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Boards, boots, bindings, and more! Our snowboarding hub offers all the best tips for new and experienced riders, as well as reviews of the top gear and advice on everything from setting up your first board to waxing before you ride. If you need to know anything about snowboarding, this is your destination.
Burton’s latest collaboration celebrates Pride and the LGBTQ+ community with a middle finger aimed at discrimination
Burton is celebrating Pride with new gear that takes direct aim at discrimination with a not-so-subtle message.
Smith Nexus snowboard helmet review: a great lightweight helmet with one big drawback
Ski and snowboarding helmets should be protective, stylish, and comfortable. Does the Smith Nexus helmet cover all the bases? Read our review to find out!
Our simple guide tells you which ski and snowboard wax to use for any conditions
The wax you use on your skis or snowboard should match the snow conditions. Our easy guide makes it incredibly easy to know which wax to apply - and when.
Burton Loback Step-On snowboard bindings review: Is it time to reconsider your entire snowboarding setup?
Burton Loback Step-On snowboard bindings are a continuation in the drive for fewer straps and more fun. Does it deliver? Find out!
Throwback video shows the origin of tensions between skiing and snowboarding
This old-school video shows that the skiing vs. snowboarding debate has been rumbling on for as long as snowboards have existed; who do you side with?
You can now enter to win the weirdest (and maybe coolest?) splitboard we’ve ever seen, from TWIX
With its design contest finalized, TWIX is now giving away 110 of its weird and wonderful splitboards.
This is why your Gore-Tex jacket isn’t keeping you dry
Unbridled breathability just doesn't exist, so we take a look at the limitations of Gore-Tex, how it functions, and what you can do to help your jacket.
Summer skiing? California ski resorts have so much snow, they’ll be open until July
With record snowfall on the cards and a late season, ski resorts in California are going to be open for skiing until at least July.
Why wool base layers are a winter sports must-have item
Here's why you should never wear cotton in the winter months, and why Merino wool is, in fact, all it's cracked up to be.
Snowboarding tips you didn’t realize you needed: How to ride on ice
Unless you only plan on heading out on powder days, you need to know how to get past those icy patches when snowboarding.
5 things you should always do on your iPhone before you go skiing or snowboarding
Smartphones are for more than just photos. These steps can help set up your ski day and give you an even better day on the slopes.
The best way to travel with a snowboard or skis affordably
We have the way for you to travel to your snowy destination without having to haul those skis or snowboard along every step of the way.
Snowboarding for beginners: How to conquer the dreaded chairlift without falling
Riding the ski lift isn't easy on a snowboard, but with our top tips and step-by-step guide, you'll be cruising off like a pro in no time.
This is nuts: Never Summer tested its newest snowboard on a lake of pure ice
Watch as Nick Larson hits the ice to prove that the 2024 range of Never Summer snowboards have the ultimate edge control in any conditions.
Burton Step-On bindings and boots review: Should you opt-in to Step-On?
Burton Step-On is progressive but polarizing. Are these the boots and bindings you should be buying in 2023? After two seasons of testing, we have the answer.
Burton Custom X snowboard review: Don’t hold back
The Burton Custom X is the top-end snowboard in Burton's lineup - but is it the best there is? We test to find out.
Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero snowboard review: Powder lovers apply within
Looking for a powder-plowing snowboard? Check out our review of the Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero.
Improve your snowboarding edge transition with this easy-to-follow rule
Get your snowboarding turns cleaner and risk catching your edges less with this simple piece of advice.
Burton just gave you the perfect reason to go snowboarding this weekend
Need an excuse to go snowboarding? Burton's annual "A day for Jake" is March 11, and is the perfect excuse to spend a day on the mountain.
What’s still to come in the Snowboard World Cup? All dates and venues
What’s still to come in the Snowboard World Cup? All dates and venues
From Alpine races to freestyle competitions, there's plenty of action still to come this winter from the best snowboarders in the world.
How to set up a snowboard: A beginner’s guide
Getting your snowboard set up properly is key to developing your riding and having a great time on the slopes. We're here to help you get it right.
Keep your digits defrosted this winter with these gloves and mitts
If you're serious about skiing and snowboarding, you need a pair of gloves that can keep up with you. These waterproof, durable options will keep you riding.
Yes, there are real rules for skiing and snowboarding, and here they are
Keeping in control and looking out for other mountain users is key to preventing accidents on the mountain. Follow these rules to stay safe.
Good investment or an elitist ripoff: Is expensive winter gear worth the money?
Want to know the truth about buying expensive outdoor gear? Well, I've used everything, from bargain-bucket to big brands, and here's what I've found.
These are the most incredible, picturesque mountain towns for a winter getaway
Forget about overcrowded beaches and long lines at amusement parks. These mountain towns are the best spots for your winter getaway.
This is why snowboard boots have forward lean
This is why snowboard boots have forward lean
Whether you're using rental boots or looking to buy your own, you'll have noticed that snowboard boots all lean forwards, but why is that?
Snowboarding 101: Rocker vs camber? What do snowboard base shapes mean?
Snowboarding 101: Rocker vs camber? What do snowboard base shapes mean?
Camber, rocker, flat, and flying-v are all terms you'll see when shopping for a snowboard, but what's the difference? And how do they affect your ride?
Up your ski game with these lesser known ski resorts in North America
Up your ski game with these lesser known ski resorts in North America
Once you discover the jow of a smaller, lesser-known ski resort, you'll wonder why you spent so long in lift queues and merging with traffic onto groomers.
Boarding for Breast Cancer wants everyone to ‘love their peaks’
Boarding for Breast Cancer wants everyone to ‘love their peaks’
Boarding for breast cancer is raising awareness and funs at ski resorts around the U.S. Find out how you can get involved.
Burton and Run DMC partner for new boards, boots, bindings – and a great cause
Burton and Run DMC partner for new boards, boots, bindings – and a great cause
Burton and Run DMC partnership helps kids in need via two great foundations.
Review: The Dakine Boot Locker 69L is the best snowboard gear bag we’ve tested
Is there such a thing as the perfect snowboard gear bag? The Dakine Boot Locker 69L might be it.
Gear up for the slopes this winter with the best ski and snowboard pants
Gear up for the slopes this winter with the best ski and snowboard pants
Whether you're carving moguls or laying skin tracks, we've rounded up the best ski and snowboard pants for shredders of every stripe.
The best merino wool socks (whether you’re hiking, skiing, or going to work)
The best merino wool socks (whether you’re hiking, skiing, or going to work)
Merino wool is an amazing natural fabric: It is moisture-wicking, keeps you warm, and naturally fights odors. Here are the 20 best Merino wool socks in 2023.
You can now design your own splitboard, courtesy of… Twix?
You can now design your own splitboard, courtesy of… Twix?
Who hasn't dreamed of designing their very own splitboard? Well, thanks to Twix, you could see your design on the mountain this winter.
Review: is the Smith I/O Mag Imprint 3D Goggle worth its $450 price tag?
Should you pay $450 for the Smith I/O Mag Imprint 3D Goggle? It's feature-packed, but the price packs a punch. we give the goggle a full review.
Dakine Sender Stretch 3L review: The best snowboarding outerwear you can buy?
Do the Dakine Sender Stretch 3L pant and jacket stand up to the competition? We give them a full day on the mountain to find out!
Understanding ski slope trail markers: What those colors actually mean
Understanding ski slope trail markers: What those colors actually mean
The first thing most skiers do at a new ski resort is to find a trail map, but do they know what they're looking at? Our ski slope guide will help.
How to buy the right ski gear this winter: A complete guide
How to buy the right ski gear this winter: A complete guide
It's time to head to the mountains for a weekend of skiing and snowboarding. If you're wondering what to wear, here's everything you'll need in ski gear.
X Games 2023: Schedule, how to watch, favorites to win, and more
X Games 2023: Schedule, how to watch, favorites to win, and more
This weekend only, X Games 2023 comes to Aspen. Check out how you can catch all the action and which athletes we tip for greatness this year.
