#backcountry-skiing

#backcountry-skiing

Bikepacking from Chamonix to Norway sounds ambitious. Doing it to chase powder during a slow snow season? That's next-level commitment. Wilder North, from Chamonix-based outdoor brand Simond, documents exactly this journey. A 2,000-mile, human-powered adventure that blends backcountry skiing with long-distance cycling. As climate change makes winter conditions increasingly unpredictable in the Alps, the film offers an inspiring alternative: when the snow doesn't come to you, go to the snow.

Turnagain is a special place for me. One of my first backcountry experiences happened thereback when I had snowshoes, cotton sweaters, and too much excitement. Fast forward fourteen years, and I still can't get enough of how magical this area is. Countless memories and long adventures with incredible people will forever be in my heart. When I decided to make a film that could even begin to capture that magic, I didn't expect it to take two years.

The Ski Utah Interconnect Tour plays on Utah's ski notoriety by guiding riders on an epic one-day traverse of the Wasatch Mountains, stopping at six of Utah's most legendary resorts. The journey includes time spent in the backcountry and turns in untracked terrain. This experience is "not designed for the timid" and should only be booked by advanced and expert skiers.

As the backcountry community continues to demand gear that balances performance, protection, and adaptability, Outdoor Research has responded with one of its most advanced seasonal drops yet: the Cloudchaser Limited Edition Kit. Designed exclusively for Fall/Winter 25/26, this pairing of the Cloudchaser 3L Jacket and Bib delivers lightweight, storm-ready resilience with the mobility and breathability required for serious touring. More than just apparel, the Cloudchaser represents a new standard in technical outerwear for skiers, snowboarders, and backcountry explorers alike.