Author: Outdoor Sports Guide Magazine

Pro cyclists travel from around the world to compete in the Tour de Utah, but even if you’re not a pro, you can get in on the action at The Ultimate Challenge, America’s toughest one-day amateur cycling adventure. Racers ride the same mountainous course as the professionals with over 10,000 feet of elevation gain. If you’re not game for the Full course, sign up for the Short or Half. There’s an option to increase your distance later if training goes well! Held Saturday, August 8, 2015 on the same day and location of Stage 6 of Tour de Utah. All…

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Mountain bikers test their might against Canyons’ singletrack trails and Bike Park at this endure cup racing event on August 15 in Park City. The event showcases Canyons’ stunning scenery and unique trails in a competition that riders and spectators will enjoy. Race entry includes timing and post-race BBQ. Get registered today as events sell out! endurocupmtb.com

Demo next year’s bikes on Moab’s world-class roads and trails at this mountain biking gear-testing event from October 1–4. Guided rides and clinics with your own bike are scheduled for October 1 with shuttled bike demo rides and afterparties from October 2–4. Rides available for beginner and advanced riders. Lunches and skill clinics included with ticket price. outerbike.com 

Choose your own distance at this trail race weekend at Park City Mountain Resort from September 26–27. 50-mile, 50K, Marathon, and Marathon Relay offered on Saturday. Half marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids’ Run on Sunday. All races followed Finish Line Festival at PCMR featuring music, refreshments, and food. A true family event, the Finish Line Festival will also offer free samples, product trials, demonstrations, and raffle prizes from The North Face, GORE-TEX, SmartWool, Clif Bar, and more. thenorthface.com/en_US/endurance-challenge

Returning for its seventh year, Park City’s annual celebration of wine, food, and outdoor adventures is slated for July 8–12 with new events and old favorites on the schedule. Don’t miss the revamped Friday Night Stroll on Park City Main Street with food and drinks samples at participating shops and restaurants and a new after party. Or pair food and spirits with outdoor recreation at seminars for mountain bikers, road cyclists, stand-up paddleboarders, yogis, and hikers. New this year is Vino & Vinyasa, a guided yoga practice followed by lunch at the Montage. A returning favorite is the Hair of…

Make the drive to Winter Park to watch the world’s best mountain bikers battle it out for prizes and bragging rights at this event from July 23–26. The 4-day festival features slopestyle, Enduro World Series racing, air downhill, and cross-country biking. But the Fest isn’t only for pros! Bike demos are available in the Festivillage for everyone, and you can take downhill mountain biking lessons from Winter Park instructors. New this year is a kid’s area featuring a bike parade, Adventure Zone for 5 and under riders, and a pump track for kids 6–12. coloradofreeridefestival.com

Watch live performances by Death Cab for Cutie, Tune-Yards, The Kills, and more acts at Salt Lake’s ever-growing outdoor summer concert series in Pioneer Park. Concerts take place every Thursday evening in July and August this season beginning on July 16. Season passes are $30 or admission is just $5 a show. Arrive early to avoid long security lines, shop the Twilight Market, and purchase meals from food trucks. twilightconcertseries.com

The state’s largest outdoor multi-disciplinary arts event returns June 25–28 at Library Square in Salt Lake City. View and purchase unique works from talented artists, enjoy delicious ethnic cuisine, and watch live music and dance performances. Bike to the fest to save $2 on admission, plus they’ll store your bike in a secure area. This year the Color Me Rad 5K, a Utah Arts Fest partner, will move from downtown to the State Fair Park with the date changed to Saturday, May 23. Save 10% on registration with discount code ARTSLIVEHERE. uaf.org

Kick off summer with a road trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for their huge three-day outdoor recreation festival June 19–21 featuring mountain biking, bouldering, trail running, paragliding, and SUPing. Spectators and participants take in the free concerts, product demos, clinics, and kids’ competitions on Sunday. Register and get more information online.