Skiing

You Want Me to Rappel on That? Petzl RAD Line, Mammut Glacier Cord Head-to-Head Review

6mm hyperstatic cords like the Mammut Glacier Cord and Petzl RAD Line offer big benefits to mountaineers and backcountry skiers — but they come with…

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 30, 2023

Cooler Than Skijoring? In New Zealand, Ride a Horse on Your Next Ski Approach

Forget driving into the backcountry. Or skinning in. Instead, rise a horse. This Kiwi-produced short film from Patagonia tells how.

Written by Mary Murphy May 18, 2023

Seas to Skis: Norrøna’s Got Gear and Adventure Travel to Go With It

The 96-year-old adventure clothing brand gets into the adventure travel business to expand its earth-first mission.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 15, 2023

‘Translucent’ Mountain Pack for All-Season Action: The North Face Phantom 38 Review

The updated North Face Phantom 38 Backpack attaches every tool you’ll need for mountaineering, ski touring, and backpacking if you don’t mind it getting dirty.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 08, 2023

Watch an Extreme Skier Muse on Mortality in ‘Tempting Fear’

The film focuses on the late Andreas Fransson, blending stunning ski footage with intimate musings on fear in 25 meaningful minutes.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 04, 2023

Learning How to Sit-Ski, With Freeskier Trevor Kennison

A lifelong skier takes a step — or rather a seat — way outside his comfort zone.

Written by Aaron Bible May 01, 2023

Matador Partners With SkiBig3 for Massive Ski Trip & Gear Giveaway

Who wants a free ski trip to the gorgeous mountains of Banff, Canada? All you need is an email address for a chance to win.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 21, 2023

Conquering Colorado’s Multisport, Multiseason Sufferfest: The Grand Traverse Triple Crown

The Elk Mountains Grand Traverse is the toughest point-to-point backcountry ski race in North America.

Written by Bergen Tjossem April 20, 2023

Colorado’s ‘Little Alaska’: Cameron Pass Is a Hidden Gem for Backcountry Skiers

Colorado Mountain School’s Seven Utes Yurt is a launchpad for backcountry adventure and education — one of Colorado’s best-kept ski secrets.

Written by Will Matuska April 17, 2023

Salomon Prototypers Find ‘Gold Mine’ in Trash, Build Snowboards From Scraps

Salomon’s designers have begun experimenting with snowboards and skis made from recycled materials. The results speak for themselves.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 17, 2023

Spring Ski Traverse of the White Mountains’ Presidential Range

This POV-style ski vid offers lonely skiing amid the gorgeous vistas of New Hampshire’s White Mountains.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 17, 2023

Ski Pass Prices Go Up This Week — Get Yours Before They Do

The Epic Pass, Ikon Pass, Indie Pass and Power Pass are all available for the 2023/24 ski season for a discounted price that isn’t going…

Written by Will Brendza April 17, 2023

‘Red Bull Cascade’ Comp Blends Steez and Skill on 2-Mile Ski Course

Skier/filmmaker Bobby Brown’s brainchild aims to ‘open up the door for different riders to showcase their skills.’

Written by Andrew Marshall April 14, 2023

Boat, Bootpack, Sufferfest: Schirmer Crew Skis ‘Near-Vertical’ 800m Line in Fjords

Here’s a ‘rematch’ between one of the best athlete crews in winter sports and a beastly line that could kill them.

Written by Sam Anderson April 12, 2023

Boarder Gets Eaten by Tree Well, Brushes Death Before Rescue

The backcountry is full of dangers — from wild animals to avalanches and extreme weather — but tree wells are one of the scariest.

Written by Will Brendza April 10, 2023

Nailing the Ski Touring Sweet Spot: Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Hybrid Collection Review

The Black Diamond Dawn Patrol outerwear and hybrid insulation collection are purpose-built for fast-paced days in the backcountry.

Written by Bergen Tjossem April 07, 2023

Mikaela Shiffrin Shares Behind-the-Scenes Struggles With ‘Moving Right Along’

Watch the day-to-day travails of a ski champion with Shiffrin’s ongoing YouTube series.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 07, 2023

‘Absolute Carnage’: Attempting a Double Flip on a Micro Jump

Getting major air off a huge jump is (relatively) easy. Crushing a trick off a 2-footer? A wee bit more complicated.

Written by Andrew Marshall April 04, 2023

Get Yours Now: The 2023-2024 Ikon Pass Is Here

Spring is on the horizon, but don’t let that stop you from planning for your ski and snowboard adventures in the coming season. The Ikon…

Feels Like Flying: Wiley Miller Gets Philosophical on Piloting Planes and Skiing

Wiley Miller takes us up into the air in TGR’s latest edit, ‘Logbook,’ and reflects on the many interwoven similarities between two of the things…

Written by Will Brendza March 30, 2023

#TBT When the Western US Was Not Planet Hoth, and Sunny Skiing Bloomed

Ah, Throwback Thursday. The time to kick back, cue up some anachronistic media, and reminisce.

Written by Sam Anderson March 30, 2023

A Touring Boot Punching Way Above Its Weight Class: La Sportiva Skorpius CR II Review

The much-loved La Sportiva Skorpius goes lighter and stiffer in the CR II version to pilot all the touring skis in your backcountry quiver.

Written by Bergen Tjossem March 29, 2023

Build Spring Stoke With This Reel From Ski Queen Tonje, ‘Female Skier of the Year’

Want to see what iF3’s Female Skier of the Year looks like in the wild? Look no further than this sweet, short edit.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 27, 2023

Fabulous, Fluffy Turns at Whistler Blackcomb ‘Pow Party’

If you like your days at the resort bustling and snow-buried, then YouTube channel Rise & Alpine has the clip for you.

Written by Sam Anderson March 27, 2023

Poles You’ll Never Need to Adjust: Folkrm Wyeast Backcountry Ski Pole Review

The lightweight yet durable design of the Folkrm Wyeast ski poles coupled with the long pole grips allows for creative and efficient uphill travel.

Written by Anneka Williams March 23, 2023

Never Lose Your Skis Again: Peak Ski Company to Include Built-In Tracking Technology

The PEAK Lôc8 is a new technology from Peak Ski Company and Pebblebee allowing users to access an app and track their lost skis just…

Written by Will Brendza March 21, 2023

Van Life and Skiing in Japan When the Mercury Plummets

YouTuber Ryan Butterfield endured a record-breaking Japanese storm in his van. Then he and his buds went skiing. Enough said.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 20, 2023

The Soul of Skiing is Alive in Idaho: A Guide to All 19 Idaho Ski Areas

‘The way skiing used to be’ is the way things still are in the Gem State. Looking to visit Idaho? Add one of these ski…

Written by Aaron Theisen March 17, 2023

Ski Tour the Dolomites With Bruno Pisani in ‘A Dream Came True’

YouTube adventurer Bruno Pisani found a silver lining to Europe’s paltry winter: The Dolomites were ready for ski touring a few months early.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 17, 2023

Any Capacity You Want: The Arc’teryx Rush SK 32 Expands for Your Backcountry Ski Needs

This roll-top Arc’teryx Rush SK 32 backcountry ski backpack looks great, carries backcountry tools, and expands to 40 L for big days in the mountains.

Written by Bergen Tjossem March 16, 2023

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