town” tent city with…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 11, 2012

Outside Mag: ‘Top AT Ski Gear’

Forget chairlifts. The backcountry is now the preferred playground for ski junkies seeking adventure and deep white turns. This week we wrote a piece for…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 08, 2012

GearJunkie to Cover, Compete in Winter Teva Mountain Games

The Teva Mountain Games were created in 2002 as a summer event. This year, the organization launches a Winter version of the games, which kick…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 08, 2012

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