The brand Patagonia is synonymous with hardcore rock climbing and mountaineering, but whenever I get a catalog in the mail, my attention is usually drawn to the relaxed, leisure side of Patagonia. They make hanging out riverside, on the beach, or drinking a beer on the back porch look like an outdoor sport in...
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For years we’ve intended on featuring fly fishing articles on UtahOutside.com, but it’s been a challenge to find writers who not only write, but are avid fly fishermen (or women) in Utah. So it’s with great relish that we bring you this week’s Friday Video, titled “Fly Fishing the Weber River.” This clip comes...
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Every year, when we visit the Klymit booth at Outdoor Retailer, they have something new that wows us. The innovations from the boys in Ogden just keep on coming, and that’s true this year as they unveiled the new Insulated Static V camping pad and Litewater Dingy (LWD). First Klymit took the light weight,...
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It’s that time of year again, when Christmas is almost here, and you haven’t found that perfect gift for the outdoor gear lover in your life. Your gnarly friend or family member is surely in need of something awesome, or perhaps you’re shopping for your loved ones and can’t figure out what to buy....
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Mountain Khakis has a reputation of making great casual yet durable pants and shirts for years now, but this company from Jackson, Wyoming has recently made a big push into technical performance wear as well. The new Granite Creek shirt is one such item that should appeal to hikers, backpackers and fly fishermen alike...
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It’s a perfect day on the trail: blue skies with warm temperatures, and not a cloud in the sky. You’re hammering out the miles; only three more until you hit camp for the night. Your shoulders feel good, your feet don’t ache and your back is not a sweaty, uncomfortable mess. Everything you need...
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The Geezer Wall, located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, is a fairly new area bolted about three years ago. The climbs are custom made for the beginner and intermediate climber. The story goes that a few friends got together after work to bolt all the routes, with the intention of creating a space where the...
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Think there’s no mountain biking on the Salt Lake Valley floor? Think again. Germania Park in Murray is the only place we know of that offers singletrack in the middle of the city. Okay, so we use the term “mountain biking” loosely here, but if you need a quick fix close to home, then...
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Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and moms across the country will be getting flowers, cards and a ton of chocolates. But active moms probably would rather go on a hike than eat a giant brunch and snarf fudge. So for your outdoorsy mom, why not give her a box of chocolates, CLIF Bar style?...
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Suunto has long been a brand that makes high-quality, precision technical watches for training, diving and outdoor sports, but one thing has always been lacking in their watches which their competitors have had for years – GPS. Well, that’s all about to change as Suunto listened to its customers’ demand and launched the new...
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