Weekend Outdoor Activities

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

If you have seen my list of the best inflatable stand up paddle boards for beginners, then you already know that I am a big fan of the iSUP sets that come with a paddle and pump. And I make no secret just how much I love the iSUP sets. Of course, in my opinion all

Last month, I happened to be visiting Scotland when the World Highland Games Heavy Events Championships were scheduled to take place in the small town of Dunfermline, which is located about a half hour train ride from Edinburgh. Until then, I’d never heard of the Highland Games but since it took place on a weekend

If you are taking my advice and spending some of the summer out on the water trying a little stand up paddle board action, then you already know what great fun this is. Of course, if you are still renting your gear from a local SUP gear shop, then you are kind of flushing money

When you are taller than the average person, finding a good road bike frame that fits your height can be a bit of a challenge. And a proper fit is of the utmost importance, otherwise you do not get a very comfortable ride. So, if you’re a tall guy or gal, what do you do

If you are heading to the beach or the lake this summer, then skip the kayak, jet ski or other water sport activity and set your sights on stand up paddle boarding or SUP. The cool thing about SUP is that pretty much anyone can do it – even kids! It usually only takes an

Do the tops of your hands get burned when you are driving, hiking, golfing, cycling or just outside when it is bright and sunny? If so, you are not alone. For me, those UV rays from the scorching hot summer sun really do a number on the tops of my hands and my wrists when

There is nothing quite as fun as gathering up your family or your friends for a good old fashioned summer road trip. Sure, things like sitting in traffic due to all the summer road construction zones can put a damper on things at the moment, but the trip itself is still usually very rewarding. For