At dawn above Cortina d’Ampezzo, the only sounds are the scrape of skins and the steady breath of athletes climbing into the thin air of the Dolomites. The sport looks simple from afar—ski uphill, ski down—but the pace, precision,...
Instinct Trail has a new large alpine backpack using a trail race vest inspired harness
Designer Sean Van Court :
“Yes, no waist belt. I wanted to manage securing the load and weight by wrapping the pack the most possible around...
For ski lovers, few experiences can compare to the exhilaration of skiing face shots. The term “face shots” refers to the moment when you plow through deep powder snow, creating a dramatic explosion of snow that engulfs your entire...
The infamous Patrouille des Glaciers (PdG) is the ultimate fast and light ski event in Switzerland which happens every two years. It is a race anchored in Swiss military history that dates back to the Second World War (1939-1945)with...
The BOA system is a proprietary technology used in partnerships with various outdoor gear companies. It appears on snowboard boots, running shoes, cycling shoes, ski helmets, and now alpine ski boots. Initially, the tech was designed to replace awkward snowboard...