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Holiday Gear & Apparel Ideas From Backcountry

Find gift ideas for loved ones, or yourself, with these popular gear and apparel picks at Backcountry.

What’s Next: Gold Medalist Ted Ligety Talks Goggle Trends His Brand Will Never Follow

Retired Olympian Ted Ligety thinks some of ski goggles’ most popular design features are just trendy marketing gimmicks. He told GearJunkie why we’ll never see…

Written by Will Brendza November 01, 2023

The Best Ski Socks of 2024

Winter is in full swing, and that means you’ll be spending a lot of time in the snow. These are the best ski socks of…

Written by Morgan Tilton, Meghan LaHatte and Mary Murphy October 31, 2023

The Best Winter Gloves of 2024

From lightweight layers to heavily insulated options, we found the best winter gloves for 2024 for every budget, temperature, and snow-centric sport and activity. Check…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Mattie Schuler October 31, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Couloir GORE-TEX Insulated Jacket From MEC

This week, two lucky winners will receive a MEC Couloir GORE-TEX insulated jacket.

Jackson Hole Slammed With 17 Inches of Snow in 24 Hours! The Teton Flow Is Back

It looks like winter is coming early to the Tetons, with a bounty of October snow in Jackson Hole.

Written by Will Brendza October 27, 2023

Techy Drip: Winter Hike & Snow Apparel From Helly Hansen

No matter how steep your winter missions are, the latest apparel from Helly Hansen uses top-grade insulation and shell fabrics to keep you warm, dry,…

Jones Achieves Big First With ‘Re-Up’ Snowboard Recycling Program

In an industry first, Jones Snowboards can now recycle old boards into new ones — and not just its own, but any ol’ snowboard you’re…

Written by Mike Misselwitz October 16, 2023

The Best Ski Helmets of 2024

Our team of experts found the best ski helmets of 2024 with options for every budget and style. Top picks include Wildhorn, Bern, and more!

Written by Austin Beck-Doss, Morgan Tilton and Kylie Mohr October 16, 2023

Save Up to 50% on Snowsports Apparel at REI

Check out the latest snow kits and save on last year’s jackets, pants and other ski and snowboard gear.

Follow 2 Legends’ Return to Skiing After Spinal Cord Injuries: ‘Full Circle’

The new ski film, ‘Full Circle,’ follows the parallel stories of two iconic skiers who lost the use of their legs — and how they…

Written by Will Brendza October 03, 2023

Bid Now, Win a Piece of ‘Legend’ History: Auction for A Basin Pali Lift Chairs Underway

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is auctioning off the last two Pallavicini chairlift chairs, and they could be yours. Bonus: 100% of the sales go to…

Written by Mary Murphy September 27, 2023

A Welcome Departure From Typical Ski Films: ‘Mountain in My Mind’ Is a Series on Mental Health in Skiing

High-stoke, fast-paced, crazy steep, big mountain lines. Crazy couloirs. Typical ski films are pretty predictable. ‘Mountain in My Mind’ is out to change that.

Written by Mary Murphy September 25, 2023

Get Hyped for ‘TREW to You’ Film Tour, Coming Soon to a City (or Screen) Near You

Is it too early to talk about ski films? Nah. First up, a peak inside TREW’s community film project. Ten teams. Ten films. Only one…

Written by Andrew Marshall September 21, 2023

Retire the Wax Iron? mountainFlow’s Handheld Infrared Waxer Offers Alternative

With mountainFLOW’s new handheld Infrared Waxer, you can DIY wax your skis or board using electromagnetic radiation for deeper and more effective wax.

Written by Will Brendza September 18, 2023

Patagonia Women’s Untracked Bibs Review: Burly, Eco-Friendly, Innovative

A long-time favorite in Patagonia’s snow line, the Untracked Bibs are back and revamped for winter 2023/2024. And, they’re more than ready for any winter…

Written by Kaylee Walden and Morgan Tilton August 28, 2023

Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Review: Your New Best Friend on a Powder Day

On future mornings when I wake to the glorious news of a sizable unexpected dump, I’ll reach for the Hovercraft without a second thought.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss August 25, 2023

Alterra Mountain Company Closes Acquisition of Idaho’s Schweitzer Resort

The latest addition to Alterra Mountain Co’s lineup of resorts and Ikon Pass offerings expands its family of destinations to 17 with Schweitzer Mountain.

Written by Will Brendza August 22, 2023

Jones Women’s Solution Splitboard Review: Powerhouse for Big Terrain and Missions, Season After Season

The Jones Women’s Solution Splitboard is a solid, technical women’s-specific design for all types of backcountry terrain, variable snow, and big days.

Written by Morgan Tilton August 15, 2023

Stranda Women’s Descender Snowboard Review: Stout, Poppy All-Mountain Ripper

For confidently charging mountain terrain in myriad conditions, the Women’s Descender Snowboard from Stranda Snowboards is among my favorite rides.

Written by Morgan Tilton August 14, 2023

Out of Business: Bluebird Backcountry Announces Permanent Closure

Three winters after its launch, Bluebird Backcountry ski area says its remote location and funding issues have forced it out of business.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 10, 2023

Stoko K1 Summit Supportive Tights Review: Knee Surgery to Splitboarding in 3 Months Flat

Toss out your other knee braces — the Stoko K1 Summit tights are a near-perfect solution for those of us who need a bit more…

Written by Nick Belcaster and Riley Marshall June 12, 2023

Salomon Prototypers Find ‘Gold Mine’ in Trash, Build Snowboards From Scraps

Salomon’s designers have begun experimenting with snowboards and skis made from recycled materials. The results speak for themselves.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 17, 2023

Ski Pass Prices Go Up This Week — Get Yours Before They Do

The Epic Pass, Ikon Pass, Indie Pass and Power Pass are all available for the 2023/24 ski season for a discounted price that isn’t going…

Written by Will Brendza April 17, 2023

From Alps to Alaska: Raw Highlight Reel of Travis Rice’s Snow Season

Watch Rice jet through a narrow couloir in Alaska and navigate dense forests in the Alps with this rad GoPro edit.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 13, 2023

A ‘Sweet’ Ride, Literally: Fan-Designed TWIX Splitboard Drops

Want to be the biggest slice of eye candy on the slopes? Enter TWIX’s sweepstakes to get your hands on the Doughboard.

Written by Andrew Marshall April 10, 2023

Boarder Gets Eaten by Tree Well, Brushes Death Before Rescue

The backcountry is full of dangers — from wild animals to avalanches and extreme weather — but tree wells are one of the scariest.

Written by Will Brendza April 10, 2023

The North Face ‘Lift Collection’ Boasts Pro-Level Gear for Beginner Snowboarders

Snowboarders Erik Leon and Leanne Pelosi worked on The North Face’s Lift Collection for professional athletes and the wallets of first-time riders.

Written by Nate Mitka March 31, 2023

Underwater Snowboard-Making With Signal (Throwback Thursday)

Is it possible to bind together a snowboard using natural water pressure 100 feet deep in the ocean? Yes and no.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 16, 2023

Burton Relaunches Spirit of Openness With New Mystery Series

Snowboarders of all ages are welcome to compete in the Burton Mystery Series, a free pop-up competition aiming to inspire a new generation of riders.

Written by Shauna Farnell March 10, 2023

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