Skis come in many shapes and sizes, but what are they all for? Here's the definitive guide to 11 different types of skis you'll find on the mountain.

From leather straps and Kandahar Bindings, the way we clip into our skis has come a long way since the early days.

Fewer crowds: Some backcountry areas have gotten busier, but if you know where to look, it isn’t too hard to find a quiet, ...

I’ve never liked the idea of a quiver-killer ski boot. Scarpa's new lightweight and super-stiff 4-Quattro Pro touring boot made me eat my words.

For 24-25, ATK is offering a new freeride touring binding that builds on the legacy of the existing Freeraider bindings. Their new 2025 flagship model, the ATK Freeraider 15 EVO, is a study in ...

What is ski touring There are a few key differences between ski touring and regular downhill skiing. As mentioned, there’s no lifts so you need to get yourself up the mountain. To get up the mountain ...

As a free touring binding, it’s nice to see 7mm of forward pressure, automatic brakes, two heel riser options, and a novel ski crampon attachment system.

A few weeks ago, Powder's Gear Editor Max Ritter dove into why he thinks pairing big skis with little bindings was a good idea. Early in 2013, I mounted up my first pair of touring skis. A 185cm long, ...

We tested 12 pairs of ski boots for fit, performance and more. Here are the two pairs we think are the best, whether you’re skiing at the resort or in the backcountry.

Ski touring takes the resorts by storm This cross-country skiing, which became prominent amid pandemic ski lift closures, is no longer confined to wilderness areas. Resorts are beginning to adopt ...

The recalled BBK Tree Climbers have a model number of BBK 10010, which can be found on the outside of the box. The climber, which is primarily used by hunters, has a 2-piece climbing stand with a ...