Après Shoes

While ski and snowboard boots are our bread and butter, we all have to get to the trailhead, ski hill or bar somehow. So this winter, our editors put non-buckled nor Boa-sporting boots and shoes to the test.

Kuat Grip 6 Reviewed

Transporting skis and boards to the trailhead or resort and home again is a necessary, but not always straightforward part of the sport. Not every car comes with the space for skis, so the roof is a great sot to store them. After a full winter with Kuat’s Grip 6 on the roof of her […]

Gearbox: 2024 Electronics

When you’re logging long days, overnights or epic descents in the backcountry, these are the electronic gadgets worth adding to your pack.

Gearbox: The Cozy Collection

Whether you’re preparing for a trip to Antarctica or just run cold, this collection of extra-insulated apparel is guaranteed to keep you warm.

Gearbox: Litric Packs

Though less-expensive canister models still exist in airbag packs, lithium-ion rechargeable versions set the standard these days.

Gearbox: 2024 Sunglasses

Keep your eyes protected and on the prize. From photochromic lenses to stylish frames, these are our favorite sunglasses for the job.

Gearbox: 2024 Communication Devices

Good communication is core to safe backcountry travel. These radios and satellite communication devices the lines stay open no matter where you’re adventuring.

Gearbox: 2024 Gloves

Keeping your hands warm and dry on any tour is a must. But depending on the weather, the best glove or mitten for the job changes. So, we reviewed the whole gamut—from extra warm mitts to low profile glove liners.

Gearbox: 2024 Ropes

For ski mountaineering, it’s crucial to pick the right rope for the job. These lines are designed to fit specific needs all while keeping you safe.

Gearbox: 2024 Spring Ski Mountaineering Collection

‘Tis the season for sharps and harnesses. Here’s the tested gear we’re trusting to get us and our skis high into the mountains this spring.

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