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The Sno-Go is the only way to have fun in the snow on a bike
The ski mountaineer was known for her relentless summits of the world’s toughest mountains. But the best thing she did for her career was take a break.
Our favorite snow-sports eyewear of all time, from affordable to high-tech
Our favorite puffies and shells for men and women, whether you’re riding lifts or out for a tour
It’s time we made America’s prime backcountry skiing and snowboarding terrain safer and more accessible. First step: bombing slopes in the way-out-of-bounds.
The recent additions to the Epic Pass highlight, again, the massive consolidation occurring across the ski industry, which is driving up rents and turning mountain towns into company towns
Snorkel in hand, a Polish photographer plumbs endless powder accumulations in the Hokkaido backcountry
In ‘Ice and Palms,’ skiers Jochen Mesle and Max Kroneck set out from their homes in Germany to bikepack 1,118 miles to Nice, France
In Pattie Gonia's new music video,​​​​​​​ she skis and lip-synchs to the 'Frozen' hit "Let It Go"
One small Colorado-based ski company invited women to describe their perfect powder ski—then made their dreams a reality
Maloja’s Nutal jacket is gear editor Ben’s go-to winter layer on the ski slopes and around town
‘My Girls’ features a group of four women on their annual ski weekend, celebrating a bond that formed in the mountains.
‘Troll Wall,’ from Salomon TV, documents Kilian Jornet’s first ski descent of the Fiva route in Norway’s Romsdalen Valley
These alpine refuges offer simplicity and shelter in the Colorado high country
Posting shots of my kids skiing, camping, and playing outside is good for my brand as an adventure writer. And there's nothing wrong with that.
Here's where the pioneering skier sends it when she's not shredding the backcountry
First criterion: they can't overlap with your ski socks
Our resident gear expert is a fan of rising at the crack of dawn to get a couple laps in
Professional skiers Greg Hill and Chris Rubens fly, drive, and snowmobile to remote ski lines all over the globe.
No matter where or how you ski, you need a pair that fits just right, minimizes sweat, and keeps you warm
Sensationalized forecasts from news anchors who appear to hate winter and have zero idea how to dress for it are keeping an increasingly inert population inside
According to a recent story in Bloomberg, celebrities and gallons of champagne are all in a day's work at Aspen. But for the rest of us, it’s not so glamorous.
Our 7 favorite scents for men who prefer ski boots to a suit jacket
The affordable models are surprisingly capable, but what you get for more money is undeniable
Want an outfit that will take you from the slopes to town to the airport on your next ski trip? We've got you covered.
Ski season is far from over. Here's how to squeeze in one more epic trip without breaking the bank.
The professional ski mountaineer counts these titles among her all-time favorites
She took home her fourth World Championships gold medal in slalom Saturday
‘A Tele Tale’ features a group of telemark skiers traveling to the powder havens of Japan, Utah, and Wyoming
The LiftOp Biggie is the rack we recommend to our friends
This dorky little windshield wiper is the world's most effective tool for cleaning your goggles
‘Wallmapu’ follows skiers Piers Solomon and Rodrigo Guzman as they explore the sacred slopes of Chile.
Gear editor Ben Fox walks us through what makes Backcountry's first ski jacket and bibs perfect for a day on the hill
Ski-apparel brand Spyder dropped by our offices to show off some of the new gear for 2019
‘Snowfarmers’ features a small ski hill called Plattekill in New York where snowmaking is the lifeblood of its success
Ski, snowshoe, ice-skate, or score a snowy visit without the crowds at these iconic parks
The former Powder editor shares his tricks of the trade
According to skier McKenna Peterson, the snow spigot turned on over Montana last year, and many of her big-line objectives beckoned
You want protection that goes on easy and keeps your mug from resembling a wind-chapped chunk of meat
‘Being Sherry McConkey’ profiles its namesake character in her pursuits as the founder of a nonprofit
The latest film from Patagonia and filmmaker Jordan Manley, ‘Treeline’ explores an integral part of the skiing landscape—trees
Cold temperatures didn't stop one Chicagoan from training
From California to Ecuador, here's how to spend a couple of days in the backcountry while a guide leads the way
Mountain biker Pete Costain has a thirst for adventure. So it's only natural that his affinity for the outdoors was passed on to his kids.
A new documentary is telling the story of the immigrants who keep ski towns running
And much of the sport’s innovation is thanks to Jeff Scott, a snowboarder turned pioneer of sit skiing
Two men died in one of the worst inbounds avalanches in decades. What happens now?
The best way to get first chair? Park next to it.
‘The Fire That Saved Sun Valley’ features a backcountry ski guide​​ as he makes peace with a natural disaster
Layering your outerwear for a day of backcountry skiing can be tricky. Watch learn how to dial your layers for a day on the slopes.
Higher-priced gear almost always performs better. But how much better? And is it worth the extra bills?
The ski mountaineer takes a no-frills approach to prepare for the world’s hardest descents
Because nothing kills the joy of playing in the snow and cold faster than cold hands
Cody Townsend announced that he’ll attempt to ski all the lines laid out in ‘Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North America’
A free trip to Sweden, apparel, lift tickets, a ski lesson, and a plus-one included
After decades of film skiing, he caught the ski mountaineering bug
In this installment of Salomon’s ‘Freeski Dream Trip,’ skier Michael Zaretzke travels to Georgia with Stan Rey and Josh Daiek.
The versatility of these American-made planks is second to none
Blizzard's Women2Women summit gathers skiers to talk about how to improve women's ski design. And it's working.
Some accommodations don't just tolerate dogs. They love them as much as you do.
Everything you need to know about the international big-mountain competition
From the Road West Traveled, ‘Abandoned’ highlights the diminishing amount of ski resorts in Colorado
Film to be based on the book about Doug Coombs written by Massachusetts author Rob Cocuzzo
Gear editor Ariella Gintzler walks us through new 2019 gear from Gregory, Outdoor Research, and Scarpa.
Designed for hut trips to sidecountry adventures and everything in between, here are our favorite snow-sports packs
The initiative, led by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is ambitious, but some in the outdoor industry argue it's the only hope for saving wild places from climate change
The Smith I/O was already one of our favorite pairs of goggles—and now it’s even better, thanks to a new magnetic lens-swapping system
I've spent hundreds of hours of testing shirts. These five are the best.
Whether you ski more powder or hardpack, these planks have the chops to perform on any mountain, any day
This one is not for the weekend warriors
This film from the BRASS Foundation​​​​​​​ provides some really helpful avalanche advice
The ski trail map at your local mountain was probably painted by James Niehues. Now you can see his life's work in one beautiful book.
Focus on fit, insulation, and fancy extras (or lack thereof)