Meet Burton's Experimental Japan-Only Outerwear Line for “Mountain Enthusiasts”
A rare and exclusive sub line of apparel and techwear helmed by legendary Fragment Design founder Hiroshi Fujiwara, the Godfather of Streetwear
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The 8 Most Influential International Snowboard Brands
These creative and soulful small brands are redefining what it means to ride the winter wave
48 Hours in Sun Valley: A Skier's Guide to Idaho's Best Backcountry
Steep couloirs, burn zone ski tours, natural hot springs, and hazy 35mm photography by way of local legend Wyatt Caldwell
KORUA Captures the Essence of Snowboarding in Japan in New Film SUNŌKERU
Epic powder turns, ripping carves, big airs, and beautiful filming and music make this short snowboard film pure Japanuary perfection
The Original Snowboard Lifestyle Brand Is Born Again
16 years later the once artsy anomaly reimagines what it means to make outerwear & apparel built for the elements yet styled for the streets
A Visual Guide to Wyoming's Best Backcountry Powsurfing
Snowmobiles, hot springs, film photography, and lots of powder with pro boarders Bryan Iguchi, Blake Paul & Mary Rand
American Media Inc. Shutters TransWorld SNOWboarding After 30+ Years in Print
An era comes to an end following the storied title's February 2019 acquisition by the publisher of the National Enquirer
30+ Years of Snowboarding's Most Creative Icons Celebrated in New Hardcover Book
Acknowledging that individual style and creativity deserve a brighter spotlight than medal count for once
How to Have the Ultimate Backcountry Experience, via Vail Pass
A long day of cat skiing, splitboarding, and sled-towing deep in the Colorado backcountry, captured on 35mm film
New 16mm Film by Vans Captures the Ephemeral Spirit of Snowboarding
14 minutes of artistic and action-packed snowboarding film in Japan, France, Russia, and Finland
The Top 5 Most Popular Articles of 2018
From our guide to skiing Japan and experimental 35mm film photography to how to own a micro cabin designed by world famous architects, these stories are what you loved the most
The Most Fun 3-Minute Snowboard Video of The Year
KORUA Shapes drops the latest in their ongoing video series of high speed, low flying action guaranteed to make you want to go snowboard
The Future of Gear Might Just be One Retailer, One Brand
Park City-based retailer Backcountry continues to rollout tech-driven product under its eponymous label, and you should be paying attention
Photo Essay: Backcountry Yurt Life in Big Sky Country
A last hurrah hut trip to cap off the Montana ski season, captured on 35mm film
Oregon's TREW Introduces Limited Edition Powfish Collection
Even the ski brands are embracing creative shapes and the idea of soulful pow surfing
Journey to the Land of the Rising Sun, and Endless Powder
A visual recap of Japanuary, a 10-day trip to experience the legendary dry powder that makes Hokkaido a worldwide destination
Meet the Filmmaker Behind Vans Snowboarding's First Full Length Film
A conversation with the emerging filmmaker on the process of shooting a modern snowboard video almost entirely on 16mm film
Video: How Snowsurfing Became a Legacy in Japan
An inside look at the pioneers behind the beautiful, soulful approach to riding the white winter wave
Fjell x Handson Grip MT Kobe Mountain Mitten
Nordic aesthetics meet Japanese craftsmanship in new collaboration
Japanuary: A First Timer's Guide to Skiing & Snowboarding Japan
Expert tips on travel, preparation, and gear selection for Hokkaido bound powder hounds
PowderJets and the Sunday Morning Series
Artist Scott Lenhardt lends his talents to a series of handcrafted snowboards specially designed for Utah's legendary powder
Video: Yearning for Turning Volume 6
If this short vid doesn't convince you that carving is the coolest snowboard trick nothing will
Video: Finding the Ultimate Freedom in "Life of Glide"
A history lesson in surfing both waves and snow with a modern account of hand-shaping boards
United Shapes: Looking Back to Move Forward
How one small brand helped shake up a stagnant industry with progressive old-school shapes designed for the next Golden Age of snowboarding