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After going missing on Monday while descending from the summit, Nelson was found by a search and rescue team
These skis make tackling firm snow and narrower trails a heck of a lot easier
Two days after Nelson went missing on Manaslu, details about the ski mountaineer’s accident are emerging
The new documentary ‘Buried’ looks back at 1982 tragedy at Alpine Meadows ski resort, and finds lessons that are as relevant as ever about surviving a traumatic event
The eight-mile gondola connecting Salt Lake City to Alta and Snowbird would be the longest in the world
A new National Geographic series streaming on Disney+ features everyone from Conrad Anker to Justine Dupont going deep about their most pivotal close calls and mistakes
The proposed eight-mile lift would alleviate ski traffic in Little Cottonwood Canyon and bring visitors to Snowbird and Alta resorts
Introducing this year's crop of SKI Test category winners. Chances are, they'll be at the top of your list, too.
With this boot, advanced and expert skiers with a wider foot no longer have to sacrifice performance for fit
A high-performance boot for advanced skiers with narrow feet
This high performance ski boot is for those who refuse to sacrifice control for comfort
If you liked the Salomon S/Max, wait till you step into this new boot
These new alpine, hybrid, and touring bindings come packed with exciting new features
If you have your sights set on long backcountry tours even during low tide, this ski may be just the ticket
An ideal ski for beginners to gain confidence on hardpack and corduroy
Finally, an Enforcer designed to adventure beyond the ropes
A bomber all-mountain ski tailor-made for hard-chargers
This ski is one of the best in class when it comes to balancing performance and approachability
Don’t let the pretty top sheet fool you—this all-mountain tool means business, especially in the crud
These skis let you bring the playfulness of your resort skiing to the backcountry
No women’s powder ski list would be complete without this perennial favorite
A slight change in construction makes the new Kendo 88 more accessible and more fun
Looking for a jack-of-all-trades in the backcountry? Look no further
This wider all-mountain ski can cut through crud and carve up groomers
A ski for those who want an all-mountain ski, but don’t want to sacrifice the ability to carve
Testers once again designated the Enforcer 100 as the benchmark ski of the all-mountain category
This ski didn’t steal the show again this year, but you’d be hard pressed to find a better crud ski
This forgiving and energetic all-mountain ski is ideal for those looking to gain confidence off the groomed
A beer-league racing ski for those ex-racer types out there
If you gravitate towards quick and playful skis that can still hold their own when the going gets tough, check out this little number
A wide all-mountain ski for the more playful skiers out there
This year’s Most Improved award goes to this energetic and fun ski
If you’re looking for a a no-nonsense frontside ski that excels in crud, look no further
These playful planks were designed for skiers of the mountain west
These traditional women's downhill ski boots are built for ladies who charge the resort
These wide, rockered planks will help you milk those powder days for all their worth
This year’s most forgiving powder ski is also a ton of fun
Featuring a slim waist and lightweight construction, this backcountry ski is for those who need quick sticks to tackle big, technical terrain
Our favorite backcountry skis of the year aren’t just lightweight skis that power up the skintrack. They’re bonafide downhill performers.
If you’re a carver girl at heart but need something a little wider underfoot, the Ripstick 94 W is your compromise
An easy-skiing option for all levels, especially newer or casual skiers
This year’s best wide all-mountain ski is a tried and true performer
Looking for goggs with magnetic lens change systems, UV protection, and color-boosting contrast? Look no further.
If you like to carve even when you have wide planks underfoot, this is your ski
For soft snow and deep days, reach for these playful planks
This easy-going ride will follow you wherever you go, as long as it’s on edge
We put 26 all-mountain wide skis to the test. These 14 are the best of the best.
We give you the most versatile and responsive wide all-mountain ride of the year
With a more moderate waist, this is the ski for East Coast pow hounds and those of us who live in reality
Don’t bother checking the snow report—these skis always deliver, no matter the conditions
Looking for the perfect backcountry ski for deep days and big missions? Start here.
If you’re a dedicated resort skier looking for ski boots that are all about downhill performance, start here
This powder ski for ladies is as playful as it is pretty
If you gravitate towards a damp, stiff ski for backcountry adventures, this is your stick
This year’s most exciting new backcountry ski charges like a downhill ski
The best powder ski of the year will make an all-time day even more all-time
Introducing the top-rated women’s all-mountain ski of the year
A beefy ski with stability and power for strong intermediates and up
Whether you’re looking for a dedicated lightweight alpine touring boot or a hybrid boot to take on the resort and the backcountry, you’ll find something that fits the bill right here
It’s hard to find a wide all-mountain ski that’s this stable at speed
A quick whip for all-mountain adventures in tight terrain
If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski to do it all, and do it all really well, this is your ticket to ride
A powder ski with a versatile waist width to tackle the snow you get instead of the snow you want
These wide, rockered planks designed for the deepest days of the year will do more than float—they fly
The e-Titan is a groomer ski with a one-track mind: to slice and dice hardpack
This year’s chart-topping wide all-mountain ski for ladies lives for soft snow and crud
A backcountry stick for those who gravitate towards directional skis
This new powder ski from Faction is for hard-chargers who don’t shy away from the steep and deep
This year’s No. 1 frontside ski has no true weakness
From early season laps to encouraging ladies to get comfortable on edge, these frontside tools with slimmer waists take skiing back to the fundamentals
This year’s No. 2 ski is a wider waisted frontside ski that can crush groomers as well as the crud
This tough bird won’t let you down when the pow turns to crud
When it’s soft and light in the backcountry, reach for these playful planks
