Matt McDonald

Contributing Writer

Matt McDonald has written for various outdoor-industry publications like Outside, Freeskier, Powder, Backpacker, Mountain, and a variety of smaller outlets in the outdoor and travel space.

He works by day at Powder7 Ski Shop in Golden, Colorado, and skis 60-90 days per season.

Recently, he’s skied in far-flung places like Hokkaido, the Yukon, Chile, and Argentina, in addition to domestic haunts like Colorado and New England.  

You can follow along his adventures and gear testing on Instagram @Matt_the_McDonald.

Read some of Matt's recent stories...
Best Men’s Ski Jackets of 2025
Matt McDonald
Best Men’s Ski Jackets of 2025
Matt McDonald

We reviewed 27 men’s ski jackets to find the 5 best hardshells, backcountry, insulated, 3-in-1, sub-$350, and waterproof coats. Here are our top rated winners.

Matt McDonald
Arc’teryx Sabre Ski Jacket Long-Term Review
Matt McDonald
Arc’teryx Sabre Ski Jacket Long-Term Review
Matt McDonald

Long-term, in-depth review of the Arc'teryx Sabre Ski Jacket, a top-of-the-line men's ski for weatherproofing, breathability, and layering.

Matt McDonald
Obermeyer Foundation Insulated Ski Jacket Review
Matt McDonald
Obermeyer Foundation Insulated Ski Jacket Review
Matt McDonald

An in-depth, long-term review at the Obermeyer Foundation Insulated Ski Jacket, the best budget men's ski jacket you can get.

Matt McDonald
Outdoor Research Skytour Ascentshell Ski Jacket Review
Stasia Stockwell
Outdoor Research Skytour Ascentshell Ski Jacket Review
Stasia Stockwell

Long-term, in-depth review of the Outdoor Research Skytour AscentShell, one of our favorite ski jackets for backcountry skiing for breathability and ventilation

Stasia Stockwell
Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets of 2025
Matt McDonald
Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets of 2025
Matt McDonald

Protect your head on the slopes with the best ski and snowboard helmets, reviewed and tested by our Treeline experts. Get ready for your next snow adventure!

Matt McDonald
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