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It鈥檚 built for deep snow, but you鈥檇 be surprised by its versatility
If you鈥檙e looking for a confidence-inspiring teaching tool to help you level up, give this ski a try
If you like playful powder planks (who doesn鈥檛), check out this energetic ski
This ski offers an impressive balance between flotation and power
Super-stable planks for strong skiers who know how to steer a ski
A ski that likes to stay on-piste for skiers who like to do the same
This new addition to the all-mountain category impressed with its balance of skills
The runner-up in the women鈥檚 powder category is a force to be reckoned with
Allow us to introduce you to this scrappy brand and its supremely fun all-mountain ski
Glen Plake鈥檚 first ever signature model is a backcountry tool that skis like Glen Pake
Truly a ski for everyone, in all conditions, wherever you ski
This fast and light backcountry ski doesn鈥檛 skimp on downhill performance
It鈥檚 not a backcountry powder plank, but it sure is quick in steep, technical terrain
This quick and reliable backcountry ski for ladies gets the job done on all but the deepest of days
When the fluff turns to crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
This year鈥檚 category winner makes everyone who skis it feel like a star
A lightweight free-touring ski with a moderate waist, the Escaper W 97 Nano is a versatile backcountry ski for ladies who charge no matter the conditions
We challenge you to find a more playful and responsive backcountry ski than this
This ski was voted the most playful ski among this year鈥檚 crop of women鈥檚 all-mountain skis
Power and precision are the name of the game with this tried and true favorite
We only have room for two powder skis in our print issue, but there are so many more worth your consideration
Kit upgrades for the climb and the descent
As long as you aren鈥檛 weight sensitive, it鈥檚 now possible for one rig to serve all your in-bounds, sidecountry, and backcountry needs. This is that rig.
The Colorado resort is just one of the many now charging for uphill access. Is this the new norm?
Pre-owned gear is easier on the planet and your bank account
国产吃瓜黑料鈥檚 ethics guru on who public lands are for
国产吃瓜黑料鈥檚 ethics guru on whether we should prioritize uphill or downhill traffic in the backcountry
We combed through hundreds of products to pick these three
Are your skis the best tool for the season you want, or the season you have? An impassioned argument for thin-waisted planks.
We鈥檝e been testing skis for decades. These are our all-time favorites for groomers, backcountry bowls, and everything in between.
And here鈥檚 how you can do it yourself at home, step-by-step
The nonprofit Skiku has brought nordic skiing to thousands of Native kids in Alaska, where access to the sport has historically been limited
For a small weight penalty, the new system offers tech-pin efficiency and pro-level descending. 国产吃瓜黑料 spent the past 11 months testing it.
This pair has been my favorite for seven years and hundreds of ski days
MountainFlow Eco-Wax scored thousands of dollars from a powder-slaying investor on the reality-TV show
Light and strong have long been the holy grail of ski-design qualities鈥攂ut have we taken them too far?
Here's what you need to know if you're in the market to buy this season
Here are the products that got us over the 2020 finish line
Season Equipment is trying to break the cycle of new gear every year
When it comes to big purchases like skis and bikes, many of us are punching above or below our weight. Psychology helps explain why.
Resort executives are warning customers that skiing will be different this season. I'm here to tell you that "different" means better.
This season's best boards charge hard, but they're a blast at all speeds
You're never too old鈥攐r too good鈥攖o brush up on your technique
My grandpa served in the Army's tough-as-nails Tenth Mountain Division during World War II. After the war, soldiers from the Tenth pioneered the rambling mountain lifestyle I live today. Every year, I ski to remember him.
When things go wrong on a ski tour, this is what you should have in your pack
Maximize your backcountry fun with these tips
From retail giants like REI to the mom and pop stores in your hometowns, what happens when these businesses shut down?
Our favorite tools for making quick and healthy food
You don't have to spend a lot to show someone you care
Matt Sterbenz believes his company, Wndr Alpine, may have just made the best ski ever. It happens to be built with algae.
Six decades after learning on wooden planks, one person's quest for the holy grail
What we're most excited about for the upcoming season
A supposedly fun thing I would absolutely do again
More than two decades in the making, Big Snow is the first indoor ski area in North America. Now the question is: Can it attract enough skiers to survive?
For years, Benedikt Boehm has been chasing speed records on some of the world's tallest peaks
A well-packed ski bag can mean the difference between an epic holiday and trashed gear. Here's how to do it right.
A well-packed ski bag can mean the difference between an epic holiday and trashed gear. Here's how to do it right.
A ski weekend doesn't have to involve spending hundreds of dollars a night on a fancy slopeside resort. These hostels offer cozy accommodations close to some of North America's best skiing.
Author and political consultant Stuart Stevens loves a good sufferfest, so he couldn't resist Border to Border: 420 kilometers of nordic sliding through a country that defines what winter is all about
20 pieces we'll be using on the mountain this winter
This season鈥檚 sticks are light, edgy, and versatile
The answer: it depends. But we read through the fine print so you don't have to.
Want to be an asshole with a hill to die on? Here are some tips and tricks to get you there.
Before you drop all that money on a full gear package, take some advice from the experts on where and how to save
Need to carry a bike, board, or just some firewood? Here's how.
Beacon, check. Shovel, check. Hawaiian shirt, check.
Stop lying to yourself: you won't remember that you put your wallet, coffee, and phone on the roof of your car before you drive away.
