Snowboarding

Trailblazing Olympic Snowboarder Dies in Avalanche in Swiss Alps

On Jan. 11, 2026, pioneering snowboarder Ueli Kestenholz was involved in a fatal avalanche incident in Switzerland.

Written by Will Brendza January 13, 2026

It’s Time for a Hard Talk About (Not) Using Chairlift Bars

Chairlift accidents are more common (and often severe) than most people realize. So, why is there still so much resistance to using safety bars in…

Written by Will Brendza January 12, 2026

Fashion Meets Function for Bigger Bodies: TREW Gear Stella PRIMO Plus-Size Women’s Ski Jacket Review

Made in plus sizes, TREW Gear’s Stella PRIMO Plus women’s ski jacket is durable, technical, and eco-friendly for the resort and backcountry.

Written by Tania Awalegaonkar January 12, 2026

Colorado Town Takes Major Step in Purchase of Ski Resort

The small mountain town is making moves to purchase its local ski resort for close to $120 million.

Written by Cooper Gegan January 09, 2026

Telluride Ski Patrol Ends Strike, Mountain to Fully Reopen

After almost two full weeks, the Telluride Ski Patrol has signed an agreement with its employer and will return to work immediately to reopen the…

Written by Will Brendza January 09, 2026

Best Snowboard Boots for Men of 2026

In this article, snowboard expert Eric Phillips breaks down everything you need to know about snowboard boots for men.

Written by Eric Phillips December 18, 2025

Best Snowboard Jackets for Men of 2025-2026

Whether you’re into bold colors, classic cuts, or oversized freeride-inspired fits, there’s a men’s snowboard jacket that suits your vibe.

Written by Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

Best Snowboard Pants for Men of 2025-2026

For the resort and backcountry, we field-tested the best snowboard pants for men including The North Face, Dakine, Salomon and more.

Written by Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

The Best All-Mountain Snowboards of 2025-2026

Our experts tested the best all-mountain snowboards. Top picks include GNU, Burton, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Eric Phillips December 17, 2025

‘ShredLORD’ Snowboard Suspension Device Crushes Kickstarter Goal

It took 3 years and six prototypes to develop ShredLORD, the world’s first snowboard suspension system. Now it’s ready to hit the market and the…

Written by Will Brendza December 16, 2025

Articulated Armor for Storm Days and Backcountry Missions: Stio Objective LP Insulated Ski Gloves Review

The Stio Objective LP Insulated Ski Glove is waterproof and windproof with articulated construction and a comfortable, slightly roomy fit.

Written by Morgan Tilton December 08, 2025

Skiers and Snowboarders in Italy Are Now Required by Law to Wear Helmets

A law in Italy requiring ski helmets has been expanded to include skiers and riders of all ages, no matter their nationality.

Written by Juan Hernandez December 04, 2025

Jackson Hole’s Hidden History: ‘Layers of Time’ Rewinds Millions of Years for Resort’s 60th Birthday

To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Jackson Hole released ‘Layers of Time,’ a film that explores the 9-million–year history of the mountain that became the icon.

Written by Will Brendza December 01, 2025

Save Up to 40% With Sun & Ski Sports Holiday Deals

The Sun & Ski Sports Holiday Sale is your chance to save up to 40% on winter jackets, skis, snowboards, and more.

Sponsored by Sun & Ski Sports December 01, 2025

$15 Million Bounty for Olympic Snowboarder Turned ‘Drug Kingpin’

Former Olympian and accused drug trafficker Ryan Wedding now faces murder charges and an increased bounty as one of the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted.

Written by Mary Andino November 25, 2025

Wisconsin’s ‘Snowiest Resort’ Declares Bankruptcy After Second Snowless Season

Wisconsin’s Whitecap Mountains Resort has seen low snowfall for 2 years, forcing the ski area to file for bankruptcy — or have its property liquidated.

Written by Will Brendza November 25, 2025

Take a Break From Waxing With Phantom Glide

Backcountry now offers a Phantom Glide base treatment as an add-on to eligible ski or snowboard purchases. Now you can ditch waxing for good.

Sponsored by Backcountry November 20, 2025

Last Chance: Buy Your 2025-2026 Epic Pass Before Sales End

Time is running out to get a 2025-2026 Epic Pass from Vail Resorts. Get yours before it’s too late — or check out some of…

Written by Will Brendza November 17, 2025

The Best Gifts for Winter 2025: Win the Holidays With These Cold-Weather Gear Ideas

Holiday gift shopping sneaks up on all of us and it’s rarely an easy task. That’s why we pulled together a list of our favorite…

Written by Will Brendza and M.T. Elliott November 05, 2025

The Best Snowboard Bindings of 2025-2026

Solid, comfortable snowboard bindings are an essential part of connecting with the slopes. We tested the best sets including Rome, Union, and more.

Written by Eric Phillips and Morgan Tilton October 29, 2025

The Best Snowboard Pants of 2025-2026

Whether you’re taking laps at the resort, hitting the park, or dropping into the sidecountry, these are our favorite snowboard pants for riders.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Eric Phillips October 28, 2025

The Best Splitboards of 2025-2026

Splitboarding is one of the best ways to enjoy the backcountry. Here are our top splitboard picks including Never Summer, Stranda, Jones and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Sean Galaway October 20, 2025

The Best Snowboard Boots of 2025-2026

We tested all-mountain and freestyle snowboard boots for the resort and backcountry to find the best options from Burton, Vans, K2, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Drew Zieff October 15, 2025

The Best Snowboard Jackets of 2025-2026

From the ski resort to the backcountry, we tested and found the best snowboard jackets for all conditions and budgets.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Eric Phillips October 15, 2025

Stio Objective Insulated Winter Mittens Review: Refined Style Meets Storm-Day Protection

Posh and technical, the Stio Objective Insulated winter mittens are warm, lightweight, and have PFAS-free GORE-TEX waterproof liners.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 09, 2025

The North Face Women’s FD Pro 160 Synthetic Base Layer: Fair Price, High Performance

The North Face Women’s FD Pro 160 Crew and Tights is a synthetic base layer that dries fast, doesn’t sag, and lasts without the price…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 09, 2025

Extra-Wide, Stable, Versatile: Never Summer Nokhu DF All-Mountain Snowboard Review

The extra-wide Never Summer Nokhu DF (drag-free) is perfect for big snowboard boots and equally at home across the mountain.

Written by Eric Phillips October 08, 2025

Yours for the Next Decade: Flylow Chemical Men’s Ski Pants Review

The updated Flylow Chemical ski pants for men carry on the legacy of durability at a great price.

Written by Bergen Tjossem October 07, 2025

‘See Naked’ Slopeside: Pit Viper’s BN5000 Goggles Claim to Enhance Peripheral View

Introducing the BN5000, Pit Viper’s latest snow goggle that supposedly enhances your peripheral field of view for safer, more confident riding.

Written by Will Brendza October 07, 2025

Smith Vantage 2 MIPS Ski Helmet Review: Top Lid Gets Subtle Upgrades

From comfort to protection, the Smith Vantage 2 MIPS ski helmet is one of the best ski helmets I’ve tested.

Written by Sean McCoy October 07, 2025

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