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Everyone should have a shot-ski at their disposal. They're versatile, classy, and always appropriate. And, best of all, easy to make. Follow these simple steps to group-drinking greatness.

After a long dry spell, snow returns to Tahoe, plus the Coast Range and the Pacific Northwest are getting pounded. Luckily, it’s a three-day weekend. Thanks for being born, Abraham Lincoln.

Staying away from wheat isn't just for sorority girls and seed-eating hippies. Skiers are finding that going gluten free helps their performance. Luckily, bakeries and ski town restaurants are catching on.

The last stop of the Winter Dew Tour was this weekend in Snowbasin, Utah. Here's what happened, and who came out on top.

Waiting for snow? Whistler's got it.

The second part of Chris Anthony's trip to Italy

Our photo editor spent a day cat skiing with Wagner Custom Skis. Colorado Powder Addiction took them up Jones Pass for some creamy powder turns.

Ever considered Alpine Touring? The latest trend is taking skiers and gear companies by storm.

Here's a roundup of the skis, boots, outerwear, and accessories new for next season. Commence the drooling.

Backcountry huts are a great way to escape the crowds. But who maintains these cozy cabins? We talked with Summit Huts hutmaster Willie Trowbridge about carpentry, microbes, and the weirdest place he's seen guests sleep.

Bode Miller skis to 12th in World Championship super G. With only one pole.

Changing the world, one ski bum at a time.

Vermont, Vail, and (obviously) the land of love.

So you want to be a film star and ski big lines in AK? Lots of the most recognized names in big-mountain skiing got their start in the Subaru Freeskiing World Tour. Here's how you can break into the game.

In Park City, the Canadians ruled supreme: both Mike Riddle and Rosalind Groenewoud placed first. Jen Hudak, Simon Dumont, Kevin Rolland, and Keltie Hansen also podiumed. Here are photos from the snowy event.

When four patrollers were dismissed with no explanation, the resort community in Sunshine Village came together to support them. Now, the patrollers are engaged in a lawsuit with the resort owner, Ralph Scurfield. Here are the details as they unfolded.

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If you're willing to hike a little for some turns, British Columbia's newest backcountry lodge is ground zero for powder skiing.

Combining a classic 200-year-old village with Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak, Stowe Mountain Resort marries nature & tradition with modern amenities.

What's better than pretty girls with cool ski gear? Pretty girls with cool ski gear, wearing beards! Here are our favorite booth models from SIA wearing sample beards from Beardski.

Athlete Chris Anthony skis and eats his way through Italy.

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Shane McConkey knew how to prove who was the best skier on the mountain. Let us not forget.

Ski Logik, DPS, Movement, and more discuss rocker, topsheet design, and a game-changing ski shape, all on camera.

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Rebecca Selig and Jesse Bryan snagged top honors at the Freeskiing World Tour Qualifying stop in Jackson Hole.

This weekend, the Winter X Games, arguably the biggest event in skiing, took over Aspen. The pioneer of women's pipe skiing regained the podium, Sammy Carlson finally won Slopestyle gold, and a local boy made it big. Here's what went down.

Tom Wallisch and Ingrid Backstrom won the readers poll while movie of the year went to Matchstick Productions.

The Snow Sports Industry Association trade show went down recently in Denver. Everyone, from the biggest ski brands, to the guy who makes ski wax from bong resin in his basement is there, showing off what they've got coming up next winter. It's a lot to process, so here are some major trends, themes and styles that we saw on the show floor.

If you're looking for somewhere to wear your one-piece Bogner, keep moving west.

Black Diamond's new power line of skis.

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Stay up to speed on the latest X Games action. The events are streaming live here. Enjoy.

The first ever Denver Big Air went off last night. Team Armada took home the win, and Nordica's John Spriggs won best trick. Here’s what it looked like.

Something Independent is working to make Colorado the hub of the snowsports industry by promoting local businesses and artists during the Snowsports Industries America tradeshow.

Flylow Gear's Dan Abrams tells us about their first pair of bibs, the Baker.

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Straight from the floor of the Outdoor Retailer Winter Show we've got a look at K2's new line of backcountry gear, the Backside Tools.

Backcountry Access is issuing new software for the Tracker 2 after the Jackson Hole ski patrol had issues with their beacons freezing.

We skied with Mountain Hardwear and Volkl athlete Jenn Berg in her natural habitat: the mountains of Utah. She reveals her favorite line, ingredients for a perfect day, and plans for the season.

We've been trolling the floor at this year's Outdoor Retailer trade show, checking out next winter's gear. So far, the story has been about the sidecountry, and ski, boots, packs, and jackets that are designed to be used in the backcountry just as well as the resort. We also saw beefy but lightweight bindings, multiple airbag packs, a bunch of waterproof, breathable fabrics. Here's what you'll be coveting next fall.

What do changes in speed and direction in the jet stream mean for skiers?

What are the best ski films of all time?

What are the best ski films of all time?

Yesterday, Sugarloaf opened Brackett Basin, the first phase of their sidecountry expansion onto neighboring Burnt Mountain. Ten inches of new snow gave them enough coverage to open the upper glades. Here's what it looks like.

Sitting in your office this Thursday? Waiting out the warm spell and evening your goggle tan in Tahoe? Not to make you jealous, but Colorado and Wyoming have been getting pounded with snow, including a 26 inch banger at Breckenridge. We've got proof.

Check out the winning piece of snoetry.

Why you need it, and what skiers like Chris Davenport and Jen Hudak eat in the a.m.

Blake Jorgenson crowned King of Storms at Whistler Blackcomb’s Deep Winter Photo Challenge.

Whether you're schlepping gear for an all-day tour, or loading up on layers and snacks for an inbounds day, the right pack is important. Here are some of our favorites, from small sidecountry packs to huge haul bags.

Bottomless. Breathless. Wild...Alta is a homewrecker, all right. Confessions of a Little Cottonwood groupie.

Former Skiing Magazine Editor Megan Michelson was nominated for Best Female Segment in the Powder Video Awards.

One skier's surprising day on a demo pair of Ski Logiks leads to a transcontinental phone call with the company's founder to learn about ski building, moving to China, and the crazy dream that made it happen.

Got Monday off? No? Then maybe you should take a sick day. Snow’s been flying across the country, here is where it’s going to be deep.

This week, some of the best photographers in the ski world are in Whistler, B.C. for the Arc'teryx Deep Winter Challenge, a three-day-long photo contest. On Saturday, one will be crowned king (or queen) of storms. Here's one of the winning slideshows of the past.

Deep snow and a change to the judging rules kept things interesting at the Revelstoke stop of the FWT.

As touring gear gets more sophisticated and bomber, backcountry skiing is gaining popularity across the country. But, for a variety of very good reason, it can be intimidating. And finding appropriate entry-level trips can be hard. To help make the transition to touring, we’ve got some beta to get you started. Each month, Donny Roth, owner of Alpine Ambitions, will share a few destinations that are great starting points for skiers looking to get out and explore. The first installment is from Colorado, check back soon for ideas from other states.

You've voted and we've got a winner. Here's the winning photo.

You don’t have to rip to heliski. In fact, for intermediates and up who struggle with powder, the untracked wilds are the best place to learn.

True Life: I’m a total weenie.

By athletes, for athletes.

The city of Denver is taking it back to the concrete streets. Over the past few years, the Ruby Hill Rail Yard has shattered the mold for urban skiing and set the bar for other cities around the country. Did we mention it’s free, and it opens this weekend?

A ton of snow and a serious crew of competitors should keep things exciting. Check out video and live updates.

Is La Nina holding up her end of the deal?

World Champion mogul skier Patrick Deneen shows us his routine for getting strong to ski moguls.

Instead of trying to lose weight, this year, or some other inane resolution, you and everyone else who skis should resolve to go someplace new. And not Idaho or Aspen. Somewhere really new. Plus, tips on how to ski Europe.

Contour has enabled a new feature on their attach-anywhere cameras: Bluetooth.

Average guy shows his friends what he can do on skis in downtown New York City, becomes internet sensation. He told us about how to avoid manholes, where the idea came from, and his ski of choice for urban skiing.

The new SkiNet.com is a resource for up-to-date weather, resort, and snowfall information.

Now you can always know where it's snowing. We've launched a new snow reporting site: Snow Reports, which will give up-to-the-minute Accuweather forecasting, current conditions, and the latest snow reports.

Sunny skies and a serious snowpack. Our money is on Southern California this weekend.

On New Year’s Eve, Canadian ski mountaineer Greg Hill fulfilled his 2010 new year’s resolution to ski 2 million self-powered vertical feet in a year.

SKI and Saveur talk with chef Vic Casanova about how the culinary and ski lifestyles compliment eachother.

Endless powder. Lavish lodging. Divine cuisine. Yes, heliskiing at Canadian Mountain Holiday’s Monashee Lodge is indulgent—and you deserve it.

You've narrowed it down to your 15 favorite powder photos. Vote again for your favorite shot.

From January 20 - 30 2011, you too can Sundance with the stars. Held annually in Park City, Utah, this year’s Sundance Film Festival promises big names and sweet cinematic surprises. In conjunction with the festival, Park City resorts are rolling out the red carpet for skiers with some great deals.