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Learn how to read trail maps, understand trail ratings, and navigate a ski resort so you always know where you’re going.

Wondering whether to rent or buy skis? This beginner’s guide explains when to rent, when to buy, and how to invest wisely in your ski gear.

How to fit your helmet and goggles, prevent fog, and improve comfort and visibility while staying safe.

Learn how ski bindings work, why DIN settings matter, and how to step in and out smoothly. Smooth starts make better runs.

A beginner's guide to chairlifts, from lift lines to smooth exits. Once lifts feel easy, the whole mountain opens up.

Good etiquette makes skiing safer and more fun for us all. Learn the safety rules and social norms that help everyone ski smarter.

The skier crashed while racing Friday morning in Crans-Montana, Switzerland.

The Kaliber Pro LV BOA2 introduces a radical dual-dial setup built for performance, not convenience.

And it's still coming down. Plus, ski jumpers stuffing their crotches, a wildlife selfie gone terribly wrong, and more weird news from the slopes.

Mid-season drops are putting next year’s gear on snow now, revealing where ski design is headed.

The massive winter storm that swept across the country left feet of snow in its wake. Here's where to find it.

The U.S. has a Dream Team of alpine skiers competing in the 2026 Olympics, especially on the women’s side.

SKI just launched a text-to-speech feature that makes it easier to stay caught up on the headlines—without spending more time in front of a screen. Here's how to access it.

Where to ski, stay, dine, and après, plus how to watch the races—or plan a ski safari instead.

A beginner breakdown of essential ski gear, smart spending, and how to build your first setup whether renting or buying.

Master arrival to the ski area and the whole day improves. A step-by-step guide to arriving, gearing up, and starting your ski day smoothly.

The right layers can change your entire day. Here's what to wear to regulate your body temperature while skiing.

The safest, easiest ways to carry skis and poles through parking lots, lodges, and lift lines. Mastering this instantly makes skiing easier.

Learn how ski boots should fit, how to buckle them correctly, and how to move in them without pain or panic.

If you’ve ever wanted to try skiing but felt intimidated, underprepared, or unsure where to start, this episode is for you.

This video series for beginner skiers will help make your first days on the mountain feel easier, calmer, and a lot more fun.

You can catch him on the world cup circuit, and also if you're lucky, in uniform.

The alpine racing venues at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games are both familiar and incredibly challenging. Here's what to expect.

Who knew a strength-based workout class could also be low-impact? 

Plus, find out which U.S. ski area boasts the deepest snowpack this season.

The Antimatter lineup fuses performance and creativity in a way that will speak to directional skiers with freeride aspirations.

Master these simple movements to bring confidence and control to your skiing

Only 11 percent of available Vail-owned terrain was open in December.

Southern Colorado’s community-oriented Cuchara Mountain Park serves up its first lift-served turns since 2000.

Looks for the Americans to make a deep run in the Dolomites.

Kick off 2026 in the right frame of mind—and body—at these spa destinations rooted in repair and rejuvenation.

The Promachine 3 gets subtle but meaningful updates. We took it for a few laps to see how they translate on snow.

The death of Bob Weir sent ripples across the ski community, which shares an ethos and mindset with the iconic jam band.

A family ski trip isn't complete without the dogs. Here's how to fly with your four-legged friends.

They can be loud and obnoxious, but snowmobiles have helped me reach places I never imagined possible.

The S/Pro Alpha C BOA's unique design reinvents how alpine boots flex and transfer power.

Winter continues to evolve, with snow conditions holding steady in some regions and vastly improving in others. Here's the scoop.

Google recently unveiled its Preferred Sources tool, meaning you now get to choose which outlets you see first in search results. Here’s how you can put SKI at the top of your list.

Some of TV’s most beloved characters probably ski like pros, while others should definitely stick to the lodge.

Think you have what it takes to be the next Ultimate Mountain Athlete? Here's how to apply for a chance to compete for $20,000.

Don’t let expensive resorts like Zermatt and Courchevel put a damper on euro travel plans.

Plus, an overview of the best ski conditions throughout North America.

Ready to visit the pass's 11 ski areas in Japan, China, and South Korea? Start here.

Idaho, Austria, Taos, and more! Here's where SKI editors spent their best moments of 2025.

The blaze swept through a popular après spot in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, killing over 40 people.

Plus, where to find the best ski conditions across North America this week.

Need some inspiration for your 2026 ski trip? From new expansions and Olympic experiences to new hotels, here's where we recommend.

Ring in 2026 with torchlight parades and champagne parties, then snag first tracks in the morning.

SKI’s top picks for experts who ski fast, drive hard, and demand precision.

Five feet of snow falling in three days led to an in-bounds avalanche that killed one patroller and injured another.

The resort will begin opening areas and lifts on Saturday.

From toenails to tariffs, these are the biggest ski fails of the year.

Cortina will be Vonn's fifth and final Olympics.

It’s been a rocky start to the season in some of skiing’s traditional hubs, but pow-hunters can find the goods if they know where to look.

From forgiving beginner models to agile, expert-level skis, these picks make bashing bumps more fun.

The iconic filmmaker inspired skiers through his "Warren's World" column in SKI. Here are some of our favorite moments.

No matter what you drive, there's a compatible ski rack to keep your gear safe.

The Revolt 101 made me rethink everything I love about Völkl skis.

Recapping the best resorts and top-ranked skis, plus Shiffrin, Vonn, fitness tips, bucket list trips, and more.

Buckle up if you're planning to ski the Dolomites, or risk getting fined—or worse.

Here's what we're shopping and wishing for.

After becoming paralyzed in a 1983 ski accident, Bob Meserve dedicated himself to bettering the sport for others.

Fix these common habits to unlock next-level flow this season

All eyes were on America's two most electric ski racers on the St. Moritz super-G course on Sunday.

American Breezy Johnson just missed the podium in a tightly contested race.

The whole crew will love Banff Sunshine Village, where you’ll find everything from crowd-pleasing cruisers to spine-tingling steeps

The changemakers leaving their mark on our slopes, from racers and ski mountaineers to everyday folks like you and me.

There's nothing like waking up to a powder day on Christmas morning.

The American is back, big time, and just became the oldest skier in history to win a World Cup race.

Freed from years of pain by a knee replacement—she’s back racing at 41, chasing Olympic glory in Cortina. Here’s how one of the world’s most dominant skiers is reclaiming what her legacy means beyond the podium.

You have to get up to go down, and these four climbing skins will get you to the top of the mountain that much easier.

According to experts, a weak start to the snow season deserves close attention, not complacency

Ecosign founder Paul Mathews led a nearly 50-year career in ski resort design. He has big thoughts on modern-day destination ski areas.

Get a feel for the state's ski scene at three resorts that show off its breadth of terrain and authenticity.

The weather didn’t make it easy, as the athletes persevered on an adjusted Birds of Prey course.

How Mountain Hardwear’s Mythogen Gore-Tex Pro Kit raises the bar for alpine outerwear

First time on snow? These resorts will take extra good care of beginners, no matter the age.

An independent study shows Safeback’s SBX system can increase survival time almost fivefold for avalanche burial victims.

Death Cab for Cutie, My Morning Jacket, Cage The Elephant, and other musical acts to take the main stage in Denver May 29-31, 2026