They might not admit it, but there’s no denying that skiers were way gnarlier back in the ’70s and ’80s, especially when it came to pioneering lines far beyond the reaches of ski resorts. Since skiing ...

Each season, we test the latest and greatest ski gear from sought-after brands like Helly Hansen, Mammut, and Arc'teryx. This ...

It's too early to call avalanche conditions this season in Canada's alpine regions, but if the past two winters are any indication, backcountry enthusiasts would be wise to keep abreast of snow ...

The air is crisp and leaves are fluttering down outside my window. They’re brown, not a picturesque yellow, but if you half-close your eyes you can almost imagine them as snowflakes, stacking up in ...

The backcountry looms large in the imagination of skiers everywhere. It’s beautiful, fearsome, and the last best place to ...

The 3D-mapping app now includes 15 million more acres of Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale coverage in North America.

We tested the best backcountry ski bindings, including top picks from Salomon,, Dynafit, Atomic, and more to help you find the best options for your… The post The Best Backcountry Ski Bindings of 2024 ...

Once upon a time, backcountry skiing was a niche sport enjoyed by a select group of skiers viewed as “hardcore” or “extreme.” But that’s no longer the case. Thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic, ...

Powder days loom large in the lore of ski culture, so much so that savvy employers have started offering paid time off for employees to shred the slopes. But with lift lines lengthening and headline ...

From windy summits to bountiful winter powder turns, the jacket you choose for your backcountry adventure has different attributes and strengths than your resort-oriented ski wear. How breathable it ...

Backcountry skiing experienced a notable surge in popularity since 2020. Ski resorts found themselves restricted by capacity limits imposed due to the pandemic, prompting enthusiasts to venture into ...