Ski Mountaineering Through the Backcountry with Eric Carter Shelby Stanger|September 24, 2024 Transcript Eric Carter is an alpine athlete and endurance coach who discovered the niche sport of ski mountaineering, or "skimo," and nev...
Can I Get Sunburned In Winter? REI Staff|January 24, 2022 Our experts bust 19 myths about the fourth season.
Innovators: The (Ski) Boot Cobbler Devon O’Neil|February 13, 2020 Professional freeskier Eric Hjorleifson first made a name for himself, then some of the backcountry ski world’s greatest boots.
First Look: Our Favorite Ski Apparel and Accessories from Outdoor Retailer Lily Krass Ritter|February 7, 2020 We found jackets, bibs, goggles, an avalanche backpack and more at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Which is to say, winter 2020/2021 is going to be fun.
First Look: The 7 Best Skis, Boots and Bindings We Found at Outdoor Retailer Lily Krass Ritter|February 6, 2020 These are the 7 skis, ski boots and ski bindings we're most excited to try out in winter 2020/2021.
This Backcountry Hut Has a Story to Tell Megan Michelson|October 21, 2019 The long-awaited Kees and Claire Hut finally opens in British Columbia. Here’s how the hut got its name.
This Vermont Ski Area Wants You To Go Backcountry Skiing Olivia Dwyer|March 8, 2019 New—and original—owners of Vermont’s Bolton Valley ski area tap into resort-accessed backcountry terrain to grow their business.
Elyse Saugstad is Having Her Best Year Yet Megan Michelson|February 19, 2019 Pro big-mountain skier Elyse Saugstad has spent the past 12 years fighting for her spot at the top of her field. Now at age 40, she’s finally arrived.
Should You Wear a Beacon While Skiing the Resort? Ryan Wichelns|February 11, 2019 After a fatal inbounds avalanche at Taos, New Mexico, one skier rethinks his gear setup while skiing the resort.
New Salomon S/Lab Shift MNC Binding Offers Uphill, Downhill Performance Megan Michelson|September 2, 2018 The binding combines the lightweight construction and 90-degree range of motion of a free-heel pin binding with the stability of an alpine binding.
The New Blueprint for Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast Olivia Dwyer|February 16, 2018 Vermont's Rochester/Randolph Area Sports Trail Alliance works with federal agencies to create new backcountry ski trails in the state.
DIY: Make Your Own Pulk Sled Ashley Brown|January 31, 2018 From a four-season tent to a warmer sleeping bag, the equipment required to enjoy winter camping can add up, both in bulk and weight. A pulk sled that glides along behind you makes transporting all that extra gear much easier. Learn how to make your own pulk sled.
