Cross Country Skier Early Winter 2022 Cross Country Skier

Cross Country Skier Early Winter 2022 Cross Country SkierIn our analysis of Nordic's new normal, we look at how ski centers, retailers and brands managed the pandemic driven surge in interest and what benefits it might bring to all skiers in the long run. Inspiring stories range from the skier who has competed in the Birkie more times than anyone else to how residents of Homer, Alaska, rely on skiing to raise their spirits during the long winters. And learn why McCall, Idahoa small, scenic town with lots of

and a night under the stars

Damien Gildea examines impacts of this increasingly widespread technological aid

where they were greeted by striking couloirs

Jefferey Bergeron contemplates the annual return of winter and if it’s worth skipping the doctor’s visit

to profile the Teton region’s XC scene

Milner and rider Andrew Neethling seek just that—photo glory— as their time in Iceland's dramatic Badland eclipses

The Sharp End Nanga Parbat

Overland: Tracks Through Time

Full Value Hoping to make Nepali alpinists more visible— and to boost a struggling local economy— Mingma Gyalje Sherpa decides to solo a peak above his village in the Rolwaling Himal

SCOTTISH PERSEVERANCE

There's snow on the other side and

Local Hero Holly Yu Tung Chen celebrates the bravery and good-natured humor of Chomolungma guide Ang Tshering Lama