Skiing

‘Ferrari of Chairlifts’ Opens in Japan Ski Resort

Heated leather seats by Pininfarina, individual suspension, pano views, and French hoods — Hanazono Ski Resort is serious about its new lifts.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 13, 2021

‘North of Now’: Watch Sammy Carlson’s Heart-Pounding Ski Acrobatics

Sammy Carlson turns the mountain into a canvas for artistic expression in his latest film, ‘North of Now.’

Written by Sean McCoy December 13, 2021

Skier Combines Winter Sports, Western Dance in ‘Boots Over Brim’

Skis, cowboy boots, whiskey — what else do you need? Check out this Western short film starring skier Amie Engerbretson.

Written by Mary Murphy December 10, 2021

Vail Resorts Inc. Adds ‘Seven Springs’ to Ski Park Offerings

Today, Vail Resorts Inc. announced it purchased Pittsburgh, PA-area Seven Springs Mountain Resort and its two sister facilities.

Written by Sam Anderson December 09, 2021

‘Party Beach Ski Camp’ Coach Gets Rowdy on Hidden Black Diamond Terrain

Marcus Caston is a professional skier, coach, and ‘inspiration ski consultant.’ In this series, he talks about his roots in ski racing and how Snowbird…

Written by Mary Murphy December 08, 2021

Patagonia’s ‘Mind Over Mountain’ Is a Skiing Rite of Passage

In ‘Mind Over Mountain,’ three Canadian hopefuls take on the famous Bugaboos to Rogers Pass ski traverse: 30K vertical feet, 85 miles, shaky snow.

Written by Sam Anderson December 08, 2021

Close Call: Big-Mountain Freeskier Backflips Over an Avalanche

Need a little pep in your step this week? Watch this quick shot of pro big-mountain freerider Parkin Costain escaping an avalanche.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 07, 2021

Psychedelic Stoke: Latest Ski Edit From WNDR Is All Science, Space, and Send

WNDR Alpine’s ‘The New Age of Reason’ pairs microalgae skis, mind-melting stunts, and a narrator who sounds a lot like Timothy Leary.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 03, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Hit the Slopes With Mountain Hardwear’s Powabunga 32 Pack Giveaway

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Powabunga 32 Pack from Mountain Hardwear!

Written by GJ Staff December 03, 2021

Mountaineers Log 1st Ascent in Pakistan, Ski Down Without Supplemental O2

Red Bull’s recently released adventure film ‘Doo Sar: A Karakoram Ski Expedition’ documents the action-packed first ascent and descent of Yawash Sar II, a 20,000-foot…

Written by Jilli Cluff December 02, 2021

Trees at Speed: Candide Thovex Goes Full Send Into Ski Season

Watch Candide Thovex send an outrageous line with casual grace, deft style, and one massive jump in ‘Swiss Trees.’

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2021

Must-Have Warmth With Major Style: Kari Traa Rose Half-Zip Base Layer Review

Norwegian ski brand Kari Traa has perfected the art of the half-zip base layer. Read our Kari Traa Rose Half-Zip Base Layer review.

Written by Mary Murphy November 24, 2021

High School Freshman Kai Jones Celebrates End of Year With ‘Yearbook’ Ski Edit

Kai Jones has skied some pretty insane terrain this year. But that shouldn’t be a surprise given he became a pro athlete at 11 years…

Written by Mary Murphy November 22, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Suit Up in Stio’s Environ Kit and Skillet Jacket Giveaway

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

USA Skimo Announces Qualifying Events for Ski Mountaineering Ahead of 2026 Olympics

A new winter sport is coming to the Olympics. And USA Skimo organizers have just announced its first qualifying events for U.S. athletes.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

16 Ski Resorts Opening This Week: Where to Ski in the West and East

The 2021-2022 winter season is just getting started. Here’s where to get your snow fix — with the latest resorts opening this week.

Written by Mary Murphy November 17, 2021

DPS Ski Ambassador Shreds Pristine Slopes in ‘Fuel’ Trailer Ahead of SLC Premiere

‘Fuel’ is a powder-packed film featuring DPS athlete Madison Rose Ostergren. It premieres Nov. 16, 2021, at SLC’s Lone Pine Gear Exchange.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 16, 2021

Swiss Skier Sarah Hoefflin Stars in Clever ‘Street Skiing’ Short

What’s the best part about living in a small ski town in the Swiss Alps? You can ski to dinner. Sarah Hoefflin shows us how…

Written by Mary Murphy November 16, 2021

Freeski Phenom Candide Thovex Wows in ‘Some Laps in the Park’

Watch the inimitable freeskier Candide Thovex jump, corkscrew, and straightline moguls in this short but sick powder teaser.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 15, 2021

Alex Honnold & Cody Townsend Join Forces, Link Crater to Mt. Whitney on ‘Uncomfortable’ Route

From Badwater Basin to the top of Mt. Whitney, Townsend and Honnold gain nearly 14,800 ft of elevation by human power alone — if they…

Written by Jilli Cluff November 10, 2021

Kids Outgrow Their Ski Gear: Here’s What to Do With It

Your (or your kids’) past-season gear can keep a kid warm and dry during their first ski or snowboard lesson via SOS Outreach and the…

Written by Natasha Buffo November 09, 2021

Scan Your Face for Custom 3D-Printed Ski Goggles: Smith Launches ‘Imprint’ Tech

Smith claims custom 3D-printed ski goggles, featuring first-to-market tech, can increase comfort, remove pressure points, and reduce light leakage.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 09, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi MIPS Helmet and Boondock RIG Goggles Giveaway

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Skeletal Remains in Rocky Mountain National Park May Solve 38-Year-Old Mystery

Officials believe skeletal remains found on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park belong to a West German ski mountaineer who disappeared in the…

Written by Sam Anderson November 05, 2021

Watch ‘The Ultimate Run,’ the Best Ski Vid Yet of 2021

Freeskier Markus Eder shreds seamlessly between sheer faces, titanic glacial blocks, and powdery front country, plus the snow-covered terrain of a mining museum in ‘The…

Written by Andrew Marshall November 04, 2021