Powder aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Telemark skiing’s essence is epitomized by the free-heel binding. It is ...

With innovative new equipment and a revitalized subculture, telemark has entered its modern era. But a divisiveness, ...

A commentary on historical myopia in free-heel skiing. Like any subculture’s new guard, the modern telemark movement seems to have a quirky relationship with its history. Instead of prioritizing ...

Every sport has its subcultures, and for skiing, it’s undoubtedly the wide world of telemarking. In fact, telemark skiing outdates alpine skiing by centuries. The sport has evolved tremendously over ...

Telemark skiing struggles to be relatable today. Many just can't see why a band of skiers would choose a harder, seemingly archaic technique when something easier is available in alpine skiing. But ...