Start training your toddler now, because the Strider Cup World Championship is coming to Salt Lake City. The dates were just announced – July 22nd at the Gallivan Center. Sign up for pre-registration at striderbikes.com/events, or sign up when registration officially opens in January. There are several Strider Cup races happening in 201 around the…
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Win a trip to Japan with Forsake and Geckos Adventures
Dream of visiting Japan? Well our friends at Forsake, along with Geckos Adventures, are giving away a 10-day trip to the Land of the Rising Sun. According to a press release, Forsake and Geckos will host the giveaway for one individual to win an all-expense paid 10-day trip, including roundtrip airfare to Japan (up to…
“Tracking the Wild Coomba” events coming to Utah
Doug Coombs has become a legend for the skiing tribe. Hell, he’s always been legend. But ever since his death while attempting to rescue a fellow skier in the Alps in 2006, the Coombs persona has grown to the point that, looking back at his life and accomplishments, he’s arguably the greatest skier of a…
Wasatch Brewery set to break shot-ski record in Park City
In the world of skiing, the shot ski is many things: apre’ tradition, a faster way to get you and your friends drunk, and even a rite of passage. But this month, the Wasatch Brewery will take the shot ski to the next level when they attempt to break the world record for the longest…
Enter to win #LEDBYLIGHT LED Lenser contest
Want to win an awesome headlamp? LED Lenser is coming up to the forefront of headlamp and flashlight technology, and is gaining a fanbase among outdoor enthusiasts around the world. They’ve launched a huge social campaign called, #LEDBYLIGHT, which highlights a “series of inspiring and authentic stories told by real LED LENSER users. They include…
Top Utah Outside Stories of the Year 2015
Oh what a year 2015 has been! The past 12 months have seen tremendous outdoor adventures and first-looks at new gear. But this is not about my personal favorites of the year, but rather what you, the reader, have chosen based entirely on page views. So here are the top 10 stories on UtahOutside.com, separated…
Outdoor Gear Holiday Gift Guide 2015
Scenario: the holidays are upon us and you don’t know what gift to get that backcountry skier, snowboarder, or overall outdoorsy person in your life. Gear is never a bad idea, in fact, we all love new gear, perhaps a little too much. So here are a few gear ideas to put under the tree…
Happy with crappy on Utah’s 2015 ski season opening weekend
Maybe I’m just used to a lack of snow after years of below-average snowfall in Utah, because opening weekend at Alta was spectacular. Sure, there was only a 25-inch base and only a few intermediate runs were open, but I didn’t care. I had the time of my life just cruising groomers under the Collins…
Outdoor gift ideas for Father’s Day
Father’s day is coming up fast, and if you haven’t yet found a gift for your outdoorsy dad, here are some cool and unusual ideas that we’re sure he will love. Leatherman Tread First up is a Leatherman… but not your grandpa’s old multi tool. This thing is on a whole other level – it’s…
Park City Brewery Utah’s first trailhead brewpub
Bikes and beer are two great things that go great together. Nothing is better than a cold brew after a long, hot day on the trail. That’s why I am so excited about the opening of the Park City Brewery, arguably Utah’s first trailhead brewpub. Of course there are breweries somewhat near trailheads, like the…