Mountain bikers who are first starting out may be intimidated while riding on Moab slickrock for the first time. Luckily, the Bar M and Lazy EZ loops are just north of town and provide a place where beginners can earn their slickrock chops, ride some single track and dirt roads, and feel damn good about it. First, the…
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How to tune and hot wax a snowboard
Ready or not, here we go: the snow is flying and it’s time to shred! Just like you, your snowboard has been on summer vacation. It’s tempting to simply pull it out of the closet and strap in, but with just a little maintenance your ride will be exponentially better. Resist the urge to simply…
Utah students to compete at 4th Annual Intercollegiate Climbing Competition
Want to see some of the best bouldering athletes from around the state compete in a winner-take-all event? Now’s your chance as Utah students will converge on Westminster College in a fierce climbing competition to find out who is the “Best Boulderer” in the state. Schools from all over Utah will be represented at the…
Mountain biking Hurricane Rim Loop
Mountain bikers like loops. Something in a gearhead’s DNA must get them excited about being able to start and end a ride in the same place. Well, the Hurricane Rim Loop is a nice, long loop that tours a wide range of singletrack options in the area by combining three popular trails into a single…
Anser The Professor Performance Shirt review
Can a shirt be smart? Anser, a new outdoor gear company based in St. George, thinks so. That’s why they named their performance short sleeve t-shirt “The Professor.” The shirt definitely has a lot going for it, like anti-static threads, UPF protection and antimicrobial moisture control. But after wearing the shirt for the past few…
The Other Half Moab Half Marathon review
In my short running career, I’ve only run one half-marathon. But that single run has been one of the greatest running experiences of the year. The Other Half – Moab Half Marathon has it all – great support staff, generous swag, and a route that takes participants through some of the most scenic landscapes in…
Mountain biking Jacob’s Ladder
Jacob’s Ladder, located in Draper’s Corner Canyon, is a good trail option among the network of mountain biking and hiking routes in the area. Corner Canyon itself features short, before work out-and-backs, long loops, steep hill-climbs, technical descents, nice scenery, and links to other trails such as the Bonneville Shoreline. Although most bikers tend to…
Hiking Sunset Peak from Brighton
Brighton Resort- it’s not just about skiing and snowboarding up there. Well maintained trails, numerous mountain lakes and easily attainable summits make the ski area a prime destination for summer hiking. We told you how to get above 10,000′ in our trail reports for Mount Millicent and Wolverine, and the peaks just keep on coming….
Lorpen Tri-Layer Trail Light Socks review
Socks aren’t the most glamorous piece of gear in anyone’s arsenal, and most people (myself included) don’t think much about what they’re wearing inside their shoes. But the fact is that socks are an important part of any getup because keeping your feet comfortable can be the difference between a fun trip outdoors, and a miserable blister-fest….
Osprey Hornet 32 pack review
If you’ve spent any amount of time on the slopes or trails the past few seasons, chances are you’ve seen someone sporting an Osprey pack. There is good reason for Osprey’s growing popularity amongst us outdoors folks: function, style and innovation are built into every bag they sell. New to the lineup for 2011 is…