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From never-seen venues to pandemic and political tensions, the XXIV Olympic Winter Games are shrouded in uncertainty.
Kai Owens is only 17 years old, but her big ambitions and even bigger talent are expected to shine at the 2022 Winter Games and beyond.
After injuring her knee in two training crashes, Team USA's biggest Olympic medal contender in women's downhill will miss her second Olympic bid.
A country with no ski culture just a few years ago, China has set a goal of 350 million skier visits this winter.
After a string of Top 20 finishes, the 27-year-old slalom specialist is ready for her Olympic debut.
The 18-year-old U.S.-born and -trained skier is competing for China during the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games.
Ravi Drugan could have chosen to sit out on life. Instead, he's heading to the 2022 Winter Paralympic Games.
The 29-year-old American will attempt to add another Olympic medal to the family trophy room when he competes in Beijing.
And just like that, single-event Wildcard Max Palm earned himself a permanent spot on the Tour this season.
History was once again written on the slopes of the Hahnenkamm: Dave Ryding claimed his country's first World Cup victory, and France's Johan Clarey one-upped his own downhill record.
Learn how to save your energy for the fun stuff with these pro tips from PSIA instructor Ann Schorling.
Look for these 34 athletes to represent Team USA in China next month, including young talent mixed with Olympics veterans.
Mastering the carve ski turn not only presents a challenge but also offers significant benefits, including improved balance, speed, and overall enjoyment on the slopes.
Vail Resorts fared better over MLK weekend than the December holidays, but still faces criticism for poor skier experiences.
An Alaskan ski adventure about the quest to find the mythical Sugar Mountain, the film features skiing by Chris Booth, Watkin McLennan, Tim Myers, and Miles Clark.
This year's wildcard athlete is ready to prove she has new tricks up her sleeve.
The Oath is a new nonprofit launched by Pattie Gonia, Teresa Baker, and José González.
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On this episode of The Outside Podcast, we talked to author Heather Hansman about the future of ski bumming in a changing landscape.
You can't bring everything with you when you're earning your turns, so dial in your kit wisely with these touring essentials.
The company reports holiday skier numbers across its resorts, and plans to improve staffing shortages going forward.
Start incorporating medicine balls into core workout moves that target bracing and rotational strength, which are essential for skiers.
Fitness comes and goes. Allow Glen Plake to make a case for prioritizing style—that elusive athletic skill that endures.
The snowy version of summer's best adventure-sports festival will transform the Vail Valley into an extreme-sports mecca in February.
It's one of the most accessible ways to go camping, but several integral pieces of gear can make car camping even more enjoyable.
Some tech gadgets detract from the ski experience. Not these smart accessories.
Whether you want to learn a new sport—like skate skiing or ice climbing—or improve your skills, there’s a lesson out there for you
McCoy Park’s 250 acres and 17 new runs is a unique spot where learners can cruise wide, long-angle runs with expansive mountain vistas.
Localism is making ski towns downright hostile to newcomers these days, and that's no way to grow the sport.
From expanded resort acreage to turbocharged lifts, we tracked down all the ways you can make this winter your best ever
With plenty of good food and drinks, events, and nightlife, there’s a lot more to Reno-Tahoe than its phenomenal skiing.
Four skiers fell 25 feet and two were seriously injured in the January 7 incident at N.C.’s Beech Mountain.
As backcountry trailheads like the one on Wyoming's Teton Pass outside of Jackson Hole get more crowded, responsible recreation practices are more important than ever.
The Olympic legend looks back on the development of his namesake video game; what went wrong and what went right.
Skiing in Aspen can be a pricey proposition, but if you plan strategically, this tony Rocky Mountain resort can be experienced on the cheap.
New digital snow evaluation gadgets keep popping up, but the technology isn't foolproof—yet.
From Vermont's classic glades to the powder-choked bowls of the West, the destinations on this list will delight skiers of all stripes.
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Shiffrin made her return to World Cup racing after a positive Covid test, but fears the slalom globe is now out of reach.
Ikon Pass Travel is aiming to be a one-stop-shop for booking lodging, airfare, car rentals, lessons, and more at its nearly 50 resorts around the globe.
Bolton Valley's largely unexplored backcountry welcomes both the experienced and the uninitiated to experience the wonder.
Fire up those ski muscles with these resistance band exercises designed by former U.S. Ski Team trainer Chris Miller.
Because it’s dumb to be cold
Skiers have a primal fascination with driving through fresh snow.
These are some of our favorite tales, from hilarious to horrifying, that offer a glimpse into what it’s like to work ski patrol.
If you're looking to party into the wee hours and still hit first chair, here's your quick-and-dirty guide to the best nightlife in the West.
These handy kitchen gadgets will bring you one step closer to making your #VanLife dream a reality this winter.
All area ski resorts were closed Monday, with whiteout conditions, high winds, and staff unable to reach the resorts due to road closures.
The reality is, most of us can’t and don’t live in the idyllic (and exclusive) enclaves at the base of a ski area in the Mountain West
Settle into your favorite chair and sink into a satisfying story guaranteed to stoke your desire to plan an adventure of your own.
Going somewhere? These durable and convenient travel bags are in it for the long haul.
Welcome to RED Mountain Resort and idyllic Rossland, B.C., where skiers live perfectly storied lives—and more are on the way.
Whether you’re a lifelong skier or a newcomer looking to dip your toes into the snow, these ski instruction tips will help you level up.
Man and woman, young and old, skier and snowboarder meet to compete for something deeper than medals at a family hill in Maine.
Backcountry skiing with kids is still about escaping crowds and enjoying nature. It's also about making it fun so they want to return.
2021 was an interesting year for the ski industry, from pandemic restrictions to raging wildfires. Here are our top new stories.
If you claim to know everything about gear, you'll never learn anything new. And these tidbits may just change your life on skis.
The active, nature-loving kids in your life will love to unwrap any of these outdoor-minded pieces of gear.
Most skiers decide on their route first, then check the avy conditions. Here's why that's backwards.
Visit Mt. Bachelor anytime from now through the spring and have a unique mountain experience
During the pandemic, Whistler Blackcomb was transformed into a place that barely felt familiar to one avid local. This season, she hopes to get reacquainted with her home mountain.
Stöckli opens its first-ever U.S. demo center and specialty store at Sun Valley Resort.
It's onward and upward for the two Americans leading the way for Team USA in the women's speed events.
After equipment issues and disappointing World Cup finishes, Bryce Bennett has finally found the podium—and claimed the top spot.
If you get hurt in the mountains or need to be rescued, you could end up paying more than $25,000 out of pocket unless you have accident insurance.
The new series from Outside follows the World Cup and Olympic champion as she comes back from personal tragedy.
Experience the ultimate adventure weekend in Telluride with and go skiing with pros like Michelle Parker and Vasu Sojitra.
Thanks to the 2022 Reader Resort Survey, we know which resorts have the best dining scenes in the West. Here's where to eat at each one.
Low back pain during or after skiing is common. So is the cause of that pain.
The very same fundamental skills and movements that are critical to sliding on snow apply when you ski the terrain park.
The SKI editors' favorite items to make ski travel easier and more comfortable for the globetrotting shredder in your life.
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With as much footage from contests as the backcountry, Playground tried to find middle ground in pleasing a crustier, more mature audience, and the burgeoning freeski movement.
Backcountry travelers can largely avoid avalanches with careful route planning and terrain management.
As the year winds down, we invite you to enjoy some of our most-read travel articles from throughout the past 12 months.
Because, why not tackle one of the scariest lines of the Fifty Project at the end of the season?
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A ski trip to the Japanese village of Nozawa Onsen is just as memorable for its glimpses of everyday life as it is for its deep snow.