Author: Outdoor Sports Guide Magazine

Tips for Choosing New Running Gear Whether you’re a running veteran or someone who is just starting out, you should always have the proper running gear. Unlike other forms of training, there’s no need to go all out and have a bunch of fancy gear. That’s not what makes someone a good runner. However, it’s important to stay safe, and having the right running gear helps ensure that. Here are five tips for choosing your new running gear. 1. Find the Right Shoe No runner is complete without a pair of high-quality running shoes. You can throw on any pair…

By Ben Montgomery As cold and flu season approaches, so does the season of illness prevention. From getting flu shots to adding a little extra Vitamin C to our diets, prevention often becomes a focus at this time of year for those concerned with getting sick, missing work and/or school, and optimizing their holiday joy. It’s based on this mindset that medical professionals like Logan physical therapist Greg Schroeder get some version of this question: Can exercise boost my immune system? According to Schroeder, the answer is broader than the question itself. “In general, healthy living is the true key…

Winter 2019 Digital Issue ← Click here for the issue Read the digital version of Outdoor Sports Guide Winter 2019 magazine on any device. You can also pick up your print issue for FREE at any of our participating locations. Starting Line Editor’s Note, Winter Events Resort Report What’s New at Utah Ski Resorts By Jenny Willden Feature Where to Ski When You’re Not Skiing Utah 4 Destinations to Visit This Winter By Jenny Willden Utah Made Your Utah Winter Event Bucket List 10 Things to Do When the Temperature Drops By Heather C. Hamblin Trailsides 5 Ways to Winter…

By Melissa McGibbon and Jenny Willden Each year, the editors at Outdoor Sports Guide seek out the best gear for bikers, hikers, travelers, rock climbers, and even your little ones to compile into one big gift guide. This edition features 49 good-to-gift items for every adventurer on your list. Outdoor Kids Fuel your little’s love for the outdoors with a pint-sized backpack, cute boots, and a cozy blanket. The Gear Fitness Fanatic Whether you’re gifting a gym-goer or outdoor runner, these picks are perfect for getting your sweat on. The Gear Bike Believers Ride all winter long with these gift…

Resort Report – Winter 2019 With the 2019-20 Utah ski season just underway, it’s time to catch up on all the resort updates and get stoked to hit the slopes. From new eateries to expanded snowmaking, Utah’s ski resorts only get better with age. Find details on Utah resort holiday events at sportsguidemag.com

Fuel your little’s love for the outdoors with a pint-sized backpack, cute boots, and a cozy blanket. Return back to the Gift Guide Deuter Kids Pico Pack Backed by a lifetime no-questions-asked repair policy—you’re welcome, parents. Built with PFC-free fabric and a semi-circular zipper that’s easy for kids to use. $30 Hydroflask 12oz Food Flask & 8L Lunch Tote Up your kid’s lunch game with this lightweight tote that keeps contents cold for 4+ hours. Pair with the Food Flask so they can enjoy hot soup or fro-yo too. $44 + $29 Coalatree Puffy Kachula Blanket Littles love transforming this blanket into a…

Whether you’re gifting a gym-goer or outdoor runner, these picks are perfect for getting your sweat on. Return back to the Gift Guide Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beer For Dry January-ers who love craft beer, get these booze-free brews boasting organic malts and seriously great flavors. $13 Kudos Medal Coaster Need a gift for a racing addict? Get these customizable coasters that give athletes a place to proudly display their hard-earned medals, instead of shoving them in drawer. $20 Icebreaker Men’s Anatomica Boxers + Women’s Siren Hipkini +Meld Zone Long Sport Bra Don’t underestimate the value of high-performance underwear, especially when it’s…

Swap grocery store candy with bitty lanterns, healthy energy bars, compact first aid kits, and natural body washes to fill your stockings this season. Return back to the Gift Guide Kate’s Real Food Bars Hand-rolled and made with wholesome ingredients from responsible, organic farms, these Wyoming-made bars are so tasty you’ll want to buy them by the dozen. $3 per bar Adventure Medical Kits Adventure First Aid Tin Stuff a stocking with this bitty kit that treat cuts, scrapes, insect bites, and blisters. A perfect addition to any hiking backpack. $8.50 Juniper Ridge Christmas Fir Body Wash Bring the outdoors…

From hiking day to après, these outfits will take your guy everywhere outdoors. Return back to the Gift Guide Danner Trail 2650 GTX Mid Grip snowy trails and keep your toes dry in these waterproof hiking shoes that are just tall enough to keep snow out. Trailguard platform promotes balance on uneven trails. $180 Eddie Bauer IgniteLite Reversible Jacket They had us at reversible, but this jacket also uses moisture-shedding StormRepel and has an active athletic fit for exertion in the cold. $119 Stio Men’s Eddy LS Shirt Is there anything better than a classic pearl-snap plaid shirt? This one’s…

Ladies will love wearing these jackets, pants, and dresses from their favorite outdoor apparel brands. Return back to the Gift Guide prAna Sonatina Dress The overlapping panels and contrasting rib knit of this organic cotton dress give it a flattering fit. Wear with boots, booties, or flip flops—you do you. $99 Title Nine Valkyrie Pants Meet your new I’ll do what I want pants. These mid-rise, fixed waist pants have a drawstring cord, two handwarmer pockets, two zippered leg pockets, and go with everything. $119 Toad&Co Cruiser Cord Skinny Pants Corduroy is back! But these organic cotton beauties are softer…