Weekend Outdoor Activities

If you’re looking for some fun to add to your summer cookouts and get togethers, then consider adding one of these weatherproof foosball tables to your deck or patio. These things are designed to take whatever Mother Nature dishes out. And they give you endless hours of fun, which makes one of these a great […]

Whether you are frugal or just up for adventure, there is something special about car camping. A lot of the time, it’s just convenient and in some places it is the best way to wake up to the most awe-inspiring surroundings. If you’ve ever visited Yosemite, then you know that car camping beats staying outside the

Perhaps you’re an expert skier and want to try snowboarding for the first time or maybe you’ve never done either and want to know which you should try first. While skiing and snowboarding share some similarities they also have many distinctions. In this article we’ll compare and contrast these two popular winter pastimes. Skiing and

You’ve just purchased a new snowboard and while board maintenance may not be foremost in your mind, it won’t be long before you’ll need to consider it. New boards are pre-waxed. So, although you won’t need to wax your board right away, keep in mind that waxing is a beneficial habit you’ll definitely want to

For snowboard enthusiasts no maintenance task is too mundane. By cleaning, waxing and repairing your board you’ll save money and have a greater appreciation for your board’s performance. All that’s necessary is a little equipment and some basic knowledge to keep your board in running order. Even if this is all new to you, with

Becoming a skilled snowboarder takes time, practice and patience. If you consider learning to snowboard a progression, you’ll appreciate not only the skills you’re learning but also your time on the mountain. Your goal should be having fun. With that in mind we’ve provided some tips for those just beginning their snowboarding adventure. Are you

Summer is the best time to enjoy water sports with your spouse or partner. There are so many options for you. If you’re through with hiking or mountain climbing, water activities offer the perfect relief. And for most of these, you don’t even need any experience. So, grab your partner and get ready to hit

Most of us who are active think that we have a pretty good grasp on the whole walking thing, right? And sure, doing a simple hike in a local park might not require a good walking stick, but for serious treks you should consider getting yourself some good trekking poles. These are not just for

When you’re spending quality time on the basketball court, the last thing you wanna be doing is standing around checking out the scenery. And since most courts are wedged between city buildings, you’re really not missing out on much. But there are a few basketball courts scattered across the world that boast some amazing views. These

For as long as I can remember, playing basketball has been one of my favorite ways to spend time outside. And my last fitness center has an indoor court that I spent a lot of time on, especially during those long, cold winter months. If you’re into basketball like me, then you already know how

If you are shopping for a good stand up paddle board or already own one, then you might end up with one of those cheap paddles that come with the iSUP sets, like the Tower Adventurer set. While I think that those paddles are completely functional and worth using out in the water, the truth

If you enjoy getting out on the water and doing a bit of stand up paddle boarding, you do not have to restrict yourself to the traditional rigid SUPs. For a lot of paddlers having the necessary space to store a full-size solid board is a real problem, especially when you consider that the longer