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People on ski lift

The story behind that viral, terrifying ski lift malfunction video you’ll see posted across social media all winter long

You'll see it posted all winter long: A video of people being tossed off a malfunctioning ski lift. This is what happened.
Snowboarder cranks turn on mountain slope

Improve your snowboarding edge transition with this easy-to-follow rule

Get your snowboarding turns cleaner and catch your edges less with this simple piece of advice.
Man checking his skin in the mirror

Retinol for men: What to know and what to buy

You've probably heard of retinol, but we want to help you understand what retinol for men really is all about and products to try.
Snowboard ready to wax

How to wax a snowboard: A guide so your ride is ready for the slopes

Here's everything you need to know about hot waxing a snowboard for beginners.
three bottles of skincare products

Body butter: Is this the secret winter skincare solution you’re not considering?

Winter brings dry skin and discomfort to many. Body butter might be the solution.
Sun Valley Idaho

These are the best ski resorts for beginners in the U.S.

Whether you've never strapped on a pair of skis or you just need a refresher, these are some of the best ski resorts for beginners.
A man skis on a clear run, with mountains and trees behind him.

Snow is falling: These 7 workouts will get you ready for skiing and snowboarding in no time

Ready for skiing and snowboarding season? We didn't think so! These seven workouts will get you ready for the slopes in no time.
Three skiers

How to choose the right pair of skis for you

Before you buy a pair of skis, there are a few key factors to consider. We break down all of the important stuff for you.
Matsuhisa Aspen restaurant

These are the very best ski towns for foodies in America

Ski season is here and you should be dining well while you're not on the slopes. Here are the best ski towns for foodies in America.
Skiing in Utah

Utah ski resorts saw upgrades across the board this offseason: What you need to know before you go

Utah ski resorts had a busy offseason! From new lifts to resort improvements, here are all the details you need to know.
A man skiing in powder.

NOAA has released its winter weather outlook, and it’s good news for ski and snowboard season in these regions

Ski and snowboard weather was all over the place last year. This is what NOAA predicts we're in for this season.
Fresh snow on Powder Mountain, Utah

One of Utah’s best ski resorts – that we’re not supposed to talk about – just won an award for ‘best ski resort’

Locals will tell you not to talk about Powder Mountain, but Ski Magazine just blew its cover by naming it the best ski resort in the west.
Burton [ak] Kalausi snowboarding outerwear

Burton may have just made the most luxurious snowboarding gear ever

If you want to blend high fashion with high altitiude, the new Burton [ak] Kalausi snowboarding gear might be exactly what you're looking for.
Man at the top of a mountain wearing a Merino wool sweater

This easy trick tells you which merino wool base layer is right for your activity

Among the essential pieces of gear for staying warm is a merino wool base layer, and one crucial factor to consider when choosing a base layer is its weight.
Hotel Terra at Jackson Hole Resort

Jackson Hole Resort: Where to stay, eat, and relax at one of the world’s most popular ski resorts

Headed to Jackson Hole? Consider Jackson Hole Resort, which has plenty of great lodging and dining options without forcing you away from the mountain
Skiing snowboarding goggles gear

3 things you should always do on your iPhone before you go skiing or snowboarding

Smartphones are for more than just photos. These steps can help set up your ski day and give you an even better day on the slopes.
23/24 Arbor Candle Rain snowboard backcountry hike

One of the hottest snowboards of 2024 comes from one of the most responsible snowboarding companies

New snowboards drop every season, but the Arbor CANDLE Rain is one of the most anticipated for 2024 - here's why
Alyeska Resort

Up your ski game with these lesser-known ski resorts in North America

Once you discover the joy of a smaller, lesser-known ski resort, you'll wonder why you spent so long in lift queues and merging with traffic onto groomers.
Skiiers look down couloir from the edge

Are you a top shredder? These incredible U.S. ski resorts are for you

These ski resorts are the best in the U.S. for advanced and expert skiers who want varied terrain, steep skiing, and gnarly tree runs.
The Premium lineup from Ski Butlers.

This service delivers premium ski and snowboard rental equipment to top-tier resorts across the U.S.

Renting ski and snowboarding equipment might be a lot better with Ski Butlers, which delivers premium products right to the resort you're at.
Smith x Oyuki Method Helmet and Squad Mag Goggles.

SMITH, Oyuki collab for the coolest new snowboarding gear of 2024 (so far)

SMITH and Oyuki have collaborated on what might be the coolest snowboarding gear we've seen for 2024 - at least so far
A man sits in a chair wearing the ODLO x Burton Slokar Baselayers

Burton Snowboards finally has a wool base-layer thanks to collab with ODLO – but you won’t find it in stores

The new Burton Slokar line is its first wool base layer, created in collaboration with ODLO
Portrait of Young Couple in Halloween Costumes. Beautiful Woman and Handsome Young Man Wearing Costumes holding Pumpkin at Halloween Party in Nightclub. Happy Friends having Fun Celebrating Halloween

How to remove Halloween makeup and face paint

This is how to remove Halloween makeup without damaging your skin.
A man puts on a pair of snowboard boots in the parking lot.

How snowboard boots should fit when you buy them

Buying a new pair of snowboard boots? This is how they should fit
Man drinking at ski lodge

How to dress for après ski: Learn the unspoken dress code

Staying at a ski lodge provides ample amount of downtime when you're not in your ski gear, here is what to wear après ski.
Ride snowboard air feature

Burton, The North Face, and more: Upgrade your winter gear closet with the world’s best snowboarding brands

Field-tested and approved, there are our top picks for the world’s best snowboarding brands for shredding fresh powder or groomed slopes in style this season.
Skiers and snowboarders ride down the mountain

This popular East Coast ski resort almost didn’t open for the 2023/2024 season

Black Mountain is one of the most popular ski and snowboard spots on the east coast, and was really close to not opening this year. Here's what happened.
A snowboarder sprays snow into the air.

AI created the absolute worst snowboarding video of all time, and it’s must-watch cringe

It's official: This is the worst snowboarding video ever. Don't even argue it. It's this one. It's terrible.
Skiing Snowboarding Lake Louise Ski Resort Canada

Yes, there are real rules for skiing and snowboarding — here they are

Keeping in control and looking out for other mountain users is key to preventing accidents on the mountain. Follow these rules to stay safe.
A person snowboarding in deep powder with clear skies behind them.

The snowboarding trends we’re looking for in 2023-2024

These are the snowboarding trends we're looking for this year from brands and riders
A snowboarder with an action camera on their head sits on the groomer.

This may be the first snowboarding video ever made, and it’s as weird and retro as you expect

Snowboarding has been around a long time, and this could be the very first video of the sport ever made
A man walks up a mountain in deep snow with a snowboard.

You might be wearing your ski gloves and snowboard gloves (or snowboard mittens!) all wrong – what you need to know

There's a good chance you don't know this one interesting fact about your ski gloves or snowboard gloves (or mittens) - and you might be wearing them wrong
Burton Custom X snowboard deck

Burton snowboard review: The Burton Custom X begs for more

The Burton Custom X is the top-end snowboard in Burton's lineup — but is it the best there is? We test to find out.
The CAPiTA home page banner showing their bionic man.

Get hyped for snowboarding – the full CAPiTA snowboards lineup for 2023-2024 has dropped

CAPiTA snowboards are some of the hottest boards on Earth, and its 2023-2024 lineup looks incredible.
Man using snow wireless teeth whitening kit

Ends tonight: This Snow Diamond Teeth Whitening Kit is $75 off

The Snow Diamond Teeth Whitening Kit is available at a price of just $75 for today only. That's 50% off is you buy it at the location described in this article.
Jones Hovercraft 2.0

Jones Snowboards Re-Up Tech recycles old snowboards, a massive breakthrough for snowboarding

Jones Snowboards has created a breakthrough new program, Re-Up Tech, that takes old snowboards and uses them in the manufacturing of new snowboards
People on a mountain with ski gear

These are the best ski brands on the market for the upcoming season

Is there such a thing as too many skis? In a market offering so many options, it's hard to know where to start, but the right ski brand is a must.
Man powder skiing, Alps, Zauchensee, Austria

Skiing vs. snowboarding: A beginner’s guide to these amazing winter sports

Skiing and snowboarding offer a thrilling way to spend a winter day. It's never too late to learn, so here are some of the best tips for beginners.

Ski the dream at one of the 10 biggest ski resorts in the world

These are the biggest ski resorts in the world and offer so much more than just skiing. Are you ready to hit the slopes?
A view of the Teton Mountains in Idaho.

This tiny Idaho ski town could become the next Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole is one of the most recognisable ski resorts in the US, but there's a new contender looking to takes its place.
Ski lifts sitting in the abyss

Climate change has made some ski resorts in Europe close down entirely

With climate change threatening the ski season, some resorts in Europe are facing up to the reality of closing their doors and dismantling their lifts.
A man snowboarding with a rip of powder behind him.

How to have a lot more fun snowboarding this year: A note from The Manual’s GM

Snowboarding should be fun! There's an emphasis on being "extreme," but that's not for everyone. These are our tips to have more fun snowboarding this year.
Man using face moisturizer

Neutrogena, Jaxon Lane, and more: The 14 best men’s face moisturizers with SPF to slow down aging

Moisturizers and sunscreens are two essential skincare products. So, we've rounded up the best face moisturizers with SPF for every skin type and budget.
Environment-friendly grooming and bath products beside a plant on a surface.

From Dove to Dr. Squatch, the best bar soaps under $20 to buy right now

Over liquid body wash? If you're searching for a new favorite shower product, here are our picks for the best bar soaps that will have your skin thanking you.
Dr. Squatch bundle

Brand Profile: How Dr. Squatch went from a viral social media startup to men’s grooming sensation

Dr Squatch is one of the biggest names in men's grooming, but it wasn't an overnight success. We talk to an exec to find out how it all went down
A man reading a book

Men’s grooming: What the modern day man needs to know (from head to toe)

The days of the leathery-skinned cowboy are long gone, it's the time for masculine grooming. Here is your guide on looking your best under your clothes.
Man backcountry skiing

How you can get started with backcountry skiing, gear, and avalanche safety this winter

Now's the time to start learning some essential backcountry skiing skills and putting together your kit with a new set of tools and the right mindset.
A group of people playing a game of pickleball.

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., alpine touring (2nd) and splitboarding (5th) also rank high

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., alpine touring and splitboarding also rank high
Wild bushfires burning in Tasmania, Australia.

Time to wake up: Climate change gave us our hottest summer ever and the Earth is in meltdown, U.N. says

Climate change is real. We just experienced the hottest summer on record, and scientists say our climate is breaking down.
Sugarloaf ski resort

Add these East Coast ski resorts to your winter plans

Head somewhere different this winter and get in on some East Coast skiing action, with these top East Coast resorts.