ZipFit’s new Espresso liner is a worthy upgrade for almost all touring boots.

Spring gear care is the least glamorous part of backcountry skiing. But a little work now can save you hundreds and a lot of hassle in the long run. Here are our best tips and tricks for getting the most out of your gear.

Adam Ü and Grant Gunderson started going to Japan 15 years ago. Since then, they’ve returned almost every year to explore different regions. While some things—like the world class powder, delicious food and great hospitality—have stayed the same, other things have evolved. Adam Ü reflects on the past 15 years.

On Tuesday, February 24, Stratton Matteson was caught and killed in an avalanche near Joffre Peak outside of Pemberton, B.C. Matteson was a pillar in the splitboard community known not only for his daring descents but for his dedication to minimizing the footprint of his backcountry pursuits. In his memory, we are republishing Tom Hallberg’s profile of Matteson published in Issue 162, The Outliers Issue.

France’s Emily Harrop and Thibault Anselmet win gold in skimo mixed relay. Americans Anna Gibson and Cameron Smith place fourth in a tight race with Spain.

Switzerland’s Marianne Fatton earned the first-ever Olympic skimo gold medal, while Spain’s Oriol Cardona Coll won the men’s sprint.

After an extensive operation, six of 15 skiers have been rescued, eight have been located while one remains missing. Recovery efforts are planned to resume when conditions allow.

Avalanche Aware, AIARE’s new, free online course, offers an introduction for those new to the skintrack and a refresher for the experienced backcountry skier.

Chris Benchetler’s new film Mountains of the Moon is a glimpse into not only his limitless imagination but also the potential for connection and creativity across the outdoors, sport, music and mycelial networks.

In his debut full-length book, The Way Out, Devon O’Neil shares a story of backcountry tragedy and how the loss rocked Salida, Colorado, a small town tucked between the Arkansas River and Rocky Mountains whose community will resonate with anyone who has lived in or spent time in a mountain town.