Buying a helmet, whether it’s for cycling, snowboarding, skating, wakeboarding, or any other activity, involves reading a lot of acronyms and technical terms. I’m here to tell you about some of the most common to make your helmet-buying experience a bit easier. ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene is a type of plastic that […]
A toaster is just a toaster, well not so fast in the case of the new toaster from Revolution we recently tested. Introducing the Revolution InstaGLO Toaster which is sure to be the life of your party if you let it! 34 Bread Type Settings Bread comes in lots of shapes and sizes and the […]
The AC200L from Bluetti is positioned as a top-tier portable power station, which touts a fine balance between massive power capacity and general versatility, is not your typical power bank and it might be just what you need. This power station is ideal for anyone looking for a little bit more independence from the grid, […]
Splitboarding truly is the answer for those that enjoy untracked snow, avoiding the crowds and time in nature while also getting some great exercise. Having a splitboard underfoot is a ton of fun. So we put together our annual list of 10 of the best splitboards the Mountain Weekly News team tested for 2024. Choosing […]
The new Aventon Aventure 2.0 is a burly e-bike that’ll spice up your riding, letting you take on virtually any terrain out there. It’s not a sleek commuter or lightweight setup but that wasn’t part of its design brief anyway— this all-terrain workhorse flies through trails, bike paths, and streets. We recently tested the Aventure […]
The QuietKat Lynx is a powerful, cafe racer-inspired electric bicycle that doesn’t purr— it roars! The long-travel suspension and rugged dirt bike build mean riders can explore almost anywhere while enjoying the quiet and reliable performance of an electric motor. The new Lynx model leans even more into the moto-style e-bike trend and successfully creates […]
Since 1870, Faber Snowshoes has carved its niche in the winter sports industry with a commitment to quality and innovation. This Canadian company has been synonymous with reliable, dependable, and innovative snowshoe designs. True to this tradition, the newest and most advanced snowshoe lines, the S Line Off Trail, and the Mountain Master, are proving […]
The Rab Mythic Alpine Light Down Jacket is a great layering piece or standalone insulated jacket that works well for ski touring, splitboarding and mountaineering. Insulation Starting with the insulation, Rab teamed up with PrimaLoft to add a healthy dose of warmth to this packable jacket. A total of 900FP down combined with PrimaLoft® Gold […]
After almost 15 years of living in Jackson, WY, I’ve gained some … well I’ve gained something. I don’t know you can assign the term “wisdom” to somebody who dedicated his life to sliding downhill rapidly on snow. But after numerous emails over the years with people asking about the skiing and riding in Jackson […]
One of the basic aspects, and often the least enjoyable part of any outdoor adventure is getting your gear to where you need it, particularly for larger pieces of equipment like an e-bike. While a mountain bike or e-bike can help you cross miles of terrain, there are plenty of situations where that terrain may […]