Atomic Leans Into the Easy-Entry Boot Movement With the Nexus BOA
Atomic introduced the Nexus 130 BOA, a 101‑mm‑last mid‑entry ski boot that blends easy, hands‑free entry with a performance‑grade 130 flex. The boot features a rear lever, a BOA H+1 closure and a heat‑moldable Mimic Platinum liner, targeting skiers with mobility limitations who still demand aggressive downhill capability. Tested in variable spring conditions at Sierra‑at‑Tahoe, the boot delivered solid heel hold and lively rebound despite its unconventional three‑piece construction. The full Nexus lineup will reach retail in fall 2026.
What Today’s Skiers Can Learn From Daron Rahlves’ No-Fear Era
Daron Rahlves, a former World Cup champion and Olympic ski‑cross pioneer, discusses his mental preparation, the evolution of ski competition, and his new Banzai Tour at Palisades Tahoe. He credits a self‑made “Thrills and Spills” video reel for conquering the...
In the Age of GPS and Shrinking Snow, Is There a “Right” Way to Ski a Classic Line Anymore?
Backcountry skiers Jenna Kane and Greg Cunningham completed the legendary Redline Traverse across the Sierra Nevada in 19 days, covering 145 miles, 80,000 vertical feet and 26 peaks. Their effort follows the original 1980s route envisioned by Allan Bard, Chris...
This Tiny Backcountry Cabin Fixes Everything That’s Broken About Hut Trips
The newly renamed Hemlock Hut in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains opened in winter 2026 as a four‑guest, helipad‑accessed backcountry lodge. Isaac Kamink and Zoya Lynch expanded the original cabin, adding a sauna, deck and doubled floor space. The all‑inclusive package—guiding, meals...
Meet the Gore Mountain Ski Patroller Racing for Paralympic Gold
Kelsey O’Driscoll, a former Gore Mountain ski patroller, will debut at the 2026 Milano‑Cortina Paralympics after a dramatic comeback from a 2021 spinal‑cord injury and subsequent severe asthma. Within five years she earned a U.S. national‑team spot, captured U.S. titles,...
A New Lift Will Unlock 1,000 Acres of Steep Expert Terrain at This Utah Resort
Powder Mountain in Utah announced a $40 million multi‑year expansion that will bring lift service to its famed DMI (Don’t Mention It) zone. The new Skytrac fixed‑grip triple chair will open over 1,000 acres of steep, expert terrain, raising the resort’s lift‑served...
Win the Ultimate Ski Getaway
Sunshine Mountain Lodge in Banff National Park is offering a giveaway for a three‑night ski‑in, ski‑out stay plus lift tickets for two at the exclusive Sunshine Village resort. The lodge, reachable only by gondola, sits at 7,200 feet and provides direct...