Testing the POC Aspire in the Tetons Hanging out with Mike of Mountain Weekly News at his office early winter 2026 talking about shred and growing a family. In true Mike fashion he said “want to review some sunglasses” I was very hesitant at first as I own lots of sunglasses and with a growing […]
Smaller, lighter, more powerful, and packed with more features and new technology, the new Mammut S2 Avalanche Beacon is their flagship professional beacon and has many more offerings than its predecessor, the popular Barryvox S model we tested in 2024. Is it worth the upgrade? Let go over some of the stand out new features […]
Choosing a transceiver is a life-saving decision. I’m Mike Hardaker, a Level III Avalanche Professional with 26 years of backcountry experience. I’ve vetted every unit on this list through high-stakes testing in the Tetons to ensure these beacons perform when seconds count. This is not a list of specs; it’s a report from the field. […]
The Smith Squad MAG Goggle has become synonymous with being a true workhorse goggle for amateurs and professionals alike. The Squad MAG features quick yet secure magnetic lens exchange, a wide selection of replacement lenses, fun designs, and no unnecessary frills. I’ve owned a few pairs of Squad goggles over the years, but this was […]
Of course good snow goggles make it easier to see the snow, helping you read conditions for improved confidence and therefore performance. It’s one of the easiest upgrades someone can make to improve their on-mountain experience hands down. But great snow goggles can do even more. Which is why we’ve compiled this list of what […]
A good insulated jacket is one of the quiet heroes of any outdoor kit. It’s the piece you reach for when the wind sharpens, when the sun drops behind the ridge, or when you’re trying to stay comfortable without hauling around a bulky layer. The Finisterre Nimbus Hooded Jacket has long occupied that sweet spot […]
![Burton [ak] Hover GORE-TEX C-Knit 3L](https://mtnweekly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Burton-ak-Hover-3L-C-Knit-Jacket-18-1000x600.jpg "Burton [ak] Hover GORE-TEX C-Knit 3L Review: The Gold Standard for Serious Riders")
There is a reason the Burton [ak] line is synonymous with quality. For serious riders, Burton athletes, mountain guides, and those “in the know,” [ak] is the best of the best. It holds the same heavyweight title today that The North Face once held for mountaineering in its prime. When you see that [ak] logo, […]
The UNINC Legacy: From Burton Offshoot to YES Snowboards If you remember the mid 2000’s you might remember a groundbreaking offshoot of Burton Snowboards called UNINC. This was a rider designed and marketed brand led by Romain De Marchi, J.P. Solberg, David Carrier-Porcheron (DCP), Gigi Rüf, Jeff Anderson, and Danny Davis. These guys were on […]
I recently picked out and received three shirts from Poncho Outdoors: two for myself and one for my 7-year-old son. For myself, I selected one shirt from the denim collection, THE FALFURRIAS, and one from the flannel collection, THE POWDER RIVER. Both shirts share standout styling details like mother-of-pearl snaps and western-style shoulder yokes, which give them […]
Finding the best sunglasses for the mountains is about more than style; it’s about performance in a landscape that offers no mercy to low-quality optics. At 10,000 feet, UV radiation is significantly more intense, and a Teton Pass whiteout can leave you blind without the right technical lenses. This year marks the 60th anniversary of Smith Optics, […]