The Best Runs in North America For Every Type of Terrain
From steeps to glades to bowls, we put our heads together to compile a respectable list of must-ski trails at resorts across the continent.
From steeps to glades to bowls, we put our heads together to compile a respectable list of must-ski trails at resorts across the continent.
Taking a page out of Tahoe’s playbook, Colo.'s Eldora Mountain Resort is digging out after a major almost-spring storm.
From navigating changing conditions to throwing their Strava followers into a tizzy, this dynamic duo's journey is one for the books.
There's only one thing that motivates us to actually do core work: the promise that it will make mogul skiing easier.
With winter almost in the rearview mirror, it's time to look ahead to spring skiing and where the powder is heading.
Die-hards are worried that their beloved ski hill will lose its local vibe, but management remains characteristically optimistic.
It’s been 16 years since Scarpa launched the original TX Pro and the still-vibrant free-heel community has been clamoring for a modern update ever since.
Three years after quitting her professional skiing career, Angel Collinson has a renewed sense of freedom and perhaps a new appreciation for skiing.
After her 96th World Cup win and six weeks of rehabbing, Mikaela Shiffrin will compete in the FIS World Cup Finals, where five titles are still up for grabs.
Hint: It's not the endless vertical or the incredible views they can't stop talking about.
Jasper Shealy's groundbreaking research in ski safety has reshaped our understanding of head injuries on the slopes.
This startup ski pass promises to save what’s best about skiing, and it costs about what you’d pay for a single day at a megaresort
Worry less about travel and focus more on skiing with our veteran traveler’s hard-earned hacks for winter air travel.
The typical price bump, new access for one Pacific Northwest ski area, and more perks than ever are on tap for next season.
Once an adrenaline junkie on the slopes, I've since found solace in skiing as I navigate the grief and anxiety of loss.
Ivan Jones went big and went home last weekend when he launched off a kicker directly into a moving chairlift.
Rates have finally crept back up to where they were before the 2020-'21 price cut.
Prepare for your first ski trip out West with expert tips on acclimating to altitude, tackling challenging terrain, and skiing with confidence.
After six weeks of healing and rehab, Mikaela Shiffrin will be back in the slalom starting gate on Sunday, March 10.
A new study sheds more light on the direct effects of climate change on the ski industry.
New data from ski tech company Carv shows why Olympian Ted Ligety's ski skills are far superior to just about anyone else.
With multimillion-dollar homes and private skiing, the new ownership says it’s committed to keeping Powder Mountain unlike a megaresort.
Shanty Creek Ski Area's unique Leap Year tradition invites skiers named Brad to enjoy free skiing and Brad-exclusive bathrooms.
The incident took place in Park City in 2020, where a father jumped off the lift to reach his fallen child.
River Radamus scored his first World Cup podium last weekend in Palisades Tahoe. Can he do it again at the Aspen World Cup?
The collection of now-185 independent ski areas will give you your money back if they don't hit 200 partner resorts.
Dynafit and Hoji spent three years collaborating on the Dynafit Ridge Pro, and the result blew me away.
The Colorado ski town's singular brand of counter culture bred creativity, hope, and freedom in the soul of one impressionable writer.
Three industry pros share tips for preventing—and coming back from—knee injuries to ski long into your golden years.
Ryan Stolp, creator of the comic "Lift Lines," wants his satire to encourage skiers to appreciate the quirks of ski town culture, rather than ridicule it.
Soft Life Ski is a UK-based group for Black and African professionals to learn to ski and share a love of music and community.
Vasu Sojitra finds a deep sense of belonging among the local skiers at Gulmarg Ski Area who find solace and purpose in skiing.
The marriage of freestyle skiing and skateboard culture blossoms at the country’s few but mighty urban terrain parks.
The epically popular theater production, “Gwyneth Goes Skiing” (not staring Gwyneth Paltrow), is set to make its U.S. debut in March in Park City.
PFAS, or forever chemicals, provide stellar water, stain, and oil repellency to everything from clothing and carpets to dental floss and paper plates. But at what cost? New regulations are forcing industries across the globe to rethink their chemistries because of the severe health implications of PFAS.
Men’s slalom at the Palisades Tahoe World Cup is a wide-open field this year. Could AJ Ginnis find redemption after his near miss last year?
Skiing in Europe can be easier, more authentic, and cheaper than staying stateside. Here are our top pics.
In a candid conversation, Engerbretson explores the intersection of advocacy and accountability in the world of skiing.
In the middle of his best season ever, Radamus is flirting with the World Cup podium in GS and scoring points in slalom and super-G.
What distinguishes Telemark skiing is its bindings, affixing solely to the toes of your ski boots, granting fluidity between turns.
Credited as "the best female telemark skier in the known universe," Rigby skied first descents in the world's biggest mountain ranges and influenced generations of skiers.
The discrepancy highlights the uneven snow year we’re seeing in North America so far this season.
After the ceremony, the newlyweds hit the slopes before gathering for an après-ski party.
Rigby, 54, aimed to redefine telemarking with her high-speed, hard-driving style. She was killed in an avalanche in Kosovo on Feb. 13, 2024.
There's no complicated technology, just love, sweat, and maybe a few tears.
Whether it’s your best friend, mom, or Valentine, here’s how to express your love this ski season.
Lifties, ticket scanners, and groomers make your favorite ski area hum, but they can’t work if they can’t find an affordable place to live.
By bringing together incredible music, inspiring speakers, riveting adventure films, sports and wellness activities, outdoor industry leaders, and a whole lot of gear, Outside has created a celebratory event with real purpose.
Navigating dating apps for ski partners was a rollercoaster of swipes, laughs, and unexpected connections. We wanted to know: Can you swipe your way to a ski community?
The recent spate of injuries has prompted an ongoing discussion about the demanding World Cup schedule and the risk to athletes.
Shiffrin's return to the World Cup tour remains uncertain as she prioritizes proper healing, recognizing the significance of upcoming seasons.
In most of the downhills and super-Gs this season, three to five U.S. men have finished in the points (top 30)—notably without veteran stalwart Travis Ganong.
We’re approaching President’s Day, and one New Jersey resort is taking the occasion a little extra seriously this year.
If no trip-planning and seamless travel sounds appealing, an all-inclusive ski vacation—yes, there's such thing—might be ideal for you.
Tickets are on sale now. Headlines include Fleet Foxes, Thundercat, Lettuce, Andrew Bird, Say She She, and The Heavy Heavy
These groups are at the forefront of making skiing more accessible and inclusive for underrepresented groups across the United States.
There's no skipping leg day when you're a skier.
The Colorado Ski Safety Act mitigates ski areas’ liability in the event of an accident, but this court case will test its limits.
The new LiTRIC airbag system, a collaboration between the Canadian and German companies, is lighter, more compact, and easier to use than current technologies.
Increasingly, independent athletes are penetrating the World Cup start list this year. Here’s how they are making it work.
The Freeride World Tour, the preeminent series for the sport, was recently forced to cancel two events and upend its schedule.
The Ikon Pass parent company will purchase the beloved ski area known for its expert terrain and non-corporate vibe.
Planning a winter getaway? The Granite State is a good time waiting to happen.
We might be done with ski-industry campaigns that speak only to women. But women’s specific skis will remain for the time being.
The film dissects modern ski culture with precision while simultaneously defending and celebrating the best parts of skiing.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has deployed a team of investigators to the crash site, emphasizing the significance of determining the cause of the accident.
Because fitting into a ski community is more than just strapping on skis and sending it.
Check out this line and the double backflip that might be on its way to immortality.
Squamish, Jumbo, Bridal Veil, and now South Anderson. But this one isn't your typical investor-fueled project.
A just-for-fun list of all the weird and wonderful things you'll find yourself thinking if you consider yourself a skier.
The top U.S. spots for the most snow so far this winter.
The past three Olympic Winter Games had not regularly hosted major international ski races and were in climates that pushed the limits of winter competition.
Townsend is at the height of his powers, but he still has to navigate the biggest hazard ski mountaineers face.
In a headline pulled right from a potential blockbuster, a snowboarder spent a night in a Heavenly gondola cabin after boarding in the late afternoon.
The incident began with a wild truck drive through Tahoe City, where a passenger jumped out of the moving vehicle wielding a knife.
This Colorado mountain town was already a bucket-list destination for snow-loving travelers—now it’s even easier to get to, with 13 nonstop flights from 11 hubs around the United States
The American ski star crashed midway through her run on what will be the 2026 Cortina Olympics downhill course.
The 25th Anniversary Aspen Sustainability report is out, and the ski company wants to harness their power for positive change.
From an affordable place to stay in Vail to a one-stop shop near the slopes of Niseko, these hotels are hot new additions.
With an Outside+ subscription, you can replay the Waterville Freestyle Cup and enjoy dozens of 2024 World Cup events globally.