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Avalanche Awareness Night 2021

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Skinny Skis’ 22nd Annual Avalanche Awareness Night will be held virtually again this year and will be on Thursday, December 2nd from 6:30-8:45 PM MST. Take this opportunity to refresh your knowledge of safe travel in avalanche terrain and get a jumpstart on … Read More

2021 Run and Ride for the Cure

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Update 9/3/21: The race is off but the fundraiser is on! Read below for more details as we are putting together both a raffle (Sept 11 – 20) and in store promotion to help support the St. John’s Health Foundation’s … Read More

East Jackson Mud

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Nothing beats a good East Jackson Mud run. Cruising along dry crisp trails throughout summer is nice, but there is a special place in every runner’s heart for a classic mud run. It simplifies everything. Forget about pace, time, or … Read More

Father’s Day Sale 2020

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Join us for our Father’s day 2020 sale. When: 4 DAYS ONLY! Thursday, June 18th through Sunday, June 21st Where: Skinny Skis, 65 West Deloney, Jackson, WY 83001 Sale includes items from Eagle Creek, Patagonia, & Hydroflask. These brands rarely … Read More

Welcome back!!

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Welcome back, WE’VE MISSED YOU! We want to WELCOME you back to Skinny Skis with a partial re-opening beginning Friday May 8th. Our store hours will be Monday – Saturday 10am to 4pm. Closed Sunday. Please check back often as hours … Read More

#WearItOut Contest

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Celebrating 45 years in Jackson Hole. #WearItOut contest aims to celebrate the memories that have been made with your oldest, favorite gear items.  Contest Dates:October 24th – November 20th Bring in your oldest piece of Patagonia clothing to tell us … Read More

The First Ever Traverse of the Tetons

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The adventure begins! 6 guys must be truly passionate about Nordic skiing to have journeyed into the Jackson backcountry in early May, to complete the first ever Teton Traverse of the Teton Crest Trail. These 6 guys were the friends … Read More

Skinny Skis Timeline

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Legend has it that a rock at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort was named after Jeff Crabtree; the day he went big, and wound up with a few broken bones. When asked later about the incident, Crabtree simply stated ‘We were … Read More

Lake of the Crags

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I think we can all agree the summer hiking in the area is the best! The views you get are truly amazing, and each time you go is a new experience. This is my 5th summer in Jackson, and I … Read More

Hang Tight with Eno Hammocks

In today’s world of gear versatility is a must have, with multifunctional gear becoming the new norm. Hammocks maximize versatility. Whether you’re planning a remote backcountry trip or a casual weekend of backyard BBQs hang tight with Eno Hammocks.   … Read More

Brighten Your Night with Luci Lights!

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The compact little light, with a big impact on your nighttime hobbies using Luci Lights. This inflatable light source, is a must on all camping, backpacking, and outdoor nighttime activities. Simply blow it up from the pinch valve, and you … Read More

2019 Fourth of July 10k Results

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Find 2019 Fourth of July 10k results below. Overall Results 2019 Fourth of July 10k marked 40 years of running the event! With nearly 200 participants ranging in age from 9 – 83 years old and lovely weather at this … Read More

Jackson Hole Half Marathon

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Skinny Skis ambassador, Matt Chorney, recently competed in the Jackson Hole Half Marathon on June 8th. We were able to catch up with him, and get some information on how the race went! Matt set an impressive mile split time … Read More

Scout Mountain Ultras

We caught up with ambassador Amanda Sullivan, and Skinny Skis team member Jamee Cochary after their completion of the Scout Mountain Ultras in Pocatello, ID (June 1st). The Scout Mountain Ultras are a series of 100mi, 50mi and 21mi races. … Read More

Kamping with the Kiddos

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Family Camping       There is no better way to get in some great summer fun than a family camping trip! How about a trip to Jackson Lake? Or an adventure in Granite Hot Springs? We have two small … Read More

Escalate Your Training

  Altra is known for making shoes which feature their CORE THREE. These three proprietary technologies work together to increase alignment, stability, and ensure proper fit. ZeroDrop puts your heel and forefoot the same distance from the ground and gives … Read More

Do the Mach-arena

Mach Hoka Mach   Introducing the Mach from Hoka’s FLY Collection*. The Hoka Mach is a great choice for a one-quiver road shoe; from short & fast runs to mega-distance the Mach will support your road-running endeavors. A mesh knit … Read More

Get Packing

Eagle Creek Roller This spring we’ve brought the Switchback International Carry-On into our spring line-up. This bag is the “do-it-all of adventure luggage”. You can roll the bag through the airport or use the adjustable suspension straps to carry it … Read More

Skinny Skis Holiday Gift Guide 2016

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It’s a busy season here in Jackson Hole, and the giving season as well. We’re here to make giving easier, with a great selection of fun and useful items for outdoor enthusiasts and mountain town denizens. Below you’ll find items … Read More

IceBug Shoes and BuGrip Technology

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From Icebug.com: Icebug is a Swedish footwear brand founded in 2001. We were frustrated by having to choose between the risk of slipping and saying no to our favorite outdoor activities. So we decided to challenge the global footwear giants … Read More

Fall climbing in Jackson Hole

  Climbing in the fall here can present more difficulties than mid-summer. Shorter days coupled with colder and often unpredictable weather make alpine routes harder and more committing. There are some options for lower elevation climbing in the valley though, … Read More

What’s in your climbing pack?

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Climbing season isn’t over. The end of August and into September; weather can be perfect for climbing in the Tetons. The cooler weather and reduced traffic means you need to be even more self-reliant. What you carry in your pack … Read More

Jackson Hole without a car

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Jackson Hole is a destination for travelers around the world, many arriving by plane; from around the world, by car; from around the country, and more often lately; on foot or by bike. The Continental Divide Trail, a cross-country hiking … Read More

The 5 Best Lake Hikes in the Tetons

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Grand Teton National Park may be best known for it’s mountains; the Grand being one of the most iconic peaks in the United States. But, nestled among these peaks are some beautiful lakes, that are great places to visit, and … Read More

Arc’teryx Acrux FL Review

After spending some time on the trail and rocks with the Acrux Fl from Arc’teryx, the shoe unveiled itself to be excellent on a few different fronts. As an approach shoe it’s a standout. The upper is comprised of polyurethane … Read More

Three Days in the Tetons: A Glimpse into the Unreal

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There have been, and there will be, far more epic stories to come from the Tetons. The three days we spent there were moderately adventurous at best. But there's something about those mountains that makes it difficult—impossible even—not to pay some homage. Simply … Read More

La Sportiva TX4 Review – Pt. 1

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New to Skinny Skis this year is the La Sportive TX4 Approach Shoe. While it has some similarities to the venerable Boulder X, this approach and all around mountain adventure shoe has plenty of modern updates. It’s available at Skinny … Read More

SPRING SKIING AND SNOW TRAVEL

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Spring backcountry skiing is still good, and the newly opened park road makes it easier to get further into the alpine environment, amidst snow-clad peaks. You might have to hike a little before you get to snow, but the next … Read More

Desert Camping – A few tips & tricks

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Spring in the desert of the American Southwest is a magical time. It’s a favorite destination of us in the Northern Rockies, a warm escape to somewhere completely different. There’s outdoor recreation in good supply, hiking, climbing, canyoneering, and rafting; … Read More

La Sportiva Spectre AT Boot Review

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The La Sportiva Spectre® is the lightest 4-buckle AT boot out there. At around 3lbs 3oz per boot, it’s light on the uphill, and stiff enough for challenging descents; a perfect combination for the Jackson Hole backcountry. A precise fit … Read More

Holiday Gift Guide

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The Holidays are here and we know you are busy decking the halls and trimming the tree so we wanted to make your Holiday shopping as easy as possible! This coming Saturday, December 12th, we are offering a ONE-DAY-ONLY 20% … Read More

Skinny Skis Summer Trailhead is Here!

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Our handy dandy annual brochure is hot off the press! Next time you’re in Skinny Skis, pick one up…It’s FREE and has a great overview of the local hiking and backpacking trails from Jackson, to Teton Pass, to Grand Teton … Read More

Climbing Close to Home

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The Tetons offer a mix of challenges for climbers of most any ability – from pure rock climbs to high elevation mix of snow, ice, and rock. The following popular climbs are mentioned for their relative short and easy approaches, … Read More

Mountain Hardwear Scrambler 30 OutDry Backpack

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With the current weather looking like rain indefinitely, we have the companion to keep your things dry wherever your adventures may take you. The Scrambler 30 is a traditional style pack with completely waterproof construction. Sure, rain covers work fine … Read More