The realm of hardshell and softshell pieces have fused into the “hardish” shell catgory. Gavin Hess reviews four hardish shell pants for backcountry skiing.

Nicolette Jones reflects on the friends that helped make her ski traverse of The Colorado Trail (nearly 485 miles of it) happen.

On July 3, Italy’s Marmolada Glacier shed a massive load of ice killing numerous climbers. With high temps in the Dolomite region, these are unsteady times.

As the Teton sheep debate evolves, a survey captures winter backcountry skier and climber sentiment. Read up on the findings.

Every backcountry skier has an origin story—some are filled with myths, some with easy access and mentors, some with hardscrabble grit. Here’s Ethan Daly’s true tale.

Former BD CEO Peter Metcalf’s experience leading a gear manufacturer helps give perspective on the current state of recalls in the outdoor gear industry.