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Need to know what to wear for backcountry outings this winter? Pro skiers Drew Petersen and Mali Noyes walk us through it.
Pro skiers Drew Petersen and Mali Noyes give a crash course in common touring gear
Know the risks, the terrain, and the gear you need before your maiden voyage into the backcountry
These are the items on my gift list that will help my family make the most of the winter…
Getting outdoors in the winter doesn't have to be miserable. Here, musher Blair Braverman shares her top ten tips for keeping cozy in frigid temperatures.
On skinny skis, access to socially distant outdoors time is easy. But picking out the right gear isn't.
When it comes to big purchases like skis and bikes, many of us are punching above or below our weight. Psychology helps explain why.
Now through November 22, save up to 30 percent on gear and apparel at Moosejaw’s Anniversary Sale. Here’s what we’re eyeing.
This film showcases the newest addition to WNDR Alpine's lineup, the Vital 100
Skiers are claiming that there are issues with Pieps DSP backcountry safety devices
Coats for every adventure, from sunny singletrack to frigid summits
Versatile lids that keep your noggin safe, inbounds and out
Dialed and ready for big loads, these bags will help you keep the pace
Maximize your child’s winter fun this season
This season's best boards charge hard, but they're a blast at all speeds
Fast tint shifts, seamless lens changes, and better antifog technology mean you can focus on your line
Speed demons, air addicts, and powder hounds, meet your matches
The right combination of power, finesse, and comfort
Ski faster and safer this winter
This season’s best for climbing up and ripping back down
Four days. Eighteen testers. More than 150 pairs of skis.
In February, our team of testers headed to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, to try out new skis from every major brand in the industry
Sussing out the best new skis meant four straight days of shredding. Here's some of what we wore to stay warm, safe, and comfortable.
Last week the snow-sports world was arguing over whether or not chairlifts should be running during the coronavirus crisis. Now it's donating goggles to hospitals in need.
Ensure your winter gloves last as long as possible with a little TLC
When things go wrong on a ski tour, this is what you should have in your pack
Maximize your backcountry fun with these tips
We sent six editors down a hill for a gear review
We tested and reviewed them, and now they’re all up to 25 percent off. Plus, five other winter pieces we love.
These are our favorite pieces on sale at REI’s ski clearance from now until February 17.
Matt Sterbenz believes his company, Wndr Alpine, may have just made the best ski ever. It happens to be built with algae.
After a long day on the slopes, your body deserves a little après of its own
Six decades after learning on wooden planks, one person's quest for the holy grail
One writer's meditation on the confusing world of snow-sports apparel
Cold hands, tired feet, and wet bottoms will ruin your ski day, so investing in quality gear for those areas is worth it
Going to the bathroom while skiing is notoriously difficult. These bottoms ease the burden.
Leave the snow pants, helmet, and goggles at home
Running with a stroller is all well and good in the milder months, but it takes a little extra planning to pull off in winter
What we're most excited about for the upcoming season
The Sunski Treelines are great for skiing and everyday adventures
Here, Wes Siler shows you how to buy snowshoes and how to use them. Watch this, and enjoy snowshoeing this winter.
We tried out every model we could get our hands on over the course of a winter. Here are the ones that rose to the top for backcountry missions, in-bounds days, and everything in between.
20 pieces we'll be using on the mountain this winter
Tree-topped designs that look as good as they ride
Necessities for traveling out of bounds
Powered equipment to stave off the cold
This season’s sticks are light, edgy, and versatile
Whether you’re after big objectives in the backcountry or bombing corduroy, the right boot fit can make all the difference
Advice on everything you need, from boots to a ski jacket to layering
From bomber shells to warm long sleeves, some of our favorite winter layers are on sale. Here are the pieces we recommend for ski season.
We're itching for the snow—and we're stoked about this collection
Our writer's hands-down favorite for wind-blown and chapped lips
The ski manufacturer is extending protection for pin bindings starting this winter
Time-tested classics and updated iterations
Versatility reigns as decks with inventive shapes push performance to the edge
They won’t always be on their best behavior, but at least they’ll stay warm and dry
Mission-critical kit for cars, trucks, and the garage
The season’s top performers from our ski test in Steamboat, Colorado, do everything you want them to, no matter what the conditions
Two newcomers shake things up, while a couple of old hands succeed with clever tech
Sticks for every kind of shredding
Shed a little weight from your backcountry setup
Because remote, untracked snow is worth the effort
State-of-the-art protection, minus that clamped-down feeling
Your deductible toward security in the mountains
Take advantage of steep discounts on our award-winning Winter Buyer’s Guide picks, and you’ll thank us on your first pow day next season…
You can't put a price on the peace of mind that comes with good gear organization
Beacon, check. Shovel, check. Hawaiian shirt, check.