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We asked. They told. In-the-know locals divulge their secret powder lines, après breweries, and hidden hot springs.

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Finally, a ski for women that excels in all conditions, from hardpack to powder to tight trees

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These former ski resorts are great places to backcountry ski and snowboard

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For those of us chasing powder, here's what the meteorologists say winter likely has in store

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‘Higher Truths’ follows skiers Chris Rubens and Cody Townsend on a journey to ski Mount Colangma in the Himalayas

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Soul-sucking whiteouts and not enough food stymied the polar explorer’s best efforts

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Why give stuff when you can give a travel experience instead?

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Jon Rockwood started his own production company to capture all the talent the ski industry has to offer

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Forget airline storm delays and baggage fees. The best way to travel this winter is by hitting the open road.

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Everything you need to know about the biggest downhill skiing races of the season

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‘Perks’ tracks Nikolai Schirmer and Flo Bastian as they ski the backcountry in British Columbia, Chamonix, and the Lyngen Alps. 

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Lower your expectations, be kind to yourself, and always pack hot chocolate

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From tracking storms to scoring flights to staying safe in the backcountry, these apps will help you nail your next big ski trip

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This simple, affordable product will protect your expensive eyewear

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This is the trailer for ‘A Land Shaped by Women,’ which explores gender equality in Iceland.

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From the filmmakers at Mad Trees, ‘We Heard You Need Gloves’ features a group of female shredders ripping up the terrain at Mount Baker.

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Ski photographer Oskar Enander sees the world differently than most of us—in black and white.

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Don't look down (and other lessons)

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We can't wait to check out these ten new snow-country huts, lodges, and hotels

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We give you the gift of learning to fall

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Though he can’t enjoy an après beer yet, Kai Jones may be the most stylish skier on the slopes of Jackson Hole, Wyoming

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In this film, ‘The Wild Crow,’ ski guide Beau Fredlund reflects on his relationship with the small town of Cooke City, Montana.

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Advice from new parents on getting after it while you're starting a family

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Icelantic Skis, a boutique company in Colorado, wasn't profitable a few years ago. Then Annelise Loevlie became the CEO, and things changed.

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Drying your soaked kit is the key to make it last

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In this short video from Teton Gravity Research, skier Hadley Hammer explores the best place to escape the pull of connectivity

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Skiing is a dance. We consulted a pro skier and former ballerina to find out how to train for it.

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The corporations buying up resorts are making the slopes crowded. But they're also throwing the sport a lifeline.

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Your pup loves powder days, too. Here's how to make sure your backcountry adventure goes smoothly.

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Planning a ski trip? Here’s where to score deep snow.

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In a time when so many brands are marketing to women in smart ways, the body-shaming fliers that sparked major blowback in Missoula felt especially tasteless

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Skiers Christina Lustenberger and Dane Tudor hunt for fresh stashes of powder along the banks of the mighty Columbia River.

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We talked with a dermatologist to find out the best way to prevent the winter sun from damaging your skin

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The hipster brand's new ski apparel line is more about fashion than function. But if making the sport trendy gets more women on snow, then that’s OK.

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'The Abbey' follows a group of skiers seeking amazing turns on the slopes of Engelberg, Switzerland.

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This lavish mountain hut in the heart of Denali National Park may be perched on a razor’s edge, but its real thrill is access to endless adventure

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Downhill skier Victor Muffat-Jeandet races drone pilot Jordan Temkin and his machine on the slopes of Snowbird, Utah

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Celebrate ice climbing, snow monsters, and bluegrass at these stellar seasonal jubilees

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This film aims to answer the question of why these athletes push themselves to the outer limits. 

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Have you ever thought, ‘Mom, how could you say that?’ well, this film is littered with those moments.

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How halfpipe skier Cassie Sharpe stays on top after winning Olympic gold

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Who doesn't love warm and cozy clothing after skiing?

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These mountains do way more than just recycle

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We break down the jargon and tell you what you really need to understand

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If the shoe fits, ski in it

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You don't have to be an Olympic-caliber athlete to ski with one

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Skiers Kalen Thorien and Stan Rey​​​​​​​ poll their Instagram following for recommendations on an international ski trip.

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Skiers Christina Lustenberger and Dane Tudor search the headwaters of the Columbia river for some of the world’s most sought-after snow.

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Why the season's most interesting ski movies are the ones about individual athletes

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Sidelined? Here's a little advice from the pros on staying sane—and coming back stronger than ever.

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This season of 'Westward,' from KGB Productions, features local entrepreneurs and avid skiers in Tahoe.

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Hoji, from Matchstick Productions, chronicles the Alberta native’s rise within the skiing community. 

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This is the jacket I most frequently pull out of my closet for winter activities

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Following the snow this winter? Here's how to train on the fly.

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Michelle Parker loves long walks in the mountains. Here's how she trains for them.

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The world's best lodges have something in common—unparalleled access to vast wilderness, soaring peaks, and empty coastlines

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Put the beers in the snowbank. Drinking while shredding—or running or biking—is for Joes, Chads, Barts, and Squis

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Nelson and Morrison are the first to successfully ski 7,000 vertical feet from the summit of Nepal’s Lhotse, one of the most prized high-altitude lines in the world

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Thanks to massive powder conditions, Wolf Creek will be the first ski area to open this season. Here's what you need to know, plus the resorts we think could be turning chairlifts next.

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A complete revamp of a classic leads the cream of the crop from our test in Snowbird, Utah

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Slick trousers for powder-day overachievers

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Gear haulers slim down and grow up

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As mega-passes continue to add resorts, now is the time to ditch single-day lift tickets for good

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Salomon has done it again with their upcoming season of ski films.

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It snowed at Keystone this week. It's time to get ready.

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From the filmmakers at Teton Gravity Research, ‘Far Out’ will feature epic footage from its extensive list of creditworthy skiers.

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Skiing apparel company Norrona sent three of its ambassadors to ski in the Lyngen Alps of Norway.

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If successful, Hilaree Nelson and Jim Morrison would become the first people to ski the fourth-highest mountain in the world on a route that's eluded mountaineers for decades

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Made from Polartec NeoShell, the Reliance performs peerlessly, yet still looks stylish

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P.T. Wood owns a gin and whiskey distillery in Salida, Colorado, where he also happens to be the mayor

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We put 161 pairs of planks through the paces during our annual ski test at Snowbird mountain in Utah. These eight won out.

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A new European carrier takes you to the heart of the Alps. Skis fly free.

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A group of Outside editors took advantage of a recent snowstorm to rip around on some of the newest designs for winter 2017-18

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Throughout winter, regional avalanche forecasters rank the danger level in the backcountry, but a new study found they can sometimes disagree dramatically on snowpack conditions

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With winter quickly approaching, we’re getting pretty excited for ski season here at Outside. We caught up with pro skier and trainer Crystal Wright to learn some ski-specific workouts to get in shape for the slopes.

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The professional skier balances spending time with her 4-month-old son and training for the 2018 Olympics

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If operators can’t get things moving again, here’s what to expect

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Lots of new snow, an unstable early season snowpack, and high backcountry traffic all contribute

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After three years of failing on the slopes, online editor Scott Rosenfield finally discovers the beauty—and pain—of downhill skiing.

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After years of failing on the slopes, Online Editor Scott Rosenfield finally discovers the beauty–and pain–of downhill skiing. Watch his transformation from Zero to Hero, as he tries to conquer his challenge of becomming a strong enough skier to skin up the mountain at…

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