In a follow up interview after Zahan’s recent Totally Deep podcast episode, we explore the roots of his training methodology and how to prepare the body and mind for dynamic ski terrain.

The Montane Fireball Lite jacket is an active insulation piece providing ample heat dumping and wind protection. (The fit is Euro-slim.) This piece deserves a place in the pack for those seeking active insulation excellence.

An all-women ski film produced and directed by women, Nexus resonates with fine skin lines and a compelling narrative. It premierws on Oct. 5th.

Pre-season is not mid-season: Now is the time to thoroughly check your gear to ensure your backcountry skiing dreams aren’t kneecapped by faulty gear. Here’s a pre-season checklist to help guide you on this important task.

A down puffy is key for backcountry skiing wellness: use it as needed to warm the core. Rab’s Electron Pro Down jacket is a go-to in near-freezing temps.

As a navigation tool, CalTopo offers a complex feature set that sometimes takes time to hone. With a little savvy, CalTopo offers some hidden gems to make backcountry skiing/riding trip planning more useful. Here are three specific features to dial in your ski and winter climbing plans.