by Misty Johnston We ride for the turns. For the views. For the feeling that the mountains give us.But behind the powder days and lift passes lies something deeper, a long, often overlooked history rooted in the very places we now call ski towns. Long before resorts, gondolas, or après scenes, these mountains were home to Indigenous peoples. Their relationship with the land is ancient, spiritual, and ongoing. And if you ride these peaks, you’re part of that story now, whether

Real Evolution: BOA Lacing Done Right Once a love it or hate it feature, BOA systems have come a long way. We’re now seeing: Dual-zone and triple BOA setups, allowing independent tension on the upper/lower boot Micro-adjustments that don’t kill circulation More durability (early BOAs used to snap mid-season, now, not so much) Verdict :  Legit evolution. BOA used to feel gimmicky, now it’s the standard for convenience and performance, especially for riders who hate cold hands

Few experiences in mountain sports rival the combination of helicopters, untouched alpine terrain, and human flight. Heli‑assisted missions compress what would normally take days of approach, climbing, and logistics into a single, high‑intensity window, dropping athletes directly into terrain that is remote, complex, and visually overwhelming. For wingsuit pilots and skiers, these environments unlock lines that blend exploration, technical skill, risk management, and creativi