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Ever wonder what pro skiers use? This is it: a handful of pro models from outerwear to skis, and even backpacks. We figure if the pros design them, and ski them everyday, they must be worth something.

Sure, skiing is important, but sometimes what you do after is equally as fun. Here are the reader-voted top ten resorts for Après.

Full legal rules for the snow days calendar of giveaways.

Or, how Full Tilt and Dalbello, with a little help from Seth Morrison and NASA, are bringing the sexy back to three-piece ski boots.

Chris Lee Chef from Aureole in New York City, gives a cooking class.

Around 10:30 this morning, an aging double chair derailed at Sugarloaf, Maine.

The East Coast snowpocalypse might have screwed travelers, but it paid off big time for skiers. Here's where it dumped.

So there I was, standing in line at the local six-pack, silently fuming at the masses of gapers who couldn’t manage to count in even numbers, and the lackadaisical lift ops offering as much help as a bucket of hot water at an Igloo commune, when I got to thinking about some things that we skiers could do this year to strengthen our snow-worshipping community and make skiing even more fun. Here are some New Years resolutions for skiers.

These are the best things we've seen all year. From other-side-of-the-world landscapes, and portraits of ass-kicking female athletes to blower, double overhead pow shots. Take a look.

As the Western US was pounded with snow, and resorts like Mammoth Mountain saw thirteen feet of snow, meteorologists were pointing to the "pineapple express." But what exactly does that mean? Meteorologist Joel Gratz fills us in.

The snow is falling and the holidays have arrived. Here are some of our favorite events taking place this week including grinch performances, après parties and Santa repelling from the Snowbird tram.

Tahoe-based skier Josh Bennett taught himself to build bamboo skis and is using sales to stop global warming.

Simply put– Ted Ligety is on a tear.

These are some names you might get used to hearing this season: Keri Herman, Rosalind Groenewoud, Dania Assalay, Ashley Battersby. These photos of female halfpipe and slopestyle athletes prove that they've got what it takes.

Here are the best websites and apps to find the most up-to-date weather information.

With top of the podium finishes at all of the major comps so far, Canadian halfpipe skiers are dominating the scene this season. We talked with Justin Dorey, Matt Margetts, and coach Trennon Paynter at the Dew Tour stop in Breckenridge to find out why.

Long-awaited slopeside niceties complement the terrain at this Vermont resort.

Trying to find the healthiest slopeside side? The answer might surprise you.

Dakine designers and team riders joined forces to build the Bronco glove.

Soma-Tec boots put you in a natural stance, it's how we walk, how we run, and how we should be skiing.

Skiing editor Kevin Luby flew into Mammoth Mountain, California, last Thursday. Since then, 13 feet of snow have fallen on the Sierras and he is stuck there. Somehow, we don't feel bad for him.

Born from the streets of Montreal and raised in the mountains across North America and Europe, Orage defines today’s modern mountain culture.

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You sent us your best powder shots of the year, and honestly we're pretty impressed (read: jealous). Flip through the gallery and vote for your favorite shots. You can pick five, then we'll narrow it down to the top 20 for a final round of voting. The most popular photographer wins a free pair of Wagner Custom skis (again, jealous).

What all the skiers in your life are looking for this holiday season.

Did your sister move to the mountain for “just one season” after graduation? Here are some presents that’ll get her through the winter, and they’ll all last a while, too. Because we’re guessing she’s not moving back to Jersey any time soon.

It was a snowy day in Breckenridge as the world's best superpipe skiers battled it out on a massive 22-foot pipe. Simon Dumont, Justin Dorey, and Kevin Rolland skied the cleanest runs in the pipe to earn them first, second, and third.

Today was prelim day at the Nike 6.0 Open stop of the Winter Dew Tour in Breckenridge, Colorado. Kevin Rolland is first going into tomorrow's superpipe, and Russ Henshaw is leading in the slopestyle department. Check back tomorrow for shots from the finals.

Skiers used to swap stories and share their passion on lifts and over après drinks. That’s so last year.

Beekman's story, "El Otro Lado (The Other Side)" was nominated as a notable read in this year's "Best American Travel Writing"

Catskiing returns to some of Colorado’s most snow-stacked slopes.

Conditions are looking great across the country, here are a few of our favorite spots to check out this weekend.

The Freethinker is The North Face's most technical, innovative, and bombproof alpine jacket.

5 days, 7 friends, and your choice of one of 13 award-winning winter resorts in British Columbia.

MARMOT ALPINIST GORE-TEX® Pro Shell Jacket

Showing his strength across disciplines, Jon Olsson raced—and did well— last weekend at Val d'Isere.

Got an uncle who make more laps at the bar then he does on the t-bar? We've got him covered, too.

Reward yourself and your liver.

Simon Dumont is a seven-time X-Games medalist known for his gravity defying amplitude in the halfpipe. Between last weekend’s Visa U.S. Grand Prix at Copper Mountain and this weekend’s Dew Tour at Breckenridge we caught up with Simon to talk about injuries, the Olympics, and his clothing company Empire Attire.

Snow dances are great; silver iodide is better. Here's why a few resorts in the Rocky Mountains have jumped into cloud-seeding.

While the western states were having fun in November and early December with over 100” of snow, east coasters were sitting around hoping for a little sign that winter is an equal-opportunity season. Over the last few days, winter showed up east of the Mississippi with cold air and BIG snow totals.

A real estate speculator and his company Gold Hill Development Co have purchased mining claims in Telluride’s Bear Creek and banned public use on the property. That means no skiing in one of Telluride’s premier backcountry areas.

A skier recounts his experience participating in an avalanche drill.

The up and coming big mountain athlete on polar bears, big mountain comps, and her first filming experience with Warren Miller.

Snow Daze is back with free concerts from Weezer, O.A.R, and Mixmaster Mike. Head out to Vail this weekend for giveaways, after parties and the beloved Dummy Demolition Derby.

After a slow start to the season, the East Coast is finally seeing some snow. Sugarloaf got 12 inches, and there are pow turns to be had all throughout New England.

Although bankruptcy proceedings continue, Tamarack Resort has been approved to open for the season.

How to stay ahead of storms, know who is getting dumped on, and never make a turn on firm snow.

Salomon announces a radical new ski design that promises to challenge the conventional wisdom of alpine ski design. Is it all hype?

Spot the slip up in Skiing’s 2011 Resort Guide, write a limerick, and earn a chance to win a four-person ski getaway to Mt. Bachelor, Oregon.

The holidays are all about family, togetherness, and good food. So, cancel your dinner reservations at that restaurant you’ve been to countless times. These dinner sleigh rides will add a nice, hom-ey touch to your holiday ski vacation.

The official rules for Skiing Magazine's Spot the Error Sweepstakes

Does your nephew spend time in the park throwing tricks you can't keep track of (pretzel what?)? Here's what you can get him to keep him safe and stylish. And to up his street cred.

Ski as fast as Bode, or at least see as fast.

No, it's not some steamy site for hardcore ski groupies; Fantasy Ski Racer is a sweet new fantasy football-style web platform for ski racing fans.

An insiders guide to the snow, the suds, the beds, and the tasty eats of a place you may never have known was a ski town but should be checking out. By Kevin Luby

The official rules of the Powder Photo Contest.

Spend your whole winter searching for powder? We think you should be rewarded for that.

Skiing on the cheap this season? Or maybe every season? Hostels can offer quality experiences at a price significantly below the soaring rates of ski town lodging. Here are a few of our favorites.

After one of the snowiest Novembers on record in the West, resorts like Steamboat and Summit at Snoqualmie are still racking up the inches. Here is where the storms are heading this weekend.

Bode Miller, Julia Mancuso, and Lindsey Vonn are training for this weekend's World Cup races in Beaver Creek, Colorado, and Lake Louise, Alberta.

This season, we're rolling out a series of gift-guides, specifically created for every skier on your list. Happy shopping!

North America’s most noteworthy ski mountaineers write up their favorite ski descents.

Your new fat boards might be on the way, but are you really ready for ski season? Have you done anything to prepare for après-ski? This can be the most important time of day. Here are the classic ways to get it done, and who does what, so you won’t find yourself in the wrong scene after 4 p.m. ever again. -Brigid Mander

Is your mother a dawn patrolling, avi savvy, soft snow junkie who can out hike all of your bros? Here’s what you can add to her BC setup, along with a couple of thing she'll want off the hill.

Gone are the days of drinking stale 7-11 coffee before heading to Brighton, Solitude, Alta, or Snowbird. Olympic medalist Shannon Bahrke opens Silver Bean Coffee at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah.

With ski slopes threatened by global warming, resorts are exploring ways to counter climate change thanks to a push from environmental non-profits throughout the country.

Bibs offer substantially more coverage than traditional ski pants. They're especially effective when skiing blower powder. We've picked the most stylish and functional pairs around. Luckily for you, there's powder almost everywhere.

Snowbird got dumped on this past weekend, almost 3 feet since Saturday, and they are expecting another 1-2 tonight. Northstar-at-Tahoe got pounded too—over 5 feet since last Friday. And Kirkwood opens November 24th with plenty of snow on the ground. Do we even have to tell you where to ski this weekend?

Thinking of spending fall’s tastiest holiday in ski country? Here are some recipes from our friends at Saveur that are perfect for a cozy meal with friends and family. Spend the day on the slopes, then head home to prepare your yummiest Thanksgiving yet.

Rockered skis have fundamentally changed the way we ski powder. Find out how to step up your game in a step-by-step sequence from Skiing Interactive.

So much for a drier early season. Colorado, Utah, and Tahoe are consistently receiving powder. Viva La Nina.

It's almost non-denominational holiday season, which means you're probably late getting on the present buying train. For your cliff-hucking, pow-schralping boyfriend we've got boots, baselayers, and and a book that'll keep him safe in avy terrain. Check back for ideas for all of the skiers in your life.

Thanksgiving is a crapshoot when it comes to skiing, the snow can be variable, but there are early season deals to be had. Luckily, this year we’re getting the best of both worlds, November has already been a big month for snow in the West and you can still find screaming deals on lodging, tickets and food. Looking for a place to give thanks? Here’s where you should head, plus forecasts, so you can decide for yourself.

With the $6 billion Vancouver Winter Games Over, What’s the long-term payoff? The biggest benefit might not be easy to count.

Sometimes it takes a wake up call to remind you that it's important to protect your brain. Here is Jeremy Benson's story, so you don't need you own.

Wondering how to become a brand director at a ski company? If you’re Chris O’Connell, it was simple: start your own.

Colorado is where it’s at this weekend. An early season storm dumped 36 inches in 72 hours on Summit County, and Vail and Winter Park got their fair share as well. If you’re in California or Canada you’ve got options, too: Squaw, Heavenly and Whistler are all opening this weekend.

Bringing the snow stoke to the concrete jungle.