Rossignol Is Sharing the Formula for Its New Recyclable Skis. Here's Why That Matters.
To help make the ski industry greener, the company is releasing trade secrets to anyone who wants them.
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Forget High-Tech Materials—You Still Can’t Beat the Classic Wool Ski Sweater
No matter how many fancy new materials we invent, it's still hard to beat the performance and popularity of simple wool.
5 Sustainability Buzzwords Worth a Closer Look
Shopping responsibly isn’t easy. We asked an expert for help.
Rossignol Introduces World’s Most Recyclable Ski Yet
The new carving ski isn't completely recyclable, but it's a big step in the right direction.
Vail Resorts Was Critically Understaffed This Winter, But Help Is on the Way
News of a 30-percent minimum wage hike and other employee supports likely mean that the 2022-'23 Epic Pass is dropping soon.
Can You Eat Old Baselayers? The Swedes Say Yes, Kind Of
Imagine eating a gourmet dinner made from vegetables grown in the soil of decomposed base layers.
How the Brand Behind the Algae Skis is Changing Ski Manufacturing for the Better
WNDR Alpine is a ski company that's on a mission to bring sustainable solutions to snowsports in more ways than just glue made from algae.
This Big Outerwear Brand Is Getting More People Outdoors With An Affordable Gear Rental Program
Eddie Bauer’s affordable rentals are breaking down cost barriers on hiking trails, in campgrounds, on the slopes, and beyond.
There’s a Way to Keep Your Ski Jacket Waterproof Without Harmful Chemicals
The company that makes fabrics for The North Face, Arc'teryx, and many more just raised the bar for sustainable ski apparel manufacturing.
Finally, A Way to Keep Old Ski Boots Out of the Landfill
Tecnica's new "Recycle Your Boots" program will take back any used ski boots and give them a second life.
Here’s the Easiest Way Ever to Donate Your Used Gear
Pitching that old ski jacket or pair of trail shoes? Ship them instead.
This Snowmelt Study Provides A Glimpse Into Future Winters (And It’s Not Pretty)
A new study measuring snowmelt rather than snowfall totals paints an alarming picture of how climate change is shortening our ski seasons.
This Custom Outerwear Brand Wants You To Stop Settling for Ski Gear That Doesn’t Fit
The first brand in the technical outerwear space to offer custom sizing has a map for creating a more sustainable production process as well.
How to Be a More Environmentally Conscious Skier
Skiing is one of the best ways to connect with nature. However, the sport can be harmful to the environment.
Running Shoe Gets Second Life as Ski Boot
Salomon unveils recyclable running shoe that can be reused to make ski boot shells.
NSAA Announces Winners of the 2018 Sustainable Slopes Grant Program
The grants, valued at a total of $40,000, are awarded to four U.S. ski areas.
Vail Pledges to Deliver a Big Fat "Zero"
Zero waste; zero net emission, zero environmental impact by 2030
Taos First Ski Resort in World to Earn This Honor
“B-Corp” status awarded for essentially doing well by doing good.
POW Moves South
Have you ever wondered how climate change is going to affect your ski season? The folks at Protect Our Winters have, and they’re working to spread awareness to winter sports enthusiasts worldwide.