Backcountry
May 27, 2026
Ski Gear and Technical Reviews
Tecnica Unveils Zero G Decoy: A New Hybrid Backcountry Ski Boot Redefining Uphill-Downhill Performance
May 12, 2026 – Tecnica, a leading innovator in ski footwear, has officially announced the upcoming release of its new…
May 27, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Father and Toddler Son Rescued by Helicopter from Freel Peak After Unexpected Snow Traps Mountain Bikers in High Sierra
On May 21, 2026, a dramatic high-altitude rescue unfolded on Freel Peak, the towering apex of the Lake Tahoe Basin,…
May 27, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Noah Flegel: The Quintessential Waterman Redefining Progression Across Watersports
To inquire about the specific board Noah Flegel rides is to fundamentally misunderstand the essence of his unparalleled connection to…
May 27, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Yosemite Abandons Timed-Entry Reservations, Sparking Intense Debate Over Access and Preservation Following Chaotic Memorial Day Weekend
In a significant policy reversal, Yosemite National Park, under the direction of Superintendent Ray McPadden, announced in early 2026 the…
May 26, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Joey Danger Evermore Becomes Youngest to Ascend El Capitan, Igniting Ethical Debate in Climbing Community
YOSEMITE VALLEY, CA – While many children mark their seventh birthday with festive gatherings and traditional cake, Joey Danger Evermore…
May 26, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Beartooth Basin Summer Ski Area Commences 2026 Season, Reaffirming its Unique Place in North American Ski Culture
North America’s sole summer-only ski area, Beartooth Basin at Beartooth Pass, officially commenced its 2026 operating season today, May 25,…
May 25, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
Backcountry Guide Demonstrates The Dangers of Operating Close To Crevasses
A stark visual demonstration by International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) certified guide Ben Markhart is underscoring the critical…
May 23, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
High-Alpine Gateways Reopen: Iconic U.S. Mountain Roads Unlock Summer Adventures for Memorial Day Weekend
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial commencement of summer, a network of the United States’ most celebrated high-alpine…
May 23, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Killington Resort to Conclude 2025/26 Season with Memorial Day Weekend Skiing on Superstar Glacier, Marking an Extended 180-Day Operation.
Killington, Vermont – Killington Resort, famously dubbed the "Beast of the East," has officially announced that the 2025/26 ski and…
May 22, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Austin Tovey: “When It Calls You, You Gotta Answer”
Foiling, at its core, involves a hydrofoil wing attached beneath a board, lifting the rider above the water’s surface as…
