Whether you want more mobility in the backcountry on your next ski tour or just an easier time traversing the lodge during lunch, a pair of ski boots with a reliable walk mode is key. At Mountain Weekly News, we’ve spent over 15 years testing gear in the Teton Range—where a “short walk” often means a […]
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. The M4’s high-contrast optics provide the critical depth perception needed […]
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… 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 […]
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… 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 […]
The first time I slid my feet into these Kolo Willer House Shoes, it was pretty obvious they were offering a higher level of comfort. Calling them “cozy” almost feels like an understatement. The inside of the slipper is made of soft faux-fur and surrounded by a very classy corduroy and not stopping there the […]
The 2026 Snowboard Boot Buyer’s Guide The best men’s snowboard boots for 2026 are taking the stage with more power, precision, and all-day comfort than ever. If you want to ride at the top of your game this season, this is where it all starts. Boots are the heartbeat of your setup: the connection point […]
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 […]
We’ve spent 20 years testing gear in the Teton Range. We know that a pole isn’t just for balance; it’s a tool for survival when you’re 5 miles from the trailhead in Jackson Hole. Another reason poles are so clutch for us: sometimes you need just a little push so you might be poling your […]
Whether you’re looking to start the day with a caffeine boost or looking for a midday pick me-up, quality coffee is a must-have. EYE Coffee’s Single-Serve Pour Over pouches promise café-level brewing with minimal weight and complexity. After an afternoon cup on a cold outing to an alpine hut in Canada, here are my first […]