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The End of Full TILT is Here
K2 revived the original three-piece Raichle Flexon boots from Europe in 2006 and ushered them into the next 15 years of progressive flex and innovation.
All-Inclusive Club Med To Anchor Snowbasin’s Massive New Village
The Utah ski area is finally getting a base area to match its Olympic-worthy slopes, anchored by an all-inclusive Club Med.
An Ode to the Most Wonderfully Boring Time of Year
It's mud season in mountain towns, and we're kind of relieved.
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The Ultimate Independent Resort Road Trip
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A Skier’s Guide to Vail Lodging, and Where to Find the Best Deals
This Colorado megaresort serves up mega hotel options for every type of ski traveler. These are our top picks.
I Made Fun Of Tele Skiing—and Then I Actually Tried It
Skiing is not meant to be taken seriously and we are not meant to take ourselves seriously while doing it.
Why Ski Technicians Don’t Want You to Sharpen Your Base Edges
The main reason: It won't make your edge any sharper.
The Best Radios for Backcountry Skiing
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How a Leading Big-Mountain Guide is Revolutionizing Women’s Skiing
Jessica Baker, a pioneering female mountain guide, first tackled skiing’s biggest lines and is now focused on diversifying the space.
Ski Towns Brew Great Beer—Here Are 5 of Our Favorites
Don't even think about ordering a Bud when there are locally inspired brews to be had at your favorite ski town this season.
These New Women’s Bibs are the Little Black Dress of Ski Apparel
Made with recycled four-way stretch, a 3L softshell bodice, and breathable insulation, the Aztech Mountain bibs offer a sleek silhouette without sacrificing function
Vail Resorts To Add or Upgrade 21 Lifts Across 14 Resorts for the 2022-’23 Season
The estimated $325 million in capital improvements are intended to enhance mountain flow and the skier experience.
One Ski Is Still Better Than No Skis—Just Ask This Paralympian
One day in 1988 changed the trajectory of Sarah Will's life as a skier, but it didn't end it.
Meet the 27 People Who Test, Rank, and Review Skis for Our Gear Guide
Why should you trust SKI's gear reviews? Because our veteran testers know skis—like, really know them.
This is The Most Overlooked and Essential Piece of Ski Gear
Whether skiing or enjoying après, this essential piece of gear keeps you stylish, cozy, and ready for anything.
Vail Resorts Shares Covid Guidelines for the 2021-’22 Season
From lift capacity to reservations, Vail Resorts lays out its health procedures ahead of the coming winter.
The Snow Report with Halley O’Brien: Gear and Beer
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This $4 Million Partnership Will Result in 13,000 Ski Visits for Kids New to the Sport
The Ikon Pass parent company allies with the Share Winter Foundation to help further diversify skiing this season.
The Best Men’s Powder Skis of 2022: Nordica Enforcer 110 Free
If you like to go fast in crud and variable terrain on powder days, you’d probably give the Nordica Enforcer 110 top marks.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Faction Dictator 2.0
Despite the hardcore name and top sheets, the Faction Dictator 2.0 is a surprisingly forgiving, playful, and fun ski.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition
All-black, all-speed, and all-mountain. The Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition is back for 2022 and it comes with QuadRod technology.
Helly Hansen Elevation Infinity 2.0 Jacket Review
This jacket stood the test of Silverton, Colo. Now that's saying something.
The Best Ski Boots of 2022: Head Formula
The all-new, all-mountain Head Formula ski boot provides an ideal combination of performance and comfort for recreational skiers.
The Best Ski Boots of 2022: Tecnica Cochise
The next generation of this iconic all-mountain workhorse ups the ante on what can be done by a ski boot.
The Best Ski Boots of 2022: Nordica SpeedMachine 3.0
The third generation of Nordica's classic medium-volume boot sheds grams without sacrificing performance.
The Best Backcountry Boots of 2022: SCARPA Maestrale XT
The newest generation of this iconic backcountry ski boot is still as stiff as can be, but still gets up a skin track well.
The Best Backcountry Boots of 2022: Fischer TransAlp Pro
An all-new ski boot from Fischer that reimagines how lightweight your everyday backcountry ski boot should be.
The Best Backcountry Boots of 2022: Lange XT3 Pro Tour
Lange took the award-winning XT3 concept and made it even more backcountry-friendly, but didn't sacrifice an ounce of downhill performance in the process.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Black Crows Mentis Freebird
Skinny, blue, and incredibly powerful, the Black Crows Mentis Freebird is an ideal option for long uphills.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Dynafit Blacklight 95
Super lightweight, great for skiing the steeps, and reasonably priced? The Dynafit Blacklight 95 checks all the boxes.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Movement Alp Tracks 100
This Swiss ski brand is making some waves in the North American backcountry ski scene, and, with lightweight skis like this one, it's easy to see why.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2
The DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2 is made with foam in the core, but it's also made to be super fun on the down. Here's why.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Scott Pure
This beefy backcountry ski is made for skiers who want to go fast down the mountain, and don't mind hauling a little extra weight up for it.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Weston Grizzly
The brand is known for making snowboards, but the fat backcountry-specific planks are fun for skiers, too.
We Can All Learn From the First Ski Shoot Featuring and Shot by BIPOC
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The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: WNDR Reason 120
The Utah-based company built a super-fat backcountry ski for earning your turns in powder. Here's how it skis.
Introducing the Best 2022 Gear Guide for Skiers
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The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Dynastar M-Pro 99 W
Intermediates looking to get off the groomed would do well to consider the Dynastar M-Pro 99 W.
The No. 1 Women’s Value Ski of 2022: K2 Reckoner 92 Alliance
Like to bop around in the bumps? Allow us to introduce you to these cute shorties.
The Best Women’s Value Skis of 2022: Elan Wildcat 82 C
Testers agreed that the Wildcat 82 C would make a great all-mountain tool for beginners and intermediates.
The Best Women’s Value Skis of 2022: Nordica Wild Belle 78 CA
Designed primarily for the frontside, the Wild Belle 78 CA will impress intermediates and advanced skiers alike.
The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Salomon QST Stella 106
Those looking for a wider ski to get off the groomed and into the bumps, trees, and crud will appreciate the QST Stella’s versatility.
The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Elan Ripstick 102 W
The Ripstick 102 W skis more like a wide race ski than a fatter all-mountain stick.
The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Black Diamond Impulse 104
This ski surprised testers who poo-pooed Black Diamond’s credibility in the resort ski arena.
The Best Men’s Deep Snow Skis of 2022: J Skis The Friend
No one should call it quits when the refills are free.
The Best Women’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Armada Reliance 102 Ti
Testers couldn’t say enough about this ski’s poppy and energetic personality.
The Best Men’s Value Skis of 2022: Line Sick Day 88
“Easy to engage, easy to release, easy to ski.”
The Best Men’s Value Skis of 2022: Nordica Navigator 75 CA
A great option for someone getting into the sport but wants a ski that can take them to the next level and beyond.
The Best Men’s Value Skis of 2022: K2 Reckoner 92
“An amusement park with bindings.”
Best Men’s Frontside Skis of 2022: Rossignol Experience 86 Ti
Wondering about the all-new Rossignol Experience 86 Ti Frontside Ski? Check out our testers' scores in this in-depth review.
The Best Women’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Völkl Secret 96
It's everything you love about the wider Secret 102, but in a slimmer, more playful package.
The Best Men’s Powder Skis of 2022: Kästle FX106 Ti
These chargers remain a top freeride option, especially for those with the pocket change for this level of ski.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: J Skis The Hotshot
On firm snow, the Hotshots' Vermont roots came to light.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: K2 Mindbender 99Ti
Back for a third season, the all-mountain K2 Mindbender 99Ti is still just as happy as can be in all conditions.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Black Diamond Impulse 98
The all-new Black Diamond Impulse 98 can hold its own at the resort and in the backcountry, making it an ideal do-it-all ski.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Rossignol Black Ops Sender Ti
At SKI Test, the Rossignol Black Ops Sender Ti ski had hardly any faults and wasn't ranked lower than fourth in any category.
2022 Best Men’s Frontside Skis: Dynastar M-Pro 90
Dynastar's M-Pro 90 was ranked in the top-five overall Frontside skis for 2022. Find out what our testers loved and what they didn't like.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Rossignol Black Ops Escaper
No metal? No problem! The Rossignol Black Ops Escaper dials up the playfulness and forgiveness scores thanks to its lightweight nature.
The No. 1 Women’s All-Mountain Wide Ski of 2022: Stöckli Nela 96
When the going gets tough, the Stöckli Nela 96 gets going.
The Best Women’s Powder Skis of 2022: Völkl Blaze 106 W
You thought there was no such thing as playful Völkl ski? Think again.
Best Men’s Deep Snow Skis of 2022: Dynastar M-Free 118
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Skis of 2022: Völkl M6 Mantra
The sixth generation of the Völkl Mantra lives up to the hype, as the German company has somehow tailored a great ski to be even better.
The Best Men’s All-Mountain Wide Skis of 2022: Völkl Blaze 106
The lightweight Völkl Blaze 106 can hold its own all over any ski resort, as well as deep into the backcountry.
The Best Women’s Ski Outerwear of 2022
Step up your ski style game this season with innovative new jacket and pants tech built for long days at the resort or in the backcountry.
The No. 1 Women’s Carving Ski of 2022: Stöckli Laser MX
This ski excels on edge, but won't punish skiers who are still working on their carving chops.
Best Women’s Carving Skis of 2022: K2 Disruption MTi Alliance
The all-new Disruption MTi Alliance is not the loosey-goosey K2 you've come to expect.
The Best Women’s Powder Skis of 2022: Dynastar M-Free 108
It’s not the fattest ski out there, but testers appreciated how versatile the M-Free 108 is.