backcountry skiing

There’s a women’s movement happening in the skiing community, and Revelstoke-based ski coach Leah Evans has—by popular vote—been elected its leader.

The goals are fewer fatalities among snow science professionals and more options for recreational skiers.

For the first time in two decades, a backcountry cabin has opened on public lands outside of Breckenridge, Colo.

A ski tribute to the shortest day of the year.

Cody Townsends goes after a line "with a high price of admission."

New beacons aren't cheap, but this program makes an important upgrade a little easier on the wallet.

The experienced big mountain skier died after falling into a crevasse in the Pemberton backcountry.

Never before has a first-time competing team finished this military mountaineering race, until now.

Get off the grid in the high sierras, complete with comfy digs and killer terrain right outside the door.

The majestic, heli-in Snowfall Lodge matches its pristine setting in the wilds of interior B.C.'s Incomappleaux River Valley.

The specialty retailer tapped the most respected brands in the backcountry skiing biz to design their new head-to-toe touring kit.

IFMGA guide Jayson Simon-Jones gives light to the highest guiding standard and why it matters to all skiers.

Exploring some of the most beautiful parts of British Columbia on a jammin' road trip.

They say if you seek happiness, you will never find it. But I'll tell you exactly where it is: in the fjords of northern Norway, just on the other side of your own discomfort.

Japan's Rishiri Island is one giant mountain. The views would be great if you could, you know, actually see.

Sometimes the mountains we climb are within us.

The Utah-based company is recalling all of its JetForce avalanche airbags due to faulty firmware. By Ryan Dionne

Three important lessons I've learned from 2 and half years of travel. By Sarah Johnson

CAIC officials reported 260 avalanches in May and predict June could follow suit.

Montana's backcountry is the perfect springtime spot for a week of shredding.

“I learned a lot, but most importantly I learned how much respect we must give the mountains.”

Our short spring corn mission was just enough to make us want more.

Because you don't want to send a ski torpedoing down the slope getting first tracks without you.

Skiing Winter Lab Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the Scott Alpride System avalanche airbag. The technology uses two small non-reusable gas canisters to deploy the airbag.

Skiing Winter Lab Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the Mammut Ride Protection Airbag avalanche airbag system. This system is shaped differently than others as the airbag tucks into the shoulder straps as well as the back of the pack itself.

Skiing Winter Lab Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the Black Diamond JetForce avalanche airbag system. This innovative airbag system inflates via a rechargeable battery and a fan.

Skiing Winter Lab Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the different avalanche airbag systems including what's used to inflate the bags, how easily they are to refill after deployment, and more.

Skiing Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne discusses the basic features of different backcountry avalanche airbag systems currently on the market.

Skiing Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the Backcountry Access Float avalanche airbag system. Still having good quality and an easy refill, this airbag system is one of the least expensive on the market.

Skiing Winter Lab Bro-tologist Ryan Dionne talks about the ABS Vario Base Unit avalanche airbag system. This pack is designed to zip into other ABS-compatible packs, and the system uses nitrogen to inflate the airbag.

Setting a bootpack is as simple as hiking up hill with skis on your back, but doing it efficiently can leave you some gas in the tank for another lap.

Because it's not cool to let your skins flap around like a wet Band-Aid.

Don’t let complacency and ignorance put you in avalanche-prone areas.

Represent Skiing Magazine and the best gear brands on the road this winter.

The Colorado Mountain School's Mike Alkaitis shares tips on how to efficiently transition from climbing to skiing while backcountry skiing.

The Colorado Mountain School's Mike Alkaitis shares tips on how to set a bootpack while backcountry skiing.

The Colorado Mountain School's Mike Alkaitis shares tips on how to put on skis in steep terrain while backcountry skiing.

Meet the Skiing and Backpacker Magazine Brand Ambassadors.

Go spring skiing in Tuckerman Ravine with Meathead Film’s series season finale.

New Hampshire’s backcountry dishes out a mixed bag of conditions on Ben Leoni’s tours.

Don’t think you can head to the backcountry without knowing how to effectively and efficiently use your avy beacon.

The snow was deep, the food was great, and the skiing was unforgettable.

When storms dump on the Green Mountains, Ben Leoni seeks the goods.

Venture into New Hampshire's backcountry in search of chutes.

We went to Niseko, Japan, in spring, and it did not suck.

In episode two, Ben Leoni finds stashes in the Maine backcountry.

In episode one, Ben Leoni and his crew head to Tuckerman Ravine.

A series of edits from Meathead Films and Ben Leoni features the Northeast’s pow, ice, and backcountry lines.

Check out The Editors's author page.

A dawn patrol is a spring right-of-passage in Colorado, and the Skiing Magazine backyard is littered with great places to ski before work—like Rocky Mountain National Park.

When winter loosens her grip on the Colorado high country, skiers search for towering peaks, long descents, and perfectly sun-ripened corn snow. On 14,275-foot Torreys Peak, 60 miles from Skiing Mag HQ. editor Kevin Luby finds plenty of all three.

Of course they wear matching skinsuits. They’re Team Dadfit.

Connie Sciolino's gym, The Alpine Training Center, caters to mountain athletes. We're using it to prep for the Elk Mountains Grand Traverse.

Connie Sciolino's gym, The Alpine Training Center, caters to mountain athletes. We're using it to prep for the Elk Mountains Grand Traverse.

Willis Brown and friends hit the backcountry around Aspen, Colorado to find their own type of play land.

Will old age and treachery in fact prevail over youth and exuberance?

Next year's boots have something for everyone.

In 2014-15, lightweight gear is no longer just for backcountry skiers.

Despite litigation fears, many U.S. resorts embrace uphill skiers.

Exum Mountain Guide Zahan Billimoria landed his dream job. Find out how.

Our favorite backcountry skis, boots, bindings, and accessories this season.

Skiing couloirs and chugging wine in Idaho’s Sawtooth Range.

Exploring one of Idaho's iconic mountain ranges with Sawtooth Mountain Guides.

From hard-charging alpine to AT and tele boots, here are some our editors have on their wish lists.

When "destination skiing" doesn't mean flying to a ski resort.

Check out The Editors's author page.

Here's a bit of the skiable terrain along Highway 93 in Montana. WARNING: Viewing these pictures may cause extreme bouts of jealousy.

How to hit four ski areas in four days on the cheap.

Experts talk the industry’s role in avalanche safety.

A ski odyssey to Antarctica in sound and pictures.

Bryant Gumbel's sports program drops the ball in its coverage of so-called "backcountry skiing."

Bryant Gumbel and HBO tackle the "death-defying" subject of backcountry skiing.

A week of backcountry ski-mountaineering and camping in the Weminuche Wilderness of Colorado.

If you’re heading on a ski trip to Austria or Switzerland and you don’t want to spend the entire time carving groomers or getting lost on unmarked off-piste runs, pick up a new Freeride Map, which will show you where to find the steeps, powder, glaciers, and more.

Kris Holm unicycled down Whistler Blackcomb last winter. Will unicyclists soon invade your mountain? We asked him, and here's what he said.

Skins sure have changed since the days of animal fur. Here are five new technologies to help you get uphill faster and easier.

Skis and boots will only get you so far in the backcountry. Don’t forget all the other stuff you’ll need to get you in and out safely.

The Secret is Revealed

A starving writer and a small-town resort battle over ski-pole amnesty.

Telemark Boots from Black Diamond, Scarpa, and more...