DESCRIPTION 　　The Stylist is a versatile peak performance binding with lightweight components and a flare for the future. The Dual Band ankle strap is tuned to a soft flex with a forgiving compression window power band for a comfortable fit. A magnesium fiber drive plate, an EVA suspension layer, and...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　You want a boot that can do it all - backcountry, slackcountry, laid out groomers and a lap or two in the park. The Vans Luna Ventana Pro Snowboard Boots are just such a creature, feeding of the energy of the snow and delivering big time performance in all...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Women’s Flagship excels in technical terrain and is one the most confidence inspiring free ride boards on the planet. Featuring a directional rocker profile + Traction Tech 3.0 for unmatched edge grip on hard snow and a 3D Contour Base 3.0 for epic float in pow, the Flagship...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Mirage offers a softer flex and an asymmetrical design for uncompromised forgiveness in the park and on groomers. Our ShadowFit heelcup provides a natural connection between your binding and boots for enhanced performance and comfort while an asymmetrical highback and injected strap ensure a balance of support and...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Blake Paul’s simple elegance... the perfect freestylers all mountain board. An eco friendly wood core rides smooth and stable. Carbon Power Bands ensure long lasting precision and pop. The C2 Hybrid contour, floaty nose and tapered directional shape settle nicely into things when conditions get soft. Magne-Traction® and a...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Karmyn Zonal is a boot packed with features that’s a pleasure to look down and see on top of your board. Fitted with BOA® Zonal Fit System, which is a dial-activated fit system that allows for a precise closure in two zones, the Karmyn Zonal will fit perfectly...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Equalizer Snowboard is Jess Kimura's tool for everyday all mountain freeriding, from steep big mountain lines to laying trenches on corduroy. Designed specifically for women, the Equalizer is updated with Capita's latest Meta Core, tuned for all mountain shredding, and a hybrid profile that blends camber underfoot with...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The award-winning Barrett is the pinnacle of all mountain design. 25+ years of women’s board design heritage has culminated in the Barrett. Camber perfection for stability and control, Carbon strips for light-weight snap and edge-to-edge torsional precision. Progressive Magne-traction® because edge control is the foundation for everything awesome in...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Designed for ladies looking for precise edge control. Whether you’re, ripping pow or carving groomers, the wider design with the control under your back foot and allows for smooth maneuverability, speed, float, and belongs in every quiver. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　PowerCamber under the back foot for explosive turning capabilities.CarvingQuadratic Sidecut...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Built for daily wear in cool weather, this sweater is made with recycled wool and recycled nylon. Whether you’re camping or about town, it’s a warm and comfortable go-to that can be layered and dressed up or down. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Made with Recycled MaterialsMade with 5-gauge 70% recycled wool/26%...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Spring skiing or summer camping? The year-round Men's Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve is game for either. With our Core Spun technology, we've wrapped lightweight Merino around a nylon core for added durability, while still keeping the comfort of ultra-soft, responsibly-sourced Merino next to skin. We added...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The perfect jacket to keep you warm and stylish during on your favorite mountain. Made with the highest quality materials, the Fall Line jacket features features HydroBlock® Pro fabric which offers excellent waterproofing and breathability. The PrimaLoft® Black Eco insulation, 2-way adjustable, removable, and helmet-compatible hood, adjustable cuffs, and...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Keep your ski boots, hiking boots, and running shoes free of bulk and friction with our Men's Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer 3/4 Bottom. 100% responsibly sourced Merino wool provides ultimate breathability and comfort, while a newly redesigned base layer pants fit helps reduce sag and excess fabric -...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Teca Fleece Pullover is great as a stand-alone jacket or midlayer. Each fleece is made from best-in-class, recycled fleece and repurposed polyester taffeta that would otherwise end up in the landfill. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Front snap openingElastic binding collar, hem, and cuffsKangaroo hand pockets 　　SPECS 　　Shell - 100% recycled...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Yoho sling brings a whole new edge to the classic sling bag. Constructed with light weight water resistant nylon and a webbing strap that has right or left wear capabilities. This bag is ready to accompany you on whatever adventure your day entails. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Semi padded sling...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Smartwool Merino 250 3/4 Bottom Baselayer - Mens 20/21: Keep your ski boots, hiking boots, and running shoes free of bulk and friction with our Men's Merino 250 Base Layer 3/4 Bottom. 100% responsibly sourced Merino wool provides ultimate breathability and comfort, while a newly redesigned base layer pants...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Chromium pant is made with HydroBlock® Elite 20k/20k waterproof/breathable fabric to keep you dry in even the harshest winter conditions. Featuring 4-way stretch Toray® Dermizax™ fabric, the Chromium Pant provides full-motion comfort, while reinforced construction ensures durability that can keep up with even the most aggressive skiers. The...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　One of our best sellers year after year, improving the Leader GTX Jacket was no easy task. Bold new color blocking while staying true to the iconic Spyder colors with reduced cut lines give the Leader GTX jacket a cleaner more sophisticated look. GORE-TEX stretch polyester, 100 g of...

　　Each week, we try to fill Emerging Gear with the coolest new stuff we can find. But its always a balance between the sometimes huge technological leaps that seem to happen with increasing frequency, and the gradual improvements to gear well likely always need. 　　Thats more than evident this week. On the techy side of things, weve some fantastically smart...

　　The winds have suddenly shifted for several of surfings most iconic brands. 　　Liberated Brands, the company that once held the license to a number of surfing brands, includingQuiksilver, Billabong, and Volcom, filed for bankruptcy this week. 　　The company had licensed a large portion of the portfolio of Authentic Brands Group, which bought Billabong, Quiksilver, RVCA, Roxy, and others from Boardriders...

　　The Forester is finally ready to head back into the Wilderness. Today at the Chicago Auto Show, Subaru revealed the rugged and capable Wilderness version of its latest Forester crossover. 　　At the same time, Subaru gave the Forester something it needed even more than a bit of extra ground clearance: a hybrid model. It delivers some desperately needed extra horsepower...

　　One of Altras most popular trail runners just got a little more dialed in. The brands Timp series has been battling toe-to-toe against competitors like HOKA for the last several years, adding various improvements to keep the attention of consumers in an increasingly crowded marketplace. We liked Altras slight change of direction with the Timp 5, which dropped weight and...

　　Ive used more than a hundred different types of yoga mats over the course of the last 20 years and have yet to find a perfect mat. For me, an ideal mat combines grip and durability. I prefer a design with an easy-to-clean texture and material. I also appreciate comfortable cushioning and an attractive aesthetic. The Mat from Lululemon comes...

　　Earlier this year, a PR rep from Fox News asked if Id want to review the conservative networks upcoming docuseries on the history of Yosemite National Park. Called Yellowstone to Yosemite with Kevin Costner, the three-part series is the brainchild of the Academy Award-winning actor, and the follow up to his 2022 series Yellowstone: One Fifty. As I stared at...

　　In April 2024, Liv expanded its women’s off-road mountain bike lineup with the new Liv Intrigue X Advanced. This mid-travel bike slots in between the existing Intrigue models. Liv designed it for all-around trail riding, with 150 mm of travel in the front and 140 mm in the rear. 　　I tested the premium long-travel Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro 0...

　　Ski patrollers represent the first line of defense for skiers and snowboarders in trouble— but theyre often undervalued. 　　The last few years have seen repeated labor disputes between ski patrollers and the corporate-owned resorts that employ them. Worker strikes against Vail Resorts caused so much disruption this winter season that even a Utah major asked for a speedy resolution. A...

　　Quality outdoor gear is an investment. But you dont have to break the bank to outfit your adventures. Instead, add to your gear closet the smart way, with deals from the Backcountry Winter Semi-Annual Sale running through February 28. 　　As a one-stop shop for all types of outdoor gear, Backcountry carries top-rated products from some of the best brands in...