Martin Kuprianowicz

I was certain that I was going to die when the ski patroller's face turned white as a sheet after cutting open my ski pants to reveal the broken femur bone protruding from the center of my thigh. It was New Year's Eve in 2014 as I lay bleeding out on the bottom of a small ski hill in the mountains of southern New Mexico.

Martin Kuprianowicz | Share this article VIRGIN, Utah (Oct. 10, 2024) — Seven of the world's top women mountain bikers etched their

In the booming world of backcountry recreation, Utah Adventures Unlimited (UAU) is carving out a niche by offering something fundamentally different: backcountry education that focuses on skills-building and personalization, not just avalanche training. Based in Salt Lake City, UAU specializes in courses designed to meet the individual needs of splitboarders and backcountry enthusiasts, helping them build confidence, knowledge, and safety […]

Martin Kuprianowicz | | Share this article Directly east of Salt Lake City, the towering Wasatch Mountains rudely rise like a defense

Directly east of Salt Lake City, the towering Wasatch Mountains rudely rise like a defense wall, guarding a wilderness refuge of granite walls, alpine trails, and pristine snowfields. Little Cottonwood Canyon, carved over millennia, is the crown jewel of this range—a sanctuary for skiers, climbers, and hikers. Now, it stands at a crossroads. A proposed gondola threatens to split its […]

What day is it? I don't know; the jet lag has had its way with me the past few nights since I arrived in Italy. I awake in a confusion each morning, the night sky still dark as the bottom of a well.

Report from Sunday, December 8, 2024 Buongiorno. What day is it? I don’t know; the jet lag has had its way with me the past few nights since I arrived in Italy. I awake in a confusion each morning, the night sky still dark as the bottom of a well. The budget flight to get here cost me three […]

Martin Kuprianowicz | Share this article Salt Lake City, UT — Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night of adventure and community in downtown Salt Lake City.

[Dec. 13, 2024 – Fiorano Modenese, Italy] – ATK, renowned for its cutting-edge ski binding technology, has unveiled the Hy , a revolutionary hybrid ski binding that redefines the balance between alpine-level downhill performance and lightweight touring capabilities. Designed for skiers who seamlessly transition between freeride and ski touring, the Hy offers unprecedented r esponsiveness, precision, and versatility, making it an ideal companion for those exploring the most challenging types of terrain.

Report from Saturday, December 21, 2024 Bonjour. I missed the first bus to Monte Bianco Skyway from Courmayeur. I went home, brewed some espresso, had a bite, and then took the second bus, showing up to the station solo. The place was empty—I was surprised, for a Saturday after decent snowfall the day before. As I was having my morning […]