

Exploring Chamonix With France's Most Fearless Ski Patrollers
A hands-on visit with the French mountaineering experts that manage avalanches, rescue stranded riders, and teach young dogs old tricks in the valley

Glacier Glasses Guide: History, How They Work & The 10 Best to Trust in the Wild
Designed to protect eyes from the extreme solar radiation at high altitudes and UV reflections from snow, glacier glasses make function look stylish

Salomon Updates the Award-Winning All-Mountain QST Ski Line with Trippy New Designs
Inspired by storms and textiles, Salomon designer Victor Brousseaud brings an all-new look to the all-mountain ski

Black Crows Releases New Limited-Edition Ski Kit for Deep Powder Days
Special collection of skis, poles, and pack designed for those who travel the globe chasing storm cycles in search of the best powder skiing

New Brand Kitworks Launches to Make It Easier—and More Fun—to Store All Your Gear
Tired of plastic Rubbermaid bins, this new company has a novel theory about outdoor gear organization (it's modular and involves lots of accessories)

Q&A: Risograph Artist Julia Schimautz on Her New Collab with K2 Skis
The Berlin-based artist talks about her studio process, '70s psychedelic aesthetic, and translating print art to ski topsheets

Q&A: Everything It Took to Climb & Ski Pakistan's Great Trango Tower
A conversation with Christina Lustenberger, Jim Morrison, and Chantel Astorga on what it took to climb and ski the 20,623-foot tall Great Trango Tower

Trying Smith's 3D Printed Ski & Snowboard Goggles to See If They're Worth the Hype
A hands-on test of Smith's recently expanded line of custom-made, 3D printed goggles with the Squad and Squad XL

Black Crows Explores Japan's Abandoned Ski Resorts With New Film & Gear
Archival footage and interviews reveal that Japan's dreamy ski scene might've peaked decades ago

The 13 Best Gifts to Give Skiers This Holiday Season
A wishlist of editor-approved gear for the discerning skier, including USA-made ski socks, leather mittens, custom fit goggles, and much more

A New Brand Called Raide Just Made One of the Best Backcountry Ski Packs Ever
After stints at SpaceX and The North Face, the Colorado-based company's founder has turned to solving design problems with mountain gear

How Hyperlite Mountain Gear Used Pro Insight to Make the Ultimate Ski Pack
Insights from a lifetime of skiing and a quest to descend the biggest lines in North America helped the skier and brand make the end-all bag

13 Stylish and Weatherproof Anorak Jackets for Mountain and Casual Wear
Half a zipper, twice the style, and all of the weather protection you may need both in town and the backcountry

Meet the Upstart Insurance Company Covering Adventure Lovers for Just $90/Year
With partners like Ikon Pass, USA Cycling, and American Mountain Guide Association, Spot offers otherwise healthy outdoorists full coverage for cheap

These New Binoculars Are the Unlikely Gear Upgrade Your Summer Adventures Need
The combo of a lightweight form factor and heavyweight optics make these midsize binoculars perfect for camping, climbing, road trips, and more

Searching for Fresh Tracks & Unspoiled Ski Areas Along Canada's Famed Powder Highway
Travel tips from the 630-mile route in eastern British Columbia home to some of the world's best—and little known—ski resorts and mountain towns

The 7 Best Ski Bags for Chasing Powder Around the Globe
After testing from New England to the Rockies and across the ocean, we found best bags for hauling boards and skis across terminals and tarmac

A Pro Outdoor Photographer's Tips & Gear Recs for Shoulder Season Adventures
Learn the do's and don'ts for staying comfortable, dry, and warm in shoulder season weather without carrying an overloaded pack

Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Backcountry Ski Pack Is the First of Its Kind
Using extensive experience making ultralight backpacking gear, the Maine-based brand's new 55L backcountry bag expertly balances form and function

This Canadian Brand Made the Most Durable Down Jacket of the Year
Part of a new unisex collection that includes cargo pants and fleece, the Salem Dyneema Down Parka is a jacket that can take on an apocalypse

Tested: Arc'teryx Ski Pants Provide Comfort Through an Unpredictable Vermont Winter
These windproof, water-resistant, breathable softshell ski pants promise to go uphill and downhill in any condition, so we found out for ourselves

MEC’s Backcountry-Focused Apex Collection Pairs 90s Design & Modern Tech
Canada’s original outdoor gear store digs into the archives for their latest line of limited edition outerwear and apparel

According to Ripton & Co., Denim Jorts & Overalls Pass as Performance Apparel
This small apparel brand is making technical jeans for active adventure, for men and women

Geoff McFetridge Teams With K2 for the Best Looking Skis of the Season
The notably outdoorsy illustrator and Designer lends his uniquely bold and playful artwork to two sets of adventure-ready skis, and then some