E-bikes have fundamentally changed how we access the mountains, but they have also exposed a massive weakness in traditional gear: weight. In the Teton backcountry—where a “quick ride” often involves miles of washboard dirt roads and high-speed mountain passes—a standard bike rack simply won’t cut it. We’ve seen too many $5,000 electric bikes bouncing precariously off the […]
In Jackson Hole, we usually look for gear that excels in the extremes. But sometimes, the most valuable tool in your kit is the one that can handle everything from a muddy trailhead to a light construction site, and then pivot to a snow-covered morning walk. I’ve been putting the Nortiv 8 Men’s Waterproof Insulated […]
In Jackson Hole, your gear isn’t just about fashion—it’s about survival and performance. When you’re ripping deep powder in the Tetons or guiding clients into the backcountry, the last thing you want to deal with is a gear failure or, even worse, a fogged-up lens. I’ve been testing the Anon M4 Toric Goggles this season, and […]
Long gone are the days of only 1 or 2 companies manufacturing splitboard bindings. The splitboard industry continues to grow as does the innovations in splitboading and splitboard bindings specifically. We have been testing splitboard bindings in the Teton backcountry for over 15 years—from the early days of pins and plates to the latest carbon-fiber […]
Music and mountains go together like boots and bindings. Whether you need a high-energy playlist to hype you up for a cliff drop or a mellow podcast for the skin track, having the right audio setup is essential. Gone are the days of jamming painful plastic earbuds under a beanie. Today, most riders use audio-ready snowboard […]
Jackson Hole is known for its rugged peaks and bustling Town Square, but just four blocks away from the antler arches lies a quiet sanctuary that feels a world apart. Inn on the Creek isn’t just a place to sleep; it’s where I go for my own local “staycations” when I need to escape the noise, soak […]
Aventon hasn’t reinvented the wheel, but it got close, redesigning its most popular all-terrain electric bike from the ground up. The Aventon Aventure M swaps out a rear hub motor for the latest Aventon a100 mid-drive motor, along with electric shifting and more savvy tech for a whole new ride. I recently tested the Aventon […]
JACKSON, WY — Snow King Mountain Resort rises dramatically from the valley floor, creating an immensely beautiful backdrop to the town of Jackson, Wyoming. While visitors often flock to the bigger resorts nearby, “The King” offers an experience that is authentic, steep, and incredibly convenient. Our Snow King Resort review breaks down why this mountain is the heartbeat […]
In the world of e-bikes, range anxiety has always been the silent killer of a good adventure. We’ve all been there: staring at a dropping battery bar deep in the backcountry, calculating if we have enough juice to get back to the trailhead. But what if your bike wasn’t just a vehicle? What if it […]
This year’s roundup of the best snowboard mittens features a mix of legendary staples and high-tech performers. For anyone who likes to snowboard, rides deep powder, and enjoys that loose, surfy feel, a pair of warm, comfortable mittens is a mandatory piece of kit. We tested these mittens in the proving grounds of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Over […]