Extra Green Gear
Photos by Jonathan Cracroft We found so much cool green gear that we couldn’t fit it all in the magazine! Here are a few additional eco-friendly favorites. Women Gramicci Lulu Shirt A great summer jacket with ¾ sleeves, a zip…
Fueling Up: Energy Bars in the Common Era
The first version of energy bars dates back to 1869 with Kendal Mint Cakes. These “cakes” provided compact nutrition and traveled well. So well, in fact, that they were provided for the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914–1917 led by Sir…
Gear Guide Early Summer 2011
MEN 1. Petzl Tikka XP 2 Core Headlamp Bright, customizable with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with the lifespan of 900 AAA batteries. This lamp effectively reduces planetary waste and saving your hard-earned cash for more fun purchases. Free computer software…
Splendor in the Cracks
The Best Crack Climbing Destinations Within 5 Hours Photo by Ritchie Espenilla Crack is addictive. At some point most climbers will try it. At first, of course, it is mere curiosity. It seems innocent enough, and hey, all your friends…
Resort Report – Early Summer 2011
Brian Head Access 200 miles of scenic mountain bike trails this summer with Brian Head’s combined chairlift and shuttle services. To reach major area trailheads, use the weekend Sky Lift service, or stay and ride in the Mountain Bike Park.…
Green Getaways for the Adventurous Traveler
If you need more from your vacation than a beach and a fruity umbrella drink, embark on an unforgettable eco-adventure on one of these three trips. But don’t think the Wild West is the only place for such an experience,…
Injury Prevention Techniques
An advantage of living in Utah is the opportunity to experience every season and enjoy different outdoor activities during each one. When spring and summer roll around, the average weekend warrior tends to increase their activity level. Here are a…
Mud, Guts and Gears:
A Look at the Intermountain Cup By Sean Zimmerman-Wall Since the late 1980s, mountain biking has gained traction with the adventurous crowd and more people have been taking up the sport in an effort to quench their thirst for adrenaline.…
What’s Hot: Primitive Skills Classes
Night is closing in at the end of our third day on the trail. We haven’t eaten since early this morning, and all we have for dinner is a few handfuls of mushrooms and tubers we’ve gathered along the way.…