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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
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
One writer's meditation on the confusing world of snow-sports apparel
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
State-of-the-art protection, minus that clamped-down feeling
Your deductible toward security in the mountains
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
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.
We just wrapped up reviewing a batch of the best upcoming models at Crested Butte Mountain Resort in Colorado. Here's how it went down.
Our favorite models for everything from resort shredding to backcountry touring
Nadia Burton couldn't always find ski gear that fit her body or her style. So she made her own.
Our favorite models for everything from frontside groomers to sidecountry pow
We judged five contenders on user friendliness, comfort, and how well they carry a load
In this installment of The 101 from contributor Bryan Rogala, he walks us through the different types of ski jackets on the market
From camber and rocker to groomers versus pow, it's easy to get lost in the vocabulary of buying your first set of skis
Safety first! In this episode of The 101, Bryan Rogala walks us through the basics of buying a ski helmet and goggles
Education is the best investment you can make while learning to backcountry ski
Our favorite snow-sports eyewear of all time, from affordable to high-tech
An active outdoor lifestyle doesn’t end with pregnancy. It's time for gear manufacturers to tap into the growing market of high-performance maternity apparel.
One small Colorado-based ski company invited women to describe their perfect powder ski—then made their dreams a reality
The affordable models are surprisingly capable, but what you get for more money is undeniable
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
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
We know a serious sale when we see one
You want protection that goes on easy and keeps your mug from resembling a wind-chapped chunk of meat
Ben shows off our top gear picks under $50
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.
Because nothing kills the joy of playing in the snow and cold faster than cold hands