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In the remote Soviet mining village of Jyrgalan, Kyrgyzstan, resident Emil Ibakov is driving a tourist economy
'Vision Quest' features skier Dylan Siggers on a backcountry trip in the powder haven of Golden, British Columbia
The ski manufacturer is extending protection for pin bindings starting this winter
The trapper John Colter is credited with the modern-day exploration of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem
Salomon TV is known for dropping amazing ski segments throughout the winter season to keep us stoked on the simple act of sliding on snow
Deep snow surrounding the Mica heli-skiing lodge proves just too much for Cody Townsend, and Elyse Saugstad is left to shred without him
Keep hands toasty and fingers functional with these sturdy mitts
The season’s top performers from our ski test in Steamboat, Colorado, do everything you want them to, no matter what the conditions
Two newcomers shake things up, while a couple of old hands succeed with clever tech
Sticks for every kind of shredding
Shed a little weight from your backcountry setup
John Clendenin, hailed as the greatest instructor in the U.S., has some unexpected advice for skiers: forget style, practice a four-word mantra, and get to know your feet
Skier Dash Longe proves that the key to being close to great snow is moving to Salt Lake City
One of this year’s Teton Gravity Research film premieres, 'Winterland' honors the simple joy of sliding on snow
By focusing on breathability, Polartec Alpha works when you’re moving, too
The reclusive Slovenian made two first descents of 8,000-meter peaks, including the only full descent of Everest. He died in a forestry accident earlier this week.
Our guide for which mega ski pass is the best one for you
In Sage Cattabriga-Alosa's film 'Elemental,' he shows that he can shred on a mountain bike just as hard as he skis
Because you don't want to be led deep into the backcountry by just anyone
A year after groundbreaking inclusion, the on-screen slopes are back to a bro fest with 'Return to Send’er'
Coaches told him he was lazy, unconventional, and his DNF records were something to marvel at, yet he repeatedly found the top of the podium
Having adventures in Tromso, Norway, is as simple as walking up into the mountains and skiing down to the ocean
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
The entire chair fell from one gust of wind, which makes us feel totally safe and not at all concerned
It takes skill to have no idea what you're doing outdoors
The online store will award $500 to three finalists between the ages of 13 and 23—a total of 12 over the next year
If you think travel agents disappeared completely in the age of online booking, think again. They're back—in a whole new, modern form.
Forty skiers, 12 hours, more than 1,000 jumps on the first day of summer
Falls happen. From skiing to bouldering, learn how to do it safely.
If you're planning a trip to Kiwi country, take these tips from someone who's lived there
After a crash, skier Roy Tuscany created the foundation to support other athletes who'd suffered life-changing injuries
More than two dozen women tested synthetic and wool long underwear from 18 brands. These are the products that came out on top.
When one of your best buds is getting married, it calls for something truly epic
Beacon, check. Shovel, check. Hawaiian shirt, check.
Our favorite models for everything from resort shredding to backcountry touring
Being a beginner (or just perpetually mediocre) doesn't mean you should quit
Nadia Burton couldn't always find ski gear that fit her body or her style. So she made her own.
Whether with selection, expertise, or free beer, these are the brick-and-mortar stores doing it best
The experienced skier fell into a deep crevasse on Monday afternoon
From media appearances to World Cup championships, she manages it all—with a little help from her mom
In this short video, Mike Hopkins honors the true hero behind all great adventures—the humble peanut butter and jelly sandwich
Trolls thought I was friggin' nuts to propose a controlled backcountry ski area. But it's already happening.
The answer depends on your skill level, your feet, and your body type
Red Mountain Alpine Lodge is elevating the backcountry experience in the U.S.
Big-mountain skier Greg Hill has committed to skiing 100 summits using only his electric vehicle to get there
'The Ride,' from filmmaker Erik Peterson, follows skijorer Ebbie Hanson on her winter circuit with her horse, Zeke
A good sweater can save your bacon on notoriously fickle spring days
Our favorite models for everything from frontside groomers to sidecountry pow
For years I wrote off fur-trimmed gear as all look and no performance. I stand corrected.
Think long and hard before you jump or try to climb the cables. And don't forget about the wolves!
We judged five contenders on user friendliness, comfort, and how well they carry a load
In the upcoming film 'Voices of Fear,' from Montage Productions, adventure athletes reflect on their own relationships with this emotion
Gear, classes, and other resource recommendations for those who want to get far, far out there in the winter
You can't walk in them, but you can fly in them
The Sno-Go is the only way to have fun in the snow on a bike
The ski mountaineer was known for her relentless summits of the world’s toughest mountains. But the best thing she did for her career was take a break.
Our favorite snow-sports eyewear of all time, from affordable to high-tech
Our favorite puffies and shells for men and women, whether you’re riding lifts or out for a tour
It’s time we made America’s prime backcountry skiing and snowboarding terrain safer and more accessible. First step: bombing slopes in the way-out-of-bounds.
The recent additions to the Epic Pass highlight, again, the massive consolidation occurring across the ski industry, which is driving up rents and turning mountain towns into company towns
Snorkel in hand, a Polish photographer plumbs endless powder accumulations in the Hokkaido backcountry
In ‘Ice and Palms,’ skiers Jochen Mesle and Max Kroneck set out from their homes in Germany to bikepack 1,118 miles to Nice, France
Maloja’s Nutal jacket is gear editor Ben’s go-to winter layer on the ski slopes and around town
‘My Girls’ features a group of four women on their annual ski weekend, celebrating a bond that formed in the mountains.
In Pattie Gonia's new music video, she skis and lip-synchs to the 'Frozen' hit "Let It Go"
One small Colorado-based ski company invited women to describe their perfect powder ski—then made their dreams a reality
‘Troll Wall,’ from Salomon TV, documents Kilian Jornet’s first ski descent of the Fiva route in Norway’s Romsdalen Valley
These alpine refuges offer simplicity and shelter in the Colorado high country
