Woodpeckers are known for drumming and drilling on trees, but these cut through the glades silently save only for man-made whoops piercing the forest. They have long, sticky tongues but the only thing long were the boards and they were remarkably lightweight and responsive. Those…
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Maidentrip is a peek into the world of young sailor, Laura Dekker. Her story is not new to most of us. The 14-year-old received tremendous media coverage when she first sought permission to cross the world by boat, alone. Beaten down by reporters who claimed…
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I recently had the chance to review a pair of Sperry Top-Sider’s new water shoe, the H20 Escape. At first glance, this shoe seems like it might be made for minimalist running, with its lightweight feel and thin fabric around the ankle. Although it doesn’t…
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As the hype surrounding the Sochi Olympics continues to build, a new documentary calls into question the dangers winter sports athletes face. We all know action sports can be dangerous, but no movie has ever covered the topic as thoroughly as The Crash Reel. Released early last…
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Many runners love taking their training outdoors, but also enjoy the benefits that a treadmill offers as far as measuring heart rate, time, pace, and so on. That’s why over the last few years, running watches have exploded on the market with great success. MIO’s…
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For the past two years, Union Binding Company has been working with Austrian pro snowboarder Gigi Rüf to create his dream binding. With an emphasis on strength and structure only where necessary, Union engineers designed a binding for Rüf to match his signature riding style. Union…
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There are so many awesome products for runners, but you might not be giving your sock choice much attention. Just as the right shoe helps protect your feet from the harsh conditions you run in, the right pair of socks can keep you warm and…
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When the temperature drops, it’s time to tighten up. Keeping warm and weatherproofed during blustery and wintry weather can make or break your time outside. Runners, cyclists, triathletes, hikers, climbers, skiers, and adventure racers all can use comfort, protection, and support from a high-performance tight in…
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Unlike most of the other solar chargers I’ve used in the past—resembling panels the size of small tablets—I was surprised this Bushnell solar charger arrived in a tube-like case. I reviewed the charger, the Bushnell PowerSync SolarWrap 400, and am happy to report that despite its…
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I’ve been hearing about Goal Zero products from some time now, both in my work in the outdoor industry and from family members who frequently depart on long mountain biking and hiking trips and are reliant on solar power to stay in touch with civilization.…
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