Tom Kilpatrick
Contributor
A London-born outdoor enthusiast, Tom took the first ticket out of suburban life. What followed was a twelve-year career as an adventure sports guide. This took Tom on cross-Scotland canoe trips, white water adventures in Nepal, sea kayaking in Norwegian fjords, mountain running in the Alps, and many more adventures. Tom is currently living back in the Scottish Highlands, spending as much time as possible exploring the endless rivers and ridgelines that make the country so special to him.
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How to survive a bear attack: Brown, black, and polar bears
Bear attacks are uncommon, but knowing what to do in the event of one is part of being a skilled outdoorsman in the backcountry.
Hydrate safely with the best portable water filters
A durable, compact, simple, and reliable water filter is indispensable. There are plenty of great ones on the market today, and we’ve rounded up the best.
Wineries, golf courses, museums, and more: Here are 12 of the best campground alternatives for RVs
Take a break from campsites and spend the night somewhere unique with some of the best RV campground alternatives out there.
Learn your turns and your terms with our ski slang dictionary
There's a whole culture around skiing, and that means a whole language. Our ski slang dictionary is here to help you sound like a true skier.
Are you a park rat, powder hound, or all mountain ripper? We have a ski for you
Whether you're still honing your turns, carving on groomers, finding powder, or hitting the park, find your perfect ski for this winter.
Throwback video shows the origin of tensions between skiing and snowboarding
This old-school video shows that the skiing vs. snowboarding debate has been rumbling on for as long as snowboards have existed; who do you side with?
How to set up a snowboard: A beginner’s guide
Getting your snowboard set up properly is key to developing your riding and having a great time on the slopes. We're here to help you get it right.
How to safely remove a leech (or avoid them altogether)
Leeches love to latch onto a passing hiker, so learn what to do to avoid becoming a host, and how to remove a leech if you do get sucked.
Up your hydration game with one of the best insulated water bottles from CamelBak, Yeti, and more
Whether you're hiking, backpacking, heading to the gym, or just in the office, stay hydrated with these insulated water bottles.
This is the North Face jacket I’d buy this winter (if I had to pick just one)
The North Face has plenty of great jackets and outerwear for winter — this is the best.
A guide to different ski types, no matter what your skiing adventure looks like
We're here to help you learn your pistes from your powders so you can get the right skis this winter.
Snowboarding 101: Rocker vs. camber? What do snowboard profiles mean?
Camber, rocker, flat, and flying V are all terms you'll see when shopping for a snowboard, but what's the difference? And how do they affect your ride?
Ski trail ratings, explained (and why most ratings are actually BS)
While ski trail ratings provide guidance, they aren't absolute. The official rating guide shows how subjective the system is.
Snowboards gift guide: Burton, Arbor, CAPiTA, and more for every skill level
Whether you're buying for the snowboarder in your life or creating your own list, our guide has all the best stuff — we guarantee
This is why your Gor-Tex jacket isn’t keeping you dry
Unbridled breathability just doesn't exist, so we take a look at the limitations of Gore-Tex, how it functions, and what you can do to help your jacket.
The 4 types of snowboard shapes, explained
The right shape of snowboard can make or break your time on the slopes. We break down the main four so you can get the right board this winter.
Snowboarding tips: Set your snowboard stance for a winter of shredding
Setting up your snowboarding stance is the foundation of getting your ride right. Get your setup sorted now for a winter of shredding.
Snowboarding tips you didn’t realize you needed: How to ride on ice
Unless you only plan on heading out on powder days, you need to know how to get past those icy patches when snowboarding. Here are some tips.
New Helly Hansen Odin Collection leans into feedback from ski patrol teams for all-conditions protection
Helly Hansen's new Odin Collection leans into search and rescue team feedback for all-weather, any-condition protection
Snowboarding for beginners: How to conquer the dreaded chairlift without falling
Riding the ski lift isn't easy on a snowboard, but with our top tips and step-by-step guide, you'll be cruising off like a pro in no time.
Snowboarding slander or cartoon nonsense? What is goofy foot stance?
Snowboarding with your right foot forward is commonly referred to as goofy-footed, but where does this term come from, and why is there a difference?
New to snow sports? We have one clever trick to decide if skiing or snowboarding is right for you
Not sure if you want to try skiing or snowboarding? Our clever trick will help you decide
Snowboard types, explained: All Mountain, freeride, freestyle, park, powder, and touring/splitboard
Snowboard shopping can be confusing, but fear not! We explain all the types of boards so you can make the right decision
Our simple guide tells you which ski and snowboard wax to use for any conditions
The wax you use on your skis or snowboard should match the snow conditions. Our easy guide makes it incredibly easy to know which wax to apply — and when.
Pop and jib this winter with our snowboarding flex guide
Snowboard flex is key to choosing the right snowboard. Do you want a stiff setup for deep powder or a flexible jibbing snowboard?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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
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
How snowboard boots should fit when you buy them
Buying a new pair of snowboard boots? This is how they should fit
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
Third Man Syndrome: The weird phenomenon extreme mountain climbers experience
The third man has acted as a guide, advisor, companion, and much more to those in need, but who or what is this presence and does it really exist?
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.
Going camping? You should take Irish Spring Soap with you, and there’s a really good (and weird) reason why
Next time you go camping, you should take Irish Spring soap with you. Here's why.