PUTTING THE COOL IN COULOIR
Author and enthusiast Dave Cooper highlights classic snow climbs that show off Colorado during the best season in the Rockies

SKI-BIKE SHAKE-UP
Can designs borrowed from mountain bikes finally succeed at making slick sport cool?

WINTER WANDERING
Get on top of the snow with easy-to-learn, versatile and inexpensive activity that provides workout and mimics summer treks through scenic backcountry

Crescent Moon Gold Series 12 Snowshoes
The snow isn't going anywhere for a long, long time, but that doesn't mean you can't.

Osprey Switch 36 ski mountaineering pack
The folks at Osprey seem to have packed almost everything you need into a surprisingly sleek, lightweight package.

Patagonia Wool 4 Long-Sleeve Zip T-Neck shirt
If you love the idea of wool but can't wear it because of the itch factor, you're in luck - merino is soft, water-repellant, and not scratchy.