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The changemakers leaving their mark on our slopes, from racers and ski mountaineers to everyday folks like you and me.

Freed from years of pain by a knee replacement—she’s back racing at 41, chasing Olympic glory in Cortina. Here’s how one of the world’s most dominant skiers is reclaiming what her legacy means beyond the podium.

Long legs, long sleeves, no weird gaps. This all-new ski kit delivers on fit and function for tall women—and it's on mega-sale for Cyber Monday.

Inside Atomic’s Austrian factory, engineers rethought the Redster’s famously tight fit and discovered that a few millimeters in the toe box could change everything.

For a brand built on progress, Armada’s new film "Ornada" feels like a step backward—its near-total lack of women is hard to ignore.

It won’t fix the world, but for 67 minutes, it’ll give you the joy-fueled reprieve we’re all in need of right now.

106 miles, three countries, one mountain: Here’s why UTMB is the most jaw-dropping race spectacle you should be tuning into right now.

Returning Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz explains the new half-price lift ticket perk for Epic Pass holders and its bigger implications for the future of skiing.

Stop replacing gear, clean it instead.

It’s silly. It’s irreverent. And it signals the end of powder panic and the start of something arguably more fun.

My life is falling apart. Laundry is piling up, my house is a disaster, and I’m living on quesadillas—but as long as there’s snow, I just can’t quit.

Jason Remple, Alex Pashley, and Jeff Keenan are remembered for their deep contributions to the snow community.

Bernie Rosow has shaped Mammoth’s slopes for two decades—and still finds time to be first in line on every powder day.

Skiing Colorado’s Battleship Mountain pushed me to confront my fears and find strength in vulnerability—with help from my ski partners.

Forget T.J. and Dexter—it's time to celebrate the women who shaped the greatest ski movie of all time and proved there's no one way to be a woman in a ski town.

From cold therapy to e-bikes and recovery tools, here’s the gear that made my ACL recovery smoother—and how it can help you, too.

The DPS Pisteworks 79 takes carbon fiber technology into frontside carving, offering a lightweight yet stable ride—here’s how it performed.

From deep powder in Alaska to endless descents in the Alps, here’s how to track down the best skiing of your life.

Fear on the slopes isn’t a weakness—it’s part of the sport. From beginners to pros, every skier faces fear.

Ski season flings are as fleeting as fresh powder, but that is what makes them magic. These short-lived romances are a rite of passage.

Even the best skiers have their embarrassing moments. From forgotten boots to lost car keys, our editors share their worst mistakes.

Follow a crew of skiers as they explore the mountains of Eastern Europe—traveling only by bus, train, and foot—while discovering deep snow, rich culture, and the beauty of slow travel.

Halfdays x ILIA just launched a ski kit collaboration in a bold new colorway. The kit combines high-performance gear with clean skincare.

Salomon’s 2025/26 QST ski collection brings updated designs, unisex graphics, and enhanced performance across its lineup of four models.

After four years of snowboard-focused events, NST has assembled a world-class roster of skiers for its first-ever ski competition.

ARVA has issued a voluntary recall due to a malfunction that could render the device inactive. Learn how to replace your beacon for free.

Shake up your après-ski routine with these five iconic cocktail recipes, from a classic Aperol Spritz to the legendary Alta Bomb.

Park City ski patrollers are on strike, demanding better wages and working conditions. Learn how this labor action impacts resort operations.

From its sustainable craftsmanship to timeless design, this is the ski sweater worth investing in—and passing down for generations.

Find out how to identify affected devices and steps to get a free inspection, repair, or replacement. Safety remains Mammut’s top priority.

This event marks an exciting step for competitive skiing, adding a new level of visibility for freeride and slopestyle athletes as they take on Alaska’s natural terrain.

Discover why the Quality Ski Time Film Tour is a must-see event for skiers this season. Featuring four films, athlete appearances, giveaways, and support for Protect Our Winters, this tour celebrates skiing and the stories that unite the community.

Discover the Outside Activity Feed, a new social platform for personalized content, community engagement, and seamless activity tracking.

With a blend of seasoned champions and fresh talent, the 2024-25 U.S. Alpine Ski Team is set to dominate the slopes this season.

Eight athletes compete in adrenaline-pumping challenges across skiing, climbing, and biking to determine who truly reigns supreme in Ultimate Mountain Athlete.

Dr. Terrence “Terry” O'Connor, 48, became the third avalanche death in Idaho this season and brings the national count to 16.

Two skiers, Andrew Cameron, 23, from Utah, and Austin Mallet, 32, from Montana, have been identified as the victims in the May 9 avalanche on Lone Peak in Utah's Little Cottonwood Canyon.

Utah Avalanche Center said the north-facing region of Lone Peak, where the avalanche occurred, is known for its steep and unforgiving terrain.

Remembered for his passion for skiing and adventurous spirit, 21-year-old Winter Park ski coach Dallas LeBeau leaves a legacy of inspiration and admiration.

Vasu Sojitra finds a deep sense of belonging among the local skiers at Gulmarg Ski Area who find solace and purpose in skiing.

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.

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.

The incident began with a wild truck drive through Tahoe City, where a passenger jumped out of the moving vehicle wielding a knife.

The organization has also secured funding to offset 10 percent of its carbon footprint this season and aims to offset 100 percent or more by 2030.

Known for his impressive tricks and stylish approach on the slopes, Quinn Wolferman's career is marked by dedication and creativity.

Gleich is bringing her passion for the environment and dedication to overcoming big challenges to the forefront of her campaign.

In 2023, SKI readers engaged with a diverse range of articles, each offering unique insights into the world of skiing. From thought-provoking pieces to practical guides, thank you for spending so much time with us this year.

Marcus Caston and Connery Lundin invite you to spend a week in the Alps, improving your skiing and eating schnitzel. Here’s why it’s worth the trip.

Held annually in the Swiss village of Mürren, the Inferno combines hard partying with a very serious downhill challenge. And did we mention the abject terror?

In a demanding ski testing environment, these products shone, ensuring that our dedicated testers had the right gear to make their evaluations successful.

According to a local newspaper report, Henry and Chilean IFMGA mountain guide Juan Senoret were attempting to ski from the summit of the Putiagudo Volcano in the Los Lagos region.

The film follows Ryan Collins as he connects with the queer community of Revelstoke, seeking their opinions and stories and relationship with mountain culture.

Allies have the power and the opportunity to stand up for the equal and fair treatment of people different than themselves.

Ski Patrol is searching the area using Avalanche Rescue Dogs, Recco, and probes. The Snowbird Village is now in Interlodge.

Snowbird, Alta, Brighton, and Solitude resorts are also closed, and backcountry travel is not recommended as avalanche danger is high on all aspects.

Upwards of 20 inches of snow fell at both resorts between 6 am and 4 pm today, adding to a season total of 744” at Alta and 685" at Snowbird.

Vonn fulfilled a lifetime dream by becoming the first woman to ski the most notorious downhill course in the world

The case for taking that bucket-list trip with your teens while they still want to ski with you (and you can still keep up).

Women-Led Wednesday is Nov. 23. Their directory makes it easy to find and support women-owned and operated businesses.

An album about self-loathing, revenge, falling in love, and falling apart ties back to a life of outdoor adventure.

Get your tickets for the worldwide film tour now or get prepped for the virtual screening on Outside Watch. Just don't miss it.

In August, the third director in five years left the organization, citing conflict.

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Why choose between being outdoorsy and being fashionable? We are women! We can, and we should have it all. 

Corinne Tan, the 2022 Doll of the Year, is a Chinese-American girl from Aspen, Colorado, whose favorite activity is skiing.

Gu, who represented China in the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing rather than her native U.S., continues to take flack for the decision.

Montana-based Peak Ski Company introduces a new line of direct-to-consumer products featuring newly-developed technology.

Skiing is a life-long sport, which means there’s always something new to learn. With these online ski courses, actually learning it is easier than ever. 

The Buddhist virtue ​​of mudita focuses on finding joy in the happiness and success of others—where better to do so than on skis?

At 39 years old, Candide Thovex has released yet another mind-boggling edit of an unbelievably smooth run.