Mountain bike cycling shoes feature design innovations that make them advantageous to wear during trail riding. Just as with specialty road bike shoes, mountain bike shoes are designed to help your feet stay in contact with the pedals and provide the support needed to turn out miles of cranking over various terrain. There are many different manufacturers of… read more
Newburgh, New York, is one hour north of New York City at the intersection of the New York State Thruway and Interstate 84. Situated where the Hudson River funnels out of fjord-like course between towering mountains into the quilt-like patterns of the middle Valley, Newburgh is convenient for seeing some of the best-loved sites in the United States: West P… read more
Whether you prefer rock climbing in the Cascades, saltwater kayaking in Puget Sound, windsurfing or cycling, Amtrak trains provide access to some of the best recreation areas in Washington. read more
You may use tires to get around, but you shouldn't underestimate the importance of your footwear. Your feet still get a lot of wear and tear from the thousands of pedal rotations they can endure in a single workout, and if these shoes aren't snug and properly suited for the type of cycling you are doing, you might open yourself up to an increased risk of bli… read more
Building stamina requires time and a diverse range of exercises. Endurance athletes train in cycles beginning with a low and ending with a peak at the time of competition. Those who wish to build stamina without training for an event can follow similar guidelines and work toward a peak before allowing the body to recover. Building stamina requires consistenc… read more
If you are a serious mountain biker or merely a weekend warrior, the odds are good that having the right seat for your needs can make the difference between enjoying your ride and looking forward to it with something a bit more like dr… read more
Getting a bicycle helmet that is comfortable, fits correctly and provides proper venting will ensure that you ride in safety each and every time you take to your bicycle. Because a helmet can only protect you if you're wearing it prope… read more
Reno, Nevada is well-known for an abundance of casinos and nightlife. However, its valley locale alongside the Sierra Nevada mountains, near the Nevada-California border, means that outdoor activities abound. Spend the daylight hours h… read more
Off-the-beaten path of Colorado's I-70, the treasures near and around Fairplay include hiking the Fourth of July Trail on Kenosha Pass, road biking up the Cottonwood Pass to Breckenridge, and whitewater rafting. Whether you are staying… read more
New York State's Hudson Valley follows the Hudson River from just above New York City all the way to Albany, the state capital. America's wealthiest families once prized this area as a summer home location. Today the Hudson Valley is a… read more
Take advantage of all historic Rome has to offer, whether it be sightseeing in a local tour, picnicking at one of Rome's nine parks, taking in a round of golf or a hike in the famous seven hills. Villa Borghese park offers numerous out… read more
The best bikes for teenagers will depend on the type of riding they want to do. There are bikes for cycling, mountain bikes, town bikes and freestyle bikes. For general riding, a mountain bike is ideal because it can handle the road as… read more
Marietta, Georgia is located 20 miles northwest of Atlanta, between two of Atlanta's widely visited outdoor recreation areas. The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area contains 48 miles of river in 16 different park units. The C… read more
Zimmerman, Minnesota, is 50 miles north of Minneapolis. The many lakes that surround Zimmerman were created when large glaciers receded during the end of the last ice age. These lakes now provide outdoor recreational opportunities. Boa… read more
Bicycle helmets are the one important piece of safety gear that all cyclists and mountain bikers should consider wearing. Since cycling and mountain biking are largely warm-weather sports, the helmet can look like an unattractive alter… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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