Once upon a time, backcountry skiing was a niche sport enjoyed by a select group of skiers viewed as “hardcore” or “extreme.” But that’s no longer the case. Thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. They might not admit it, but there's no denying that skiers were way gnarlier back in the '70s and '80s, especially when it came ...

Venturing into the mountains in the depths of winter isn't for everyone. Avid skiers and snowboarders can attest that the best turns are often found beyond trail markers but backcountry skiing ...

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As holiday feasts approach, fatten up your outdoor gear quiver with these favorites curated from Backcountry’s seasonal gift guides. We pulled both men’s and women’s gift options from lists for ...

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Backcountry is offering an extra 20% off outdoor clothing and gear from top brands until April 12. To start the spring season off strong, outdoor gear retailer Backcountry is celebrating the longer ...