Shawna Newman 
Modern technology is not a prerequisite for successful navigation. The basic navigation skills are enough and essential to any survivalist or outdoorsman and especially people into sailing. Pinpointing true north is amongst the basic essential skills required by sailors, outdoorsmen, and survivalists. This skill is challenging in that a compass denotes magnetic north instead of true north, that … Read more
If you’re the sort of person who doesn’t let something like a little snow or cold weather keep them inside, then you might be ready to give winter mountain biking a try. Sure, it’s not for everyone and a lot of mountain bikers take up other winter sports like snowboarding, but you can still have … Read more
Achy feet, soggy socks, and maybe a hole here and there – at some point, we all have to get rid of our favorite pair of hiking boots and replace them with new ones. And if you’re like me, then you’re not really that stoked about replacing them since they’ve been on so many treks … Read more
Camping with the family has so much potential for fun, and that’s probably what you were thinking when you planned this trip. But now that it’s time to get things in action, all you can think about is the potential for disaster. It’s there, for sure, but it’s not inevitable. With some advanced planning and … Read more
Without a doubt, hiking is my number one favorite outdoor activity. But as a woman, it’s hard to find good resources on hiking boots to meet my trail needs. As you may have noticed, most articles and review round-ups focus on gear for guys, which makes it difficult for us ladies to know what’s worth … Read more
If you’ve always enjoyed cycling and don’t want to give it up just because you have kids, then you need to get a bike trailer to haul around those kiddos. This is the perfect solution for a family that wants to cycle together when there are little ones who can’t ride a bike, or who … Read more
If you’re trying to get in shape this summer, it’s time to leave the treadmill behind and head to the pool. Instead of running on a conveyor belt, you can make water aerobics your go-to exercise this season, helping tone and define your entire body while also staying cool. When you’re in the water, you … Read more
We love trail running as much as you do. It’s a great way to practice a variety of skill sets, including long-distance runs, inclines, and declines. It’s softer on the legs than surfaces like tracks and concrete, provides ample shade and, in many cases, provides a water source like a stream or lake to take … Read more
Whether you are just getting into road cycling as a beginner, or if you have been riding a road bike for a while, there are some good cheap options out there so that you do not have to spend a fortune on a quality road bike. Especially when online stores like Nashbar and REI offer … Read more
If you do a fair amount of car camping, then a camping table like this one from Timber Ridge might be just what you need for better camping meals. As you may already know, there are a variety of different options out there when it comes to camping tables – everything from something you can … Read more
If you have done your homework and chosen hardtail when it comes between the hardtail vs full suspension mtb style, then it’s time to start shopping for that new mountain bike. As a refresher, remember that this style gives you the more rigid traditional frame is without rear suspension so that you get all that … Read more
Though I haven’t seen a lot of them in the United States (yet), when I was in Europe it seemed like everyone was riding a folding bike. In fact, I can’t recall seeing anyone in Dublin on any other type of bike when I was there in December! After seeing so many people riding these, … Read more
While technology offers a lot of awesome and practical uses in the day-to-day mundanity of modern life, there comes a time when it is just too much. Think about it for moment. Think about how much of your day does not involve technology. Almost none, right? You wake up with the alarm on your phone, … Read more