The Freeriding Craze And Controversy: What Is All The Fuss?
Similar to the snow parks being built at ski resorts, bike trail managers have begun creating designated areas for kickers, bridges and obstacles. Not everyone is jumping for joy, but freeriding is here to stay.
Kurt Vonnegut & Phish: Tracing the Orbital Curves
Kurt Vonnegut’s contribution of Hook, Line & Sinker to The Greatest Album Covers That Never Were, portions of which are currently on display at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, inspired me to take a closer look at the relationship between Mr. Vonnegut and Phish.
Outdoor Venues: Glide’s Best Of The U.S.
As the warm months draw near, it’s that carefree time to enrich ourselves in an annual right of summer
Destination: New York Mountain Biking
Most people don’t speak of mountain biking and New York City in the same sentence, but those who know better, realize the big apple is smack in the middle of a geological convergence, with several of earth’s forces providing a variety of riding. With so much terrain to choose from, locals often regale an unfamiliar listener with tales of wrist-shaking downhills, technical body busters, and some of the sweetest single track on the entire east coast; and it’s all within one hour of Times Square.
Fall Hiking: Expect The Unexpected
A rapid fall in temperature, accompanied with sleet and a relentless climb made for a somewhat unsettling scenario, and we quickly found ourselves in the belly of an unforeseen weather front. After another mile of frigidly trekking on, we received some much needed encouragement in the form of smoke coming from a campfire settling over the relaxing terrain, and then briefly, the sleet stopped…or so it seemed.
Hot Hikes: Essential Summer Gear
The summer hiking season offers less gear requirements than the cold, winter months. And though you may need some of those same products you used this past winter, warm weather equipment can differ greatly in form. To help you hit the summer trail, we’ve compiled a list of common issues you may confront this season and products specifically designed to address them.
Bonnaroo 2003 Wrap-Up
Dispersed throughout the eclectic sets at the 2nd Annual Bonnaroo Music Festival held in Manchester, Tennessee, many artists attended intimate press conferences in order to answer media questions, express their various thoughts on the event, and offer general comments about the industry and specifically the ever-changing improvisational scene. There were many poignant moments, and equally as many humorous ones. Here is a collection of some of our favorites.
Mad River Glen: One Of A Kind
By offering some of the most legendary and intimidating ski terrain anywhere; Mad River Glen continues to go where no mountain has gone before.