Sports Guide Articles
Last August, I stumbled across the finish line of a 100k foot-race through the Wasatch mountains satisfied, but definitely depleted. The race director thrust a sweaty plastic bottle in my hands and told me, “Have a chocolate milk, it’s the…
The Ups and Downs of Relay Racing Photos by LeAnna Stewart, Jenny Willden, and Courtney Ruff “We have some bad news ladies. The company scheduled to provide the pampering during the race was unable to attend at the last…
Summer is every outdoor athlete’s favorite season… for the first two weeks or so. But when the temperature’s been stuck above 90 for weeks on end, running, climbing, and biking start to sound less appealing than an air-conditioned room and…
Kids + Camping Do Not Always Equal Crazy By Rebecca Petersen Child photography by Trisha Staley At some point you’ve wondered if, and when, you’ll ever get back to the days of throwing a sleeping bag and bike in the…
How R2ing Can Spice up Ordinary Whitewater By Chris Lawrence As we eagerly paddled our raft into the swift current of the dark, ominous canyon, we were unsure of what we’d find ahead. No question, the rapids would be huge…
By Roy Stevenson Why should distance runners run on trails? Well it’s as close as you’ll ever get to using the term “fun” while running. Within five minutes of starting your run on a forest trail, as the hum of…
Early Season Rides and Tuning Tips By Sean Zimmerman-Wall The winter of 2011-2012 hits the record books as one of Utah’s lowest recorded snow years. A sad year for skiers, but it’s a great one for avid cyclists who can…
Bike-friendly Patio Eateries By Jenny Willden Think jerseys and helmet hair are too casual for Salt Lake’s best patio dining? Think again! Reward your spandex-clad self after a tough ride with a tasty meal at these cycle-friendly restaurants. All are…
Heading out of town for your next run? Be it a 5K or half marathon, don’t end up at the startling line without your trusty running shoes. Use this race checklist to pack confidently so your biggest race-day worry is…
Ladies Edition It’s not too late to outfit yourself with the latest ski or snowboarding gear. In fact, if you love to shop on the cheap, now’s the best time to upgrade! Steep discounts will save a bundle, and you’ll…