The best backcountry ski boots of 2027, tested and reviewed.
2027 Gear Guide: Freeride Touring Boots
by The Editors November 11, 2026
The best backcountry ski boots of 2027, from featherweight touring slippers to burly freeride hybrids.
2027 Gear Guide: Sub-90 Skis
by The Editors November 10, 2026
The best backcountry skis for spring and ski mountaineering.
2027 Gear Guide: Backcountry Skis 90-99
by The Editors November 9, 2026
The best all-mountain backcountry skis from 90- to 99-millimeters underfoot.
2027 Gear Guide: Backcountry Skis 100-105
by The Editors November 6, 2026
The best all-mountain backcountry skis from 100 to 105 millimeters underfoot.
2027 Gear Guide: Backcountry Skis 106-109
by The Editors November 5, 2026
The best mid-fat backcountry skis that split the difference between lightweight, float and playfulness.
2027 Gear Guide: Backcountry Skis 110+
by The Editors November 4, 2026
The best backcountry skis over 110-millimeters wide, featuring lightweight powder planks and hard-charging options for the deepest days.
How the 2027 Gear Guide sausage gets made 🌭
by Backcountrymag September 25, 2026
A peek into Gear Test Week. Wherever your home mountain lies, we’re of the firm belief that the season is what you make of it. Having the right gear certainly helps, too. That’s why the 2027 Gear Guide is designed to be the best possible resource for skiers and riders looking to build, expand or […]
The 2026 Dynafit Mezzalama: Reviewed
by Lance Riek February 25, 2026
The updated Dynafit Mezzalama is a comfy, full-featured lightweight boot that speeds up the skintrack and cranks turns after transitions.
Gearbox: 2026 Goggles
The best ski goggles of 2026, per our editors and testers.
