All too often, action sports focus way too much on guys. Whether it’s biking, climbing or snowboarding, the world’s attention locks its gaze on the dudes, while the much better looking ladies do their thing with limited support. But there are events out there that are just for the fairer sex, like the International...
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As Old Man Winter creeps in, the days are getting shorter and the nights longer. That means one thing for campers and hikers: more darkness to deal with. Chances are you already have a trusted light source in your pack, but it’s always a good idea to have a backup plan. Icon and Primus...
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Gooseberry Mesa is lousy with exceptional mountain biking trails. There are dozens of ways to make loop rides on any number of singletrack and slickrock sections to match your skill level. The Windmill Loop is one such popular ride that, while short, contains a little bit of everything you’d expect from biking on “The...
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Think of Utah slickrock, and Moab immediately springs to mind. But the fact is, some of the best slickrock mountain biking in the state can be found on Gooseberry Mesa, just outside Zion National Park. It’s no secret among the fat tire community that Gooseberry Mesa features some of the most awesome, if not legendary, mountain...
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If you’re going to name a shoe after the most feared of all snakes, it better be bad ass. TrekSta dared to invoke the name with their Kobra II GTX light hiking shoes. Packed with technology aimed to keep you dry and comfortable, the Kobras claim to be the “envy of light hikers everywhere.”...
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Hiking in the Uinta Mountains is like a craps game where you win on every roll. It seems that no matter where you decide to go, you will be rewarded with eye popping views of amazing Utah scenery. Packard Lake is just a short hike off of the Highline Trail and makes a worthy...
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Choosing a three season sleeping bag can be a daunting task. Size, fill material, weight, loft, and of course warmth are all factors you need to consider before making the big purchase. Sierra Designs is hoping to make the decision an easy one; their Pyro 15 sleeping bag is designed to please in every...
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Backpacking in the Uintas brings to mind an exploration of the mountain range’s most postcard-esque landscapes, requiring heavily-laden packs chock full of enough supplies to last a month outdoors. But sometimes you just want a quick getaway for the weekend, yet demand an escape from the crowds at established campsites. There are many small, remote lakes...
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Face it – not everyone has Chaco feet. It’s true, but some folks just don’t find Chaco sandals and shoes to be very comfortable due to the shape of their foot. I know this is a fact, because my wife is one of them. But Chaco has heard their cries, so they’ve designed new...
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There are two types of outdoor people – those who enter the woods to get away from modern technology, and those who can’t live without it. For people who fall in the latter category, being without their smart phones is equivalent to missing a limb, ghost pain and all. But gadgets require power, and...
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