You may be surprised to learn that snowboarding has eclipsed skiing with participation almost equaling that of cross-country and alpine combined. Most users are under 30 and male. And there’s no denying the adrenaline rush it offers which probably explains the demographics behind the sport. But with the popularity of Olympic snowboarders like Chloe Kim, […]
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If you’re a snowboarder, you’re in good company. Nearly 8 million people participate in this activity which is almost as many as alpine and cross-country skiers combined. Aside from your snowboard, your helmet is the most important piece of gear you’ll buy. Think of it as life insurance. It’s an unfortunate fact that beginners have
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Staying fit is an important part of any active outdoor routine. You need to be able to have the strength and endurance that can propel you up mountains and help you lift your own weight onto a paddle board or over a cliff top. And building muscle is one of the building blocks to that
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Looking for an easy entry into snow sports that doesn’t involve you tumbling down the slopes in a tangle of skis and ski poles? Snowshoeing is the perfect option for the skittish snow sports enthusiasts (or the clumsy ones!). And there’s no better way to start then getting a good pair of snowshoes, the proper
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Are you daydreaming about how amazing it will feel to shred down the mountain once you get yourself a new snowboard and learn the basics? That’s good, because it DOES feel awesome! However, you can’t just buy a new snowboard and start down the mountain popping off anything you see. It takes some practice and lots
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Surfing in Europe is very different to surfing anywhere else in the world. There are hundreds of surf spots along the Atlantic Coast and most of them are beach breaks. The different countries and cultures that you come across make surfing in Europe so unique. In Europe, a ten minute drive across the border means
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Back in the day, Schwinn bikes were all you would see the kids riding in my neighborhood – including me! Even my dad had an old Schwinn mountain bike. But a lot has changed since the 1980s. So, that leaves the question – are Schwinn bikes still good? And more specifically, how are their mountain
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If you’re new to kayaking, or even if you’re not, there is a decent chance that you’re risking back injury each time you lift that kayak out of the water and off your vehicle. I know what you’re thinking, lifting one of these is a pretty simple and straightforward process. And yeah, that’s true if
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If you’re looking for a fun way to stay active outdoors and get in some great exercise, then mountain biking might be just what you’re looking for right now. And don’t be put off by the name – you don’t have to actually have a mountain nearby. In fact, you can find trails to ride
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With the weather getting cooler and the leaves starting to change, there’s never been a better time for a scenic bike ride to check out that awesome fall foliage. So, get the road bike or mountain bike out of the garage, put on that helmet and take your pick from one of the scenic bike rides
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Whether you’re going out paddling somewhere with a cooler climate, like Ireland, or doing some winter kayaking, you can still enjoy your time out on the water despite the lower temperature. The important thing to remember is that you need to be dressed warmly enough that you don’t get too cold while you’re out there.
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You don’t hear a lot about bike pumps because there honestly isn’t a lot of difference between most of the brands and models on the market. When you think about it, all you really need is something that can air up your bike tires when you need it. That basic need can be met by
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