The Best Men’s Ski Jackets of 2021
If skiing is your therapy, a waterproof ski jacket can make your time on the slopes the best days of the year. Check out our picks for the best men’s ski jackets of 2021.
French Skier Wins FIS World Cup, Breaks France’s 20-Year Drought
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a World Cup skier, and a glimpse of what it takes to win, in Bollé’s ‘Vision’ documentary.
Shred on a Budget: Decathlon Freeride Skis, Boots Review
Europe’s premier outdoor and sporting goods retailer has its sights set on making American skiing more accessible.
Bike to Ski to … Lava? Trio Completes Human-Powered Volcano Tour
Stio’s ‘Rise and Grind’ film documents three athletes’ human-powered tour of seven Pacific Northwest volcanoes.
Bluebird Gets the Bear: Backcountry Ski Area Extends to New Peak
Bluebird Backcountry made a major improvement to its current 400-acre ski area.
Craziest Bear Chase Video Ever? Grizzly Pursues Skier in Romania… Again
You’re not seeing double. Two months after a bear chased a skier down the hill at Predeal in Romania, another video — this one up close and personal — shows the same thing happening again.
Romp Custom FH Alpine Touring Skis: Built to Rehab From Injury
Crested Butte, Colorado’s Romp Skis developed custom skis, tailor-made to get you back on the slopes after knee surgery. Here’s how it works.
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Today’s Bargains: 4 End-of-Winter Steals
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Mountain Hardwear, Black Diamond, and more to save on gear for your next adventure.
Native Skier, Snowboarder Invite You to Share Their ‘Connection’ With the Mountains
This new film from Ikon Pass highlights the stories of two Indigenous snowsports athletes in the U.S.
Atomic Redster S9 Gen S Nordic Ski First Look: Bold Design for Efficient Skating
The Atomic Redster S9 soft-launched this winter with the goal of increasing efficiency for skate skiers through a radical new sidecut profile. Several expert cross-country skiers put them through the paces for this review.
Pass Alert: Ikon Pass Goes on Sale for 2022 Season
Curious how the pandemic is affecting multi-resort passes? Check out Ikon’s plan for the 2021-2022 winter season.
The Best Ski Goggles of 2021
Looking for the best ski goggles or a pair of snow goggles for snowmobiling, hiking, or exploring winter storms? We’ve got you covered with our list of the best goggles.
Skiing Crater Lake: The Best Runs This National Park Has to Offer
Curious as to what kind of skiing a giant lake-filled crater in the pacific northwest has to offer? Watch this skier’s video.
Legend’s Last Film: ‘Ski Bum: The Warren Miller Story’ Premieres Today Online
‘Ski Bum: The Warren Miller Story’ is a ski legend’s last film. Learn how to watch here.
3-Day Deal: Save Up to 60% on Ski & Snowboard Gear
Backcountry expanded to its Winter Yard Sale to include deep savings on its own gear. Don’t miss these killer deals.
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Fischer Transalp Touring Boot First Look: A Light AT Boot for the Masses
Fischer launches its newest all-terrain ski boot in fall 2021. But we got on a pair pre-release for a sneak peek. This is what you can expect from the Fischer Transalp.
Kings and Queens of Corbet’s Couloir: How to Watch the Competition
Each year, a gaggle of athletes comes together to fly down Jackson Hole’s Corbet’s Couloir. Here’s how to watch the event today.
Backcountry Giveback: You Can Help Keep This Species From Vanishing
Osprey just premiered its latest film project based in the Wyoming backcountry about how you can help backcountry skiers save a band of bighorn sheep.
Locked and Loaded: RockyMounts LiftOp ‘Biggie’ Ski Rack Review
Looking for a ski rack that’s sturdy as all get out and can carry hoards of boards and skis? The RockyMounts LiftOp may be for you.
The Best Women’s Ski Jackets of 2021
Going skiing? You’ll need a warm, waterproof two- or three-layer ski jacket. Check out our picks for the best women’s ski jackets.
Smartwool Athletes Bring Artistic Flair to Their Favorite Ski and Snowboard Socks
Smartwool’s winter socks showcase the attention to detail and artistic flair from its team of skiers and snowboarders.
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Check Out This ‘Unknown’ Ski Hill Locals Don’t Want You to Crash
Never heard of Mt. Cain ski hill? That’s OK — the locals don’t want you to. Matchstick Production’s ‘Frozen in Time’ film is an ode to an old-school ski hill.
Tecnica Cochise Boot Review: The Downhill Boot That Can Tour
Thanks to Tecnica’s re-designed Cochise, the first no-compromises downhill ski boot that a skier can also tour in, there’s now a one boot quiver for skiers who care most about the descent.
Kid Skier Kai Jones Gobbles Big Air in Teton Gravity Teaser
Teton Gravity Research enlisted 14-year-old pro skier Kai Jones to help bring its new Optics goggles to market.
Team Effort: Pros Weigh in on Salomon’s Best QST Ski Yet
When given a ‘blank slate,’ Salomon’s freeride athletes aimed to create the most balanced, stable, floatable, and powerful ski yet.
Colorado’s Euro-Style Ski Traverse: The Hut-to-Hut ‘Interconnect Route’
This hut trip through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains is the closest you can get to skiing Europe without hopping a plane.
‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ Spoof Brings Laughs to Ski Pack Testing
Mystery Ranch began filming its ‘Theater’ series last year. Now, the first episode is out, providing informational product overviews, testing feedback on its packs, and some laughs — ‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ style.
Interchangeable-Lens Ski Goggles: Top Picks to See Clearly This Season
In the last year, several brands came out with new goggle systems they felt could rock the interchangeable-lens world. We took four of them for a spin.
Voice Guidance Revolutionizes Avalanche Beacons With ORTOVOX ‘Diract’
The ORTOVOX Diract Voice is the first avalanche beacon that provides searchers with audible voice commands while in search mode. We inspected the device for this first look review.
Atomic Maverick, Maven Ski Review: Built to Shred North American Slopes
Designed in the U.S. for North American skiers, Atomic’s newest skis deliver epic days in all conditions on all terrain.
Watch: This 80-Year-Old Park Skier Is Still Ripping
The latest ski parody film, ‘Hotdoggin’ Hans,’ is worth a watch.
