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The 6 best hotels for IKON pass holders this ski and snowboarding season

IKON pass holders, read up: These are the 6 best hotels to stay at after a long day on the mountain
Arapahoe Basin resort in Colorado

Snowboarding and skiing news: Colorado’s Arapahoe Basin resort has a new owner

Arapahoe Basin, a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding, has been purchased by Alterra Mountian Company
Skier at Banff Sunshine Village

For skiing, snowboarding, and other dangerous activities, this is the only phone case we’ll use

When you're a skier, snowboarder, or adventurer, you need a robust phone case. Here's why the CLCKR G-Form Carbon case is our pick.
Heavenly Ski Resort gondola Lake Tahoe

One snowboarder in Lake Tahoe survived overnight in a gondola – here’s how

Lake Tahoe snowboarder Monica Laso endured an overnight ordeal in a gondola. Here's how it happened.
Palisades Tahoe Tram and Terrain

Clever skiing expert navigates a chute by ‘walking’ down

Matthias Weger found a new way to ski narrow chutes. When rock walls on both sides and a thin swath, the skier used an innovative solution to make it down.
Winnebago Ekko Sprinter Campervan parked on a sandy ridge.

Winnebago reveals the Ekko Sprinter, a camper van with more off-roading capability than ever

Winnebago's Ekko line gets an all-new flagship model: A Sprinter Van-based camper van that's ready to take you (and your four closest friends) anywhere.
Brown bear in the woods

The best bear spray for keeping safe in the backcountry (the one thing you should never leave home without)

The best defense for surviving a bear attack is having and — more importantly — knowing how to use a reliable bear spray.
Adventurers leaving footprints on the sand along the shores of California’s Lost Coast.

The 10 best backpacking trips for adventurers to take at least once

America boasts plenty of iconic trails. So, pack your bags and take on one of these backpacking trips because it's going to be one epic outdoor adventure.
Cummins Falls, Tennessee

13 ethereal swimming holes to dive into this 2024 – from Alaska to Florida

Forget trekking to Thailand or South America — the U.S. boasts some of the best natural swimming holes in the world. Here are our favorites.
Snowboarder jumping through powder glades

Snowboarding tips: How to get up when you fall in powder

Falling in powder takes away from snowboarding thrills. But there's an easy way to get going again. Here's how.
Arbor Annex Camber snowboard bottom graphics

Arbor snowboards review: The Annex Camber snowboard doesn’t back down

Looking for an all-mountain champion that carves powder and surfs groomers? The Arbor Annex Camber might be just what you need.
Forge+Bond and CSS carbon fiber manufacturing

I have seen the future of carbon fiber, and it’s going to transform everything around you

Carbon fiber is a dirty business, but Forge+Bond have a revolutionary new way to make carbon fiber products with almost zero waste.
Clew bindings hero image

Someone finally gave Clew bindings an honest review, and there’s a lot to unpack

Clew bindings are all over social media, and one online personalirty finally gave them an honest, objective review - and roasts Clew thoroughly
A man uses the Cub Cadet 3X 30-inch IntelliPOWER Snow Blower to clear his wet, heavy snow.

The 4 best snow blowers for wet and heavy snow in 2024

The best snow blowers for wet heavy snow were chosen for their ability to tackle a large job. Consider these three stage and two stage snow blowers for the job.
Salomon Huck Knife Pro snowboard

Salomon Huck Knife Pro snowboard review: Now I know why I see this board all over the X Games

Ever wonder why so many pro snowboarders ride the Huck Knife Pro in competitions like x Games? Us, too. Now we get it.
TRW PRIMO jacket and bib

Snowboard gear review: TREW PRIMO outerwear is a home run for skiers and snowboarders

Looking for great new ski or snowboard outerwear? We give the TREW Primo our full review, and we walked away pretty happy
Men With The Pot Creators with bottle of beer in the woods.

3 ways your mountain bike can open your next post-ride beer

Have you ever opened a beer with your mountain bike? It's a fun after-ride trick! Here's how you can do it
Proof's Volt Heated Jacket is a next-gen heated down jacket for any outdoor adventure.

Beat the cold with the 6 best heated jackets in 2024

Stay warm no matter what you are doing with these heated jackets.
Romp Skis Oso 105 Hero Image

Romp skis review: The Oso 105 is simply begging for powder

Looking for a great pair of skis that don't back down to any conditions? We think the Romp Oso 105 might be what you're looking for
A SRAM brand crank arm on a mountain bike

How SRAM fooled us all and changed the mountain bike industry…in a good way

SRAM leads the way in mountain bike component innovation. Not only has SRAM changed the mountain industry, they pulled the wool over our eyes while doing it.
The Little Nell Hotel Aspen

We love this luxury five-star ski resort in Aspen

Aspen is luxurious, we all know that, but this five-star ski resort has one standout feature no other in the area has
Stanley cups

The Stanley cup everyone is going crazy about is in stock today

Grab the viral Stanley Cup on Amazon before time runs out.
Skier in Austria

If you like skiing or snowboarding, you need to update your iPhone immediately – here’s why

With iOS 17.3, Apple improved its crash detection feature, which has been sending false reports of crashes for some skiers and snowboarders
A Bean Stock 2.0 ultralight travel trailer being towed down a wooded trail by a new Ford Bronco.

This $16K teardrop trailer is trail-ready and light enough to be towed by a Subaru Forester

Many teardrop trailers require heavier vehicles to tow them, but the new Bean trailer is towable by most midsize and compact SUVs and crossovers.
Skiing at Bergman Bowl Keystone

Keystone resort upgrade brings industry-first ‘green’ ski and snowboard run to high alpine terrain, lifts to 555 new acres

Keystone resort in Colorado recently added a high-altitude green run, an industry first, and lift access to 555 more acreage
Rider on a Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle stopped on a street, overlooking a city.

For $100, you can preorder this incredible new electric motorcycle

Electric bikes and electric motorcycles are world apart, but that gap is closing thanks to a new e-motorcycle from Ryvid.
Young couple stepping into mountain stream with Westfalia Wave van in the background.

Westfalia just dropped a new camper — its first in over 20 years — that is perfect for van life

Westfalia is back with the Wave, a new van life vehicle and the company's first in over 20 years.
hydro flask travel tumbler deals amazon january 2024

Can’t find a Stanley? These Hydro Flask tumblers are 13% off today

Amazon has great deals on Hydro Flask travel tumblers that are perfect if you can't track down a Stanley flask right now.
Aerial view of two men snorkeling in clear, shallow tropical water.

Grab your mask and fins, and head to the best snorkeling spots in the U.S.

The U.S. offers many breathtaking snorkeling spots with glimpses of underwater volcanic craters, tropical fish, sea turtles, whales, eels, and more.
Lunge split squat

The best running workouts from an expert: Exercises to increase speed, strength, and agility

Six exercises for runners (that don't involve running) that will increase agility, power, and overall strength so you can sprint faster and have less injuries.
Winter road

Good investment or an elitist ripoff: Is expensive winter outdoor gear worth the money?

Want to know the truth about buying expensive outdoor gear? Well, I've used everything, from bargain-bucket to big brands, and here's what I've found.
Man standing on a snowy hill trail taking in the view while cross country skiing

How to beat altitude sickness on your next ski or snowboard trip

Altitude sickness is no fun, especially when you're supposed to be on a ski or snowboard trip having fun! Here's how to beat it

Stanley cup alternatives: The best water bottles you can get

Check out our picks for the best water bottles to help you to stay hydrated while hiking, working out, and more.
Big Green EGGmit BBQ gloves used to cook shellfish.

The 7 best Big Green Egg accessories in 2024

You already own the Big Green Egg, but did you know there are official Big Green Egg accessories that will make your grilling and cooking so much easier?
Razor 37 inch 4 burner gas griddle

The 6 best Blackstone griddle alternatives in 2024

Looking for the best Blackstone alternatives for griddles in 2024? This list has you covered with portable, 3 burner, 4 burner, and 5 burner options.
Whistler.

I tried nearly all the Whistler and Banff hotels: Where you should stay when you go skiing and snowboarding

Looking for the perfect place to stay for your Banff, Whistler, or Glacier adventure? These hotels and ski lodges deliver verified excellence.
Mt. Mansfield Vermont alpenglow

Here’s why Stowe Mountain Resort is a freerider’s dream

Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont is a ski and snowboarding paradise. Here's why we love it.
Breckenridge Ski Resort

At Breckenridge Ski Resort, I learned who should (and shouldn’t) get a ski guide or take lessons

Looking to take a lesson or schedule time with a ski guide? At Breckenridge Ski Resort, I learned who should - and shouldn't - schedule an appointment.
Snowboarder going off jump

How to buy the perfect snowboard for you – just by flexing it in the store

Here's how to pick the right snowboard flex for your ability level
Man cycling on paved path

From California to Wisconsin, these 8 picturesque rail trails in America are worth cycling through

Rails to trails are railroad tracks repurposed as bike paths. There are hundreds of miles of trails that are easy access to local landscapes. Here are the best.
A full-face and a half-shell mountain bike helmet

Mountain bike helmet showdown: full face vs. half shell helmet

When it comes to purchasing mountain bike helmets, the options are full face or half shell helmets. Here's how to choose.
Sole e-24 e-bike in the Whaler colorway parked on a sidewalk with a light blue background.

New Sole e-24 electric bike blends style and performance

The new Sole e-24 electric bike packs a punch and looks great, too. Here's everything you need to know.
Jackery's solar rooftop tent concept with a portable power bank, isolated on a plain background.

Jackery just revealed the coolest rooftop tent we’ve ever seen (Hint: It’s electric!)

Jackery's latest rooftop tent doubles as a huge solar panel, which adds a new dimension for long-term EV car camping and overlanding.
a view between a valley in Yosemite national park during February

This clever hack bypasses Yosemite’s complicated new reservation system

Yosemite National Park has a complicated new reservation system a lot of people are complaining about - but we've got a workaround
Angels Landing in Zion National Park

Zion National Park: These are the best hotels in Springdale, Utah

Planning a trip to Zion National Park? This is where you should stay.
Three skiers

Learn your turns and your terms with our ski slang dictionary

There's a whole culture around skiing, and that means a whole language. Our ski slang dictionary is here to help you sound like a true skier.
Hotel Jerome Aspen

Headed to Aspen for skiing or snowboarding? Here are the 5 hotels you should stay at

These Aspen hotels are great for a skiing or snowboarding trip.

Take a break at one of these U.S. National Parks this winter

Winter provides the most beautiful, peaceful, and picturesque landscapes at some of the most popular U.S. National Parks.
Best Skis for All Types of Skiers in 2021

Are you a park rat, powder hound, or all mountain ripper? We have a ski for you

Whether you're still honing your turns, carving on groomers, finding powder, or hitting the park, find your perfect ski for this winter.
Skiing in the sun at Lake Louise

Our favorite ski resorts in Canada, ranked

Canada ski resorts have some of the best snow in the world. They're all wonderful, and these are our favorites.