Fitness

Stories about gettin’ your sweat on.

How to Get More Volunteers for Trail Maintenance

There are many trail users out there just looking for a chance to be useful and keep their favorite trails in top shape. Trail clubs and land managers should follow these steps to tap into them.

Inside My Head – Fear of Heights

May 8th, 2013

by WanderingJustin.

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Looking into the crater - for scale, note the people in the left side of the frame.

Whenever I travel, I can count on my fear of heights to rear up at least once per trip. Here’s what happens in my head when the exposure and consequences for error escalate.

Bike Gear I’ll Never Buy Again

Apr 29th, 2013

by WanderingJustin.

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The Specialized Comp shoe looks good, but has room for improvement.

Sometimes, I cross the fine line between brilliant bargain hunter and mere low-rent cheapskate. And it usually happens with mountain bike products. Here’s my list of stuff that’s burned me the worst.

Obstacle Course Races & Mud Runs – Why so Popular?

Apr 26th, 2013

by WanderingJustin.

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This is a photograph of the Funky Monkey obsta...

The Warrior Dash ignited a surge of interest in mud runs and obstacle course races – and not just for the super-fit. Now, there’s a gimmicky race nearly everywhere, every weekend. Why do you think they’re so popular?

Scottsdale’s New Mountain Biking Trails – First Impression

Apr 21st, 2013

by WanderingJustin.

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This pretty spot is, unfortunately, a dead end in the trails "redesigned" by the City of Scottsdale.

I take my first ride on new trails near Pima & Dynamite in Scottsdale. How did city workers do on this trail project? Read on to find out.

X-Fusion to Show New Sweep 27.5 Fork at Sea Otter Classic

Apr 16th, 2013

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The Sweep is the first dedicated 650B mountain bike fork from X-Fusion.

X-Fusion has a new fork set to debut at the Sea Otter Classic. Get a preview of what to expect from the up-and-coming mountain bike suspension company.

Arizona Mountain Bike News – Whiskey Woe, New High School MTB Team

Apr 11th, 2013

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Arizona is in the middle of some interesting mountain bike news – from the pro ranks right down to the new high school level.

Stand Up Paddle Board Trip – New On My “To Do” List

Apr 8th, 2013

by WanderingJustin.

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When I travel, I’m always on the lookout for something new to try. I have a new “to do” on my list: the stand up paddle board. Here’s what I’ve learned about a growing sport.