The 2021 Winter Gear Guide
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This is the place where we help serious athletes discover the best gear from top brands across the ski world. Our goal is to connect you with the stuff that will make you the fastest, strongest, most stylish ski racer out there. This year, we worked closely with our favorite brands to uncover the best and provide you with exclusive access and insight on what to look out for this season.
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Ikon Pass Kicks Off Winter 25/26 as Arapahoe Basin Opens for the Season
Winter has officially arrived! The 25/26 Ikon Pass season kicked off as Arapahoe Basin, Colorado, became the first mountain to open its lifts on October 26, 2025. With new destinations in Canada, Europe, and Asia, plus app and on-mountain upgrades, Ikon Pass holders are in for their biggest season yet.
Odermatt Holds on in Thrilling Sölden Second Run
Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt claimed victory in the men’s Giant Slalom at Sölden, edging Austria’s Marco Schwarz and Norway’s Atle McGrath. Challenging conditions and aggressive skiing made for a thrilling second run, while River Radamus was the lone North American in the top 30.
Scheib Ends Austria’s Drought; Moltzan Second, Shiffrin Fourth in Sölden
Julia Scheib ended Austria’s nine-year women’s GS drought with a home victory in Sölden. Paula Moltzan finished second, Mikaela Shiffrin fourth, and the Stifel U.S. Ski Team dominated — three in the top six and all North Americans in the top 20.
Julia Scheib (AUT) Leads Sölden Giant Slalom as Americans Shine
Austria’s Julia Scheib stormed into the lead after the first run in Sölden’s season-opening giant slalom. The Stifel U.S. Ski Team surged into contention with Paula Moltzan second, Mikaela Shiffrin sixth, and Katie Hensien ninth as three Americans landed inside the top 10.
Odermatt, Meillard Headline Men’s Sölden Opener
The men’s World Cup season launches Sunday in Sölden, Austria, marking the start of the Olympic year. Switzerland’s Marco Odermatt and Loïc Meillard lead the field, with Norway’s Henrik Kristoffersen and Atle Lie McGrath in pursuit. River Radamus headlines the Stifel U.S. Ski Team, joined by teammates Bridger Gile, Patrick Kenney, Cooper Puckett, Isaiah Nelson, and Ryder Sarchett as they target early-season breakthroughs.
Slalom World Champion Rast Targets Top-7 in Giant Slalom
Slalom world champion Camille Rast enters the Olympic season calm and confident. After her breakout winter, she now targets consistent Top-7 giant slalom results.
