Also: Half Marathon and Bike Tour Join runners and cyclists of all ages and ability levels for the marathon, half marathon, 5K, kids marathon and bike tour on Saturday, April 16. This marathon is certified and sanctioned through USATF and is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Pick up your race packet at the Quality of Life Expo (April 14–15) and enjoy visiting running-related vendors. The night before the race, attend Cannella’s Pasta Party to carb-load and get psyched for race day! Spectators and racers will enjoy the finish line celebration at Gateway, which features live bands, entertainment and post-race…
Author: Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden is the Managing Editor of Outdoor Sports Guide and a self-proclaimed gear and grammar nut. She's a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. A lover of adventure and travel, she's happiest when riding horses or snowboarding in Utah’s mountains. Follow Jenny’s exploits on Twitter @jennywillden or Instagram @jlwillden.
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Why do we love racing? It’s expensive, painful and exhausting, but something motivates us to plan our race calendar each year, sign up for a few events and spend months training, excitedly anticipating race day. For me, be it a 5K or full marathon, crossing the finish line is a glorious rush that is rarely found in everyday life. I love the thrill of racing; challenging myself to accomplish goals that once seemed impossible, all while getting stronger with each trai ning session. (Even if that strength comes in the form of sore, tired muscles.)
By Jenny Willden When you’re out all day skiing or riding, having a pack to tote water, electronics and valuables safely is heaven sent! Created in Jackson Hole, VestPac is the solution for carrying your MP3 player, smartphone, camera, ID, ski pass and water…without worrying about losing anything! But VestPac is different from most hydration bags because it’s designed to fit underneath your coat, which means water stays thawed and your electronics’ batteries will last longer. Plus, you won’t ever have to worry about tangled straps trapping you on the ski lift. For backcountry use you can sling a larger…
By Jenny Willden Embedded hologram technology…it sounds like something out of a Star Trek episode, but is actually a health trend that’s catching on amongst celebrities, pro football players, surfers and regular Joes like you and me. No, these holograms won’t transport you to a far-off galaxy, but are actually designed to optimize your natural energy flow by resonating with your body’s natural energy field. Each hologram is made of a metallic material called Mylar, which is most commonly embedded into a silicone bands or anklet that can be worn during any activity, including watersports. EFX Performance, a producer of…
Winter Adventures in Southwestern Colorado Just a seven-hour drive from Salt Lake City (or less, depending on how closely you observe speed limits) is Durango, an old west town with modern-day charm. Established in 1881, Durango, Colorado is well known for its summer activities—mountain biking, river rafting, rock climbing and so much more. But fewer visit Durango in its slower season, winter. Don’t let this fool you, Durango is bustling with an array of exciting winter activities—dog sledding, skiing, snowboarding, ice climbing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeingjust to name a few. The town also hosts a wild winter festival, Snowdown, which…
An Introduction to Structural Integration By Paul Wirth As Mother Nature dumps snow on Utah this winter, carloads of people are driving up the canyons, hiking the backcountry and riding lifts to enjoy epic powder and stunning terrain while coming as close to flying as they can while still (mostly) touching the ground. Skiing and snowboarding revives feelings of effortless joy that we all remember, if not from last week or last winter, then from our childhood. For some, it shows up as a simple turn in fresh powder. For others, it’s in taking flight off a 60-foot drop. For…
A Guide To Tele Gear, Better Face Shots and Another World By Josh Madsen It is the best turn on snow, the telemark turn that is. But maybe you haven’t figured that out yet. I’m sure you’ve seen those freeheelers dancing down the mountain in a sort of alternating lunging motion. To most it’s intriguing, yet for many the desire to try it is met with obstacles, like: Where do I find gear? Who will teach me? Is it difficult? The answers are simple, and you might find yourself on a set of telemark skis sooner than you expected.
By Jenny Willden Are you a first-timer ready to try your luck at rails, boxes and rollers? Or a seasoned park veteran looking to hone your skills? No matter which group you fit in to, Utah’s resorts offer a plethora of varying terrain park options so you can mix it up throughout the season.
Grab a buddy and explore Park City Mountain Resort on Saturday, February 12. As you visit checkpoints, ski and hike around the mountain, you’ll be tracked with a Flaik GPS and prizes will be awarded to top teams; including $2000 in Helly Hansen gear to the grand prize winners! Registration is $85 per two-person team, which includes Helly Hansen baselayers and two subscriptions to Powder magazine. Online registration closes on Wedensday, February 2, but day-of registration is also available for an increased cost. bigmountainbattle.com