Inside Raide’s Unapologetic Design Ethos of Performance at Any Cost
The founder of outdoor's exciting new technical brand shares why designing innovative gear for elite athletes will always be the brand's north star
This One-Woman Brand Is Making Backpacks Coveted by Global Mountain Pros
Slovenian alpinist Neza Peterca turned a lifetime of design, sewing, and repair experience into an all-custom technical backpack brand
The 11 Best Women's Ski Jackets of 2026, Tested & Reviewed
From backcountry shells to resort staples (plus a wild bonus) these top ski jackets were tested in nearly every winter condition imaginable
Smartwool 3D Knit Baselayer Review: Testing Ski Layers in VT's Backcountry
We put the techy fabric's body-mapped zones of warmth, breathability, and cushion up against New England's negative temps and record winter
Our Legacy x Goldwin Release Snowboard Outerwear Collab Inspired by Air & Style
Technical winter kit overhauled with characteristic Stockholm style, all rooted in the iconic air and style of Swedish OG Ingmar Backman
Kyrgyzstan Ski Guide: A Powder-Chaser's Wild Frontier in Central Asia
With the Tien Shan mountains' unique and consistent snowpack, Kyrgyzstan is a worthy destination for trips in search of epic skiing
A Strange Trip into the Creative Mind of Skier & Artist Chris Benchetler
Inside "Mountains of the Moon," where skiing, surfing, and rock climbing share a world with the Grateful Dead, magic mushrooms, and glowing skeletons
Raide TourTech Collection Brings an Engineer's Design Mind to Ski Outerwear
After creating award-winning ski packs and running belts, Colorado-based mountain movement brand Raide set out to redesign the backcountry ski kit
In Quebec's Chic-Choc Mountains, Wild Winter Adventure Awaits
Seeking late-season snowfall, our writer headed to Eastern Canada for a joyous week of snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, and maple syrup tastings.
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