Skiing

‘Skier of the Impossible’ Sylvian Saudan Dies at Age 87

Sylvian Saudan, one of extreme skiing’s great pioneers and inspirations, died of a heart attack, leaving an epic legacy behind.

Written by Will Brendza July 15, 2024

Ski Season Isn’t Over — Add 2 Wheels and Shred: Here’s How

Approaching ski lines by bike can shorten the approach, open vast new terrain, and give birth to unique human-powered adventures.

Written by Bergen Tjossem July 03, 2024

FIS Recognizes Freeride as an Official Discipline

The question of whether to recognize freeride skiing and snowboarding as official disciplines of the FIS was put to a vote this week — and the…

Written by Juan Hernandez June 07, 2024

‘Still Tied Together’: World Cup Skier, Girlfriend Die in 2,000-Foot Fall From Italian Mountain

The promising young athlete and his girlfriend were ski instructors enjoying a mountain they knew well when disaster struck.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 04, 2024

Stylish and Technical for Lift-Served Skiing: Rossignol Women’s Rallybird Ski Jacket Review

The Rossignol Women’s Rallybird Ski Jacket is our daily driver on the ski hill thanks to its cute aesthetics and all-around solid technical chops.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort May 31, 2024

Historic First Descent on Great Trango Tower: The Exclusive Story

Great Trango Tower in Pakistan has long been revered among rock climbers for its extreme conditions and incredible appearance. We spoke with three skiers who…

Written by Will Brendza May 30, 2024

Pret Lyric X2 Ski Helmet Review: Comfort, Breathability, and Odor-Fighting Tech

If you tend to be quite sweaty, the Pret Lyric X2 ski and snowboard helmet will save you from having a smelly, rank helmet.

Written by Mattie Schuler May 30, 2024

Giro Owen Spherical Helmet Review: A Premium Sleek, Warm Ski Helmet

The Giro Owen Spherical is a lightweight ski and snowboard helmet with elite technology to keep your head safe — plus a plush liner.

Written by Mattie Schuler May 24, 2024

Ski Helmet for Any Temp: Anon Merak WaveCel Review

The Anon Merak WaveCel ski and snowboard helmet blends versatility and comfort with premium safety thanks to WaveCel technology.

Written by Mattie Schuler May 21, 2024

Early Bird Gets the Slope: Epic Pass Prices Go Up Next Week

Vail Resorts will hike prices for the Epic Pass after May 27, and other resorts are already raising pass prices — making this week your…

Written by Andrew McLemore May 21, 2024

Kitewing in Winter, Wing Foil in Summer: Retired World Cup Skier’s Year-Round Thrills

US Freestyle Ski Ballet competitor Eric Morse has found a new passion for winged sports like kitewing skiing and wing foiling that feed his need…

Written by Ariel Frager May 20, 2024

A Winter Jacket to Withstand It All: Arc’teryx Patera Parka Review

Designed with a GORE-TEX outer shell and targeted down and synthetic insulation, the women’s Arc’teryx Patera Parka is a stylish, solid waterproof parka that shields…

Written by Meghan LaHatte May 15, 2024

From Skiing to Hiking, One Shell for All Seasons: BEYOND Clothing Drilight Rain Jacket Review

Using upcycled GORE-TEX from its military line and testing in harsh winter and wet conditions, BEYOND Clothing’s Drilight Rain Jacket is a truly four-season shell…

Written by Will Brendza May 06, 2024

phaenom Wants to Upend the Ski Boot Market, and It Just Might

After 4 years of research and development, phaenom will hit the market with a super-unique ski boot this fall. I strapped them on for a…

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2024

Prosthetics on Peaks: Meet the Pro Skier Leading Folks to New Heights

GearJunkie caught up with pro skier Rachael Burks to talk about her career, women in skiing, her gear, and an upcoming project in Ecuador with…

Written by Will Brendza April 25, 2024

Buy Skis, Pay What You Can: Coalition Snow ‘Community Care Sale’

The brand Coalition is making an effort through its Community Care Sale to make sure the cost of skis and snowboards is truly accessible.

Written by Mary Murphy April 18, 2024

Red Bull Athlete Attempts Near-Impossible ‘Open Loop Slide’ 42 Times in a Row

When Red Bull’s Jesper Tjäder successfully completed the first full loop slide on skis in 2016, he thought to himself, “What if I cut the…

Written by Will Brendza April 17, 2024

Skier Dies Attempting to Jump CO Highway

On April 9, Colorado local Dallas LeBeau died while attempting a high-risk road gap stunt on Berthoud Pass.

Written by Will Brendza April 11, 2024

The Best Backcountry Ski Bindings of 2024

We found the best alpine touring and backcountry ski bindings for 2024. Skip the lines and gear up for an out-of-bounds adventure.

Written by Aaron Bible and Ryan Kempfer April 10, 2024

The Best Ski Goggles of 2024

Searching for the best ski goggles or a pair of snow goggles for snowmobiling, snowshoeing, or exploring winter storms? We’ve got you covered with our…

Written by Sean McCoy and Morgan Tilton April 10, 2024

The Best Ski Pants of 2024

Whether at the resort or in the backcountry, we found the best ski pants of 2024 to fit every style, budget, and adventure.

Written by Ryan Baker, Morgan Tilton and Albert Kim April 10, 2024

The Best Women’s Ski Jackets of 2024

We tested the best women’s ski jackets of 2024 with options for every budget. Top picks include Outdoor Research, Patagonia, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Kaylee Walden April 10, 2024

The Best Skis for Beginners of 2024

Our team of mountain experts has found the best all-mountain skis for beginners including top picks from Elan, Atomic, Rossignol, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton April 10, 2024

The Best Women’s Ski Pants of 2024

We tested the best women’s ski pants for both resort and backcountry. Top picks are from The North Face, Arc’teryx, Helly Hansen, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton, Mary Murphy and Kaylee Walden April 10, 2024

Alterra Adds Another Luxury Resort With Acquisition of St. Moritz, Switzerland

For the 2024/25 season, Ikon Pass holders will have the opportunity to ski 7 days at any of the nine St. Moritz ski areas in…

Written by Will Brendza April 05, 2024

The Best Winter Mittens of 2024

Keep your hands warm with the best winter mittens of 2024. From Colorado to Minnesota, we put these mitts through the ultimate test.

Written by Mattie Schuler and Morgan Tilton April 04, 2024

The Best Snowboard Jackets of 2024

From fabric and hoods to pockets, a range of details can make or break a snowboard jacket. Find our best picks for riders here.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Eric Phillips April 04, 2024

The Best Backcountry Skis of 2024

We tested the best backcountry skis of 2024 with options for every budget. Top picks include Voile, Black Crows, Scott, and more!

Written by Berne Broudy, Kaylee Walden and Ryan Kempfer April 03, 2024

A Private Ski Resort Near Steamboat? Yellowstone Club Owner Seeking Water Rights

The Steamboat Springs development will likely be modeled after the Yellowstone Club, a private Montana ski community where homes sell for up to $25 million.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 02, 2024