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The second FWT21 event will replace the canceled Hakuba stop and shake up the scoring schedule for the athletes.

What the SKI staff is loving right now, from instant coffee to ski wax—but definitely not those two together.

OutdoorMaster's new goggle gives the big-name brands a run for their money.

An American rookie stole the show on the men's side of the Freeride World Tour field at Ordino Arcalìs, Andorra.

For one black skier, the mountains won't be a welcoming place for everyone until we all put in the work.

Shiffrin didn't add the GS World Champ Title to her portfolio, but she did collect her third medal of the 2021 World Championships

With eight feet of snow in four days, Utah's Alta and Snowbird are officially buried.

The Dragon Ultra sunglasses are large and in charge. Here's one editor's honest opinion about what works and where there is room for improvement.

Skiers demand a lot of their sunnies. Our top picks deliver.

The event is a combination of a big mountain and slopestyle comp with one simple conceit—biggest, baddest run wins.

Elan released an early preview of the new Black Edition Ripsticks, and they sold out in two weeks. Luckily, more will be available this fall.

Take edge sharpening into your own hands with this beginner-friendly video tutorial.

SKI's updated, highly opinionated list of the scariest terrain in North America that all skiers should add to their agendas this season.

The latest version of the Tecnica Cochise also pays tribute to the vision of Arne Backstrom and his original 150-flex "Frankenboot."

Professional ski instructor Ann Schorling troubleshoots the most common powder skiing mistakes and how to fix them.

Share Winter grantee Sky Tavern's proves that skiing can be the glue that keeps a tradition going strong for 75-plus years.

The 25-year-old has now surpassed Ted Ligety and Lindsey Vonn in World Championship medals.

When one writer followed her former mentee into the Freeride World Qualifier in Taos, N.M., a lot of things happen. Think fear and loathing, but also—love.

With three confirmed venues and the possibility of five separate events in less than 30 days, the FWT21 schedule promises to be fast, furious, and fun.

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The two-time Olympic Champion who planned to retire after a final appearance at the World Championships will have to skip his farewell race.

Johnson didn’t medal, but a herculean recovery after a critical mistake landed her in the top 10.

A new Santa Ana model and Wild Belle collection will hit the shelves this fall. We help you decide which ski best suits your style.

What the SKI staff is loving right now, from suds and tunes to staying slope-ready and warm on the coldest of days.

Ben Eck won New Hampshire’s grassroots enduro race Last Skier Standing

A super-lightweight ski sock with ample compression and durability for skiers who wear tight-fitting, high-performance ski boots.

Tools that can handle the intense weather skiers are sure to find in Niseko, Hakuba, Nozawa, and beyond.

Close to the Vermont-N.H. border, nonprofit Whaleback Mountain continues to do whatever it takes to keep the sport accessible to its youngest community members.

The best views aren't always from the summit. Soak in the backdrop from these geographically blessed hotel pools.

After only four speed training days in more than a year, Shiffrin made a triumphant return to the super-G World Championship podium.

GoodGuides and their new base in Japan is keen on showing visitors why Hakuba is the place for your next big ski vacation.

Can’t go to Japan this winter? Might as well drink one of the country’s most iconic beers during après instead.

After extensive injury rehab and with World Cup podiums in the books, Johnson is ready to collect some World Championship hardware.

Waxing isn't rocket science. Pro ski technician Leif Sunde breaks down the basics in this step-by-step video.

The YMCA of Greater Flint and the Share Winter Foundation introduce underprivileged kids to the slopes of Michigan's Mt. Holly.

The new Speedmachine 3 boot and all-new line of skis for women headline Nordica’s 2022 lineup.

The expansion makes Lake Louise the second-largest ski resort in Canada after Whistler Blackcomb.

Share Winter Foundation breaks down barriers to get more BIPOC skiing, but they can't do it alone.

Powder-seekers are taking advantage of Steamboat's reservation-free policy—and fueling local controversy in the process.

The Austrian brand relied heavily on feedback from North American skiers to design the new Maverick and Maven skis.

We caught up with the greatest female racer of all time to see how she’s handling retirement. Turns out, she’s here for it.

The two-time Olympic Champion will leave the racecourse after a final appearance at the World Championships.

From Olympians to beginners, direct-to-consumer women’s apparel company Halfdays isn’t sacrificing accessibility, functionality, or fashion.

Skiers who’ve written it off as being too cruisey should check out the Idaho resort's new Sunrise terrain.

Check out Max Ufberg's author page.

Meanwhile, Mikaela Shiffrin has announced that she will start in the alpine combined and super-G events in addition to her technical specialities.

Sweet Protection debuts a small technical outerwear collection designed for high performance in the harshest conditions.

Check out Sierra Shafer's author page.

Who will leave it all on Cortina’s slopes at the Alpine World Championships? Here are SKI’s top picks.

Join Active Pass and binge-watch vintage Warren, from the 1960s to today.

The Giro Contour provides a supremely comfortable fit by mimicking the shape of a skier's face.

The sixth generation of the Mantra all-mountain ski and its women's-specific counterpart is now tailored for every individual skier.

Wachusett's Crowley Clan is several generations deep into ski-area ownership and can say one thing for sure: It's not the size of the slopes or the vertical feet that matter—it's the amount of heart that goes into a mountain that makes it special.

There have now been 11 fatalities resulting from eight avalanches nationwide since December 18.

IOC President says he is confident China will ensure safe and secure Olympic Games

See how that ski you have your eye on ranked against the competition in every test category.

This value-minded, helmet-compatible wireless headphone lets you effortlessly add tunes to your ski day.

Would you rather win a regional Emmy or have a beer named after you? The Snow Report Show now has both thanks to a collab with Telluride Brewing.

With the introduction of a new Declivity model and women’s-specific Reliance line, Armada expands its arsenal of all-mountain chargers.

The Hoji Lock system simultaneously puts the boot in walk mode and loosens the top buckle and cuff strap in one step

The trick to managing speed when the slope gets steep? Switching up turn shapes and edge angles.

The new mandate requires face masks be worn at all federal buildings and lands. On paper, that includes 60 percent of ski resorts.

A total of 61 independent resorts are now included, with the two new additions making a serious case for a Northern Rockies road trip this season.

American Breezy Johnson collected her first super-G points of the season.

The brand’s new Diract Voice transceiver provides audio commands to assist at critical times during avalanche search and rescue.

The only Canadian skier to win the World Cup Overall title to date is still going strong more than halfway through her seventh decade.

At-home fans and spectators can immerse themselves in a virtual X Fest world

The fledgling operation opened in a new location this season, offering backcountry lessons, avy education courses, and guiding services.

Our highly subjective list of the best terrain parks in ski country.

Get a sneak peek at the all-new additions to Salomon's QST all-mountain line.

Nestled against Rocky Mountain National Park, this winter adventure wonderland has everything you’ll need for a memorable backcountry skiing adventure – trails, guides, gear shops, avy training, and more await your visit.

Here's a checklist to run through after getting professionally serviced skis to ensure you have a good ski tune.

Winds reaching 80 to 100 miles per hour, as well as high avalanche danger and snow totals, could keep ski areas from operating

This utility player will earn a coveted spot amongst your favorite layering pieces for any conditions this season.