Here’s how we think about the performance vs. weight equation when it comes to choosing our favorite skis for aggressive skiing in the backcountry. So you’ve got all the hard stuff out of the way—you ...

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Backcountry touring, AT, earning your turns–whatever you want to call it–gear for human-powered skiing just keeps improving. Touring bindings are light and reliable, brands have finally figured out ...

Daredevils flock to Tuckerman Ravine whenever Mount Washington’s notoriously steep bowl fills with fresh snow. But it’s not the only destination for backcountry skiers and splitboarders (snowboarders ...

Planning a ski trip can be an involved process, depending on how far you’re hoping to go and what kind of skiing you’re looking to do. Adding backcountry skiing into that equation adds a whole other ...

Ouray, Colorado, offers excellent backcountry skiing, a free ski hill, hot springs, and gorgeous remote wilderness views.

The best backcountry skis are the ones that suit your backcountry ski priorities and style. Our team of testers, including ...