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Australia's bushfires have scorched 27 million acres, more than 10 times the area burned in California's catastrophic 2018 wildfire season. The way that Australia is dealing with devastation, and how quickly that devastation came, feels like a spooky portent for what’s coming next.
What we're most excited about for the upcoming season
A supposedly fun thing I would absolutely do again
Follow this yoga routine, in addition to your time on the slope, to improve and maintain your strength and flexibility all season long
Bluebird Backcountry is an avalanche- and ski-patrolled ski area where you'll have to climb to earn your turns
Who can we blame for all those lift lines and traffic jams?
Fluorinated glide wax is being banned from elite competitions, and big brands like Swix say they’re searching for environmentally friendly alternatives. But the seductively speedy—and noxious—compounds are unlikely to loosen their grip on the sport anytime soon.
The Sunski Treelines are great for skiing and everyday adventures
In 'The Art of the Turn 3,' premier skiers take to the slopes of Kimberley Alpine Resort to search for the perfect groomer turn.
Starting this year, men and women will earn the same prize money on the Freeride World Tour
How one snowboarder found himself facing the worst possible choice
After 30 years, Ktunaxa First Nation, with help from the Canadian government and Patagonia, finally shut down the Jumbo Glacier ski-resort development
Despite some lackluster conditions in 2019, skiers Manu Barnard and Hunter Paull put together this awesome edit, 'Tempo'
As locals get priced out of Aspen, Stowe, and Whistler, here are the places ski bums are heading to next
One person was killed and another seriously injured at Alpine Meadows in California
Klaus Obermeyer shares some tips on work, exercise, and (of course) skiing
Number 4: Leave it in the car, preferably under the seat
'The Recipe' features pro skier Ingrid Backstrom shredding on her home turf in Washington
As his dreams of going pro faded, photographer Cooper Dodds fell back in love with ski jumping in an unexpected place. His new photo book, 'Jumper: Flying in the Heartland,' documents the Midwest's surprisingly popular, no-frills tournament circuit.
Skier Greg Hill attempts big-mountain pursuits with only electricity and a front-wheel-drive Chevy Bolt
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
With collective mega-passes, more direct flights, and super-dialed snow forecasts, it’s never been a better time to plan a destination ski trip. Our up-to-date guide has you covered for packing the most into a weekend getaway.
Most skiers click out of their bindings to kick back for a cold one when the lifts stop swinging for the day—but not these guys
Mike Wiegele, founder of 50-year-old Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, ventured to Blue River, British Columbia, to open a world-class resort
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.
And what to do when it's time to break up with your climbing partner
Skiers Jordy Norris and Ben Osborne chase elusive snow in a variety of Russian landscapes, like the Caucasus range and Sochi
In an alternate reality, our perception of powder turns may look a lot different
The comedian's takedown of ski-industry tropes has become a runaway hit
Winter is off-season for several world-class destinations, which means lower plane fares and hotel rates. We asked Scott's Cheap Flights for advice on which trips to book.
A painful crash helped remind one dad what really matters
Snow science is a wild thing. And in the Sierra Nevada, it's a particular beast all its own.
From where to go to what to pack, here's everything a newbie needs to know to pull off a successful first hut trip
'Too Much?' profiles filmmaker Anne Cleary reflecting on a series of decisions that led her to the mountains
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
The cross-country skiing icon was beginning a new chapter in life when a diagnosis changed everything
We tried out every model we could get our hands on over the course of a winter. Here are the ones that rose to the top for backcountry missions, in-bounds days, and everything in between.
20 pieces we'll be using on the mountain this winter
Adrenaline filmmakers Teton Gravity Research are entering the travel space. Now you can hang out with their athletes and videographers at the company's Jackson hotel, or splurge on one of their new Fantasy Trips and ski with the TGR athlete of your choice.
From extreme tree skiing at Mad River Glen to the nostalgic charm of Smugglers' Notch, the East Coast offers deep powder and epic backcountry terrain if you know where to find it
'Another Way' follows skier Ian Compton's return to Vermont to set up a small homestead
The 'Send and Return' series highlights the importance of snow safety while exploring Montana's backcountry ski lines
The six most doable ski descents in North America, according to pro skier Cody Townsend and ski mountaineer Noah Howell
Necessities for traveling out of bounds
Whether you're bringing Fido up a volcano or on an impossibly long trail, these tips from runner Alex Borsuk will help you and your pooch stay safe and happy
After a long day on the slopes, these seven moves (which can be done at the après bar) will help you recover and stay injury-free
Because you don’t want to be huddled in the lodge while fresh snow is falling
Hike, fish, and ski Europe's last stretch of wilderness from Niehku Mountain Villa in Swedish Lapland
Which mega-pass to buy to make the most of this season and more
The filmmakers behind HBO’s ‘Lindsey Vonn: The Final Season’ had to deal with a sudden plot change while documenting the legendary skier’s quest for a coveted record before her retirement, but ended up with an even more interesting story
Whether you're staying in a bare-bones A-frame or a decked-out Airbnb, these carry-on-friendly additions will turn any ski cabin into a cozy winter getaway
This season’s sticks are light, edgy, and versatile
You don't have to spend a fortune to take a ski trip this winter. Here's how to save money while hitting the slopes.
With ten ski areas less than an hour from Salt Lake City's airport, and incredible backcountry terrain, powder-blessed Utah is arguably the best ski destination in North America. Here's our primer on how to make the most of it.
Skiers and others venturing into the backcountry often end up too far apart to help each other when an avalanche strikes
The founder of the industry's biggest ski show is acquiring public-facing expos in Denver and Boston
The short road trip on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler packs in a ton of adventure
These locals-only mountains might not have fancy spas or heated lifts, but they all sell affordable tickets and have hostels and cheap hotels nearby
The world's most successful freeskier and Warren Miller film star says big-mountain fitness starts at home
In 'Charge,' Salomon's top skiers access a zone known as Chatter Creek and shred the immense amount of snow that's available there
10 exercises to make you strong, fast, and explosive on the hill
Here's what he learned from it
Keep the cold at bay with these 9 moves that you can do anytime, anywhere
This film profiles Ingrid Backstrom, who achieved great success as a professional skier and is now finding happiness raising a family
Advice on everything you need, from boots to a ski jacket to layering
None would be where they are today without the influence of these people
The fastest woman on skis isn't slowing down
Looking for an outdoor mentor? So is everyone else. Here's how to make yourself a little more competitive.
Put in the work now to have a successful winter
In this episode of the Fifty, a project by Cody Townsend, he links up with Len Necefer and Connor Ryan to ski Utah's Mount Tukuhnikivatz
Need a break from your nine-to-five? Let your mind drift to a world of endless powder.
Skier Dash Longe knows that the best place to score fresh powder in the morning and be back for a noon work meeting is Salt Lake City
Cody Townsend thought his project, the Fifty, would be a mission to descend the 50 best lines in North America. But then climate change started to melt the snow right out from under his skis.
The traverse connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains in British Columbia is a renowned backcountry ski zone that's at risk