Cross Country Skier 2026 Gear Guide hoodie oscillating between quick gladed laps

oscillating between quick gladed laps and huge days on the skintrack

On a 50-mile traverse of the range

Sharp End Our editor-in-chief revisits a few of the many—but often-forgotten—climbing novels and short stories by nineteenth to twenty-first century women

Nordic après and kid's programs

Opening the Door Wider For a long time

Cross Country Skier 2026 Gear Guide hoodie oscillating between quick gladed lapsFEATURES Page 44 2026 Gear Guide We returned to Snow Mountain Ranch, Colorado, in March, where our local testers evaluated the top 2026 gear from leading manufacturers. This year, we reviewed nearly 70 products, categorizing them by beginner, intermediate, and expert levels, and included practical buying tips to bring to your local retailer. Page 78 An Arctic Lesson in Suffering Two weeks after the equinox, three skiers left Anaktuvuk Pass to haul