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Expert’s Picks: Mountain

  • Mountain Climbing Gear

    With few exceptions, mountain climbing gear can be separated into three categories: protective gear, essential gear and accessories. Protective gear keeps you safe while you are climbing the mountain. Its function is specifically to prevent injury from falling debris and sharp rock outcroppings. Essential gear is designed to get you up the mountain; as such… read more

  • Mountain Bike Seats

    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 dread. Mountain biking is the one sport that guarantees bumpy roads and sometimes bone jarring impact, but the right seat can p… read more

  • About Mountain Boards

    Imagine skateboarding down a mountain, or snowboarding without the snow, and you begin to have an idea what mountain boarding is all about. A burgeoning sport, mountain boarding is a great way of "surfing" a mountain when the snows are gone. read more

  • Secluded Cabins in the Smoky Mountains With a Mountain View

    Much has been written about the Great Smoky Mountains in eastern Tennessee, on the border with North Carolina. With its beautiful rolling waves of trees and deep valleys to captivate the eye, many flock from around the world to see these natural wonders and its diversity of plants and animals. Even with a wide array of bicycling, camping, hiking and horsebac… read more

  • Huffy Mountain Bike Vs. Mongoose Mountain Bike

    Huffy has been the No. 1-selling bike brand in the United States for over 30 years and focuses on a wide variety of affordable bikes for all ages. Mongoose focuses on bicycle performance. read more

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  • Facts About the Walt Disney World Water Parks

    For decades, Disney has delighted the senses of children and adults. As they progressed--expanding into a world-wide sensation--Disney opened two water theme parks in Florida. The first, Typhoon Lagoon, opened in 1989. A few years late… read more

  • Clothing for Mountain Biking

    Mountain biking clothes are designed to make the sport of mountain biking as cool and comfortable as possible. As mountain biking has expanded, clothing has evolved to meet the changing demands, and there's now a range of options to me… read more

  • Utah Mountain Biking

    The state of Utah offers some of the most diverse mountain biking in the world. From the famous Slickrock Trail in Moab to the Wasatch Crest Trail connecting Salt Lake City and Park City, every section of the state offers a distinct m… read more

  • How to Join Mountain Rescue

    Mountain rescue groups rely heavily on volunteers, and are always happy to have more people join their ranks. But prospective mountain rescue volunteers first must master all the required search-and-rescue skills,and supply most of the… read more

  • What is a Hardtail Mountain Bike?

    When shopping for a mountain bike, it's always helpful to understand the different options on the market and the pros and cons of each. Hardtail bikes are one of the standard styles of mountain bikes and are preferred by many riders. read more

  • Types of Mountain Bikes

    For those who've never done it, the term mountain biking creates an image of one single activity. However, there are many disciplines within mountain biking, and each requires specific equipment. Getting the right bike is one of the mo… read more

  • Mountain Bicycle Review

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  • How to Measure a Mountain Bike

    A properly fitted mountain bike is a comfortable mountain bike that you will enjoy riding for hours. Measuring a bike to fit the rider only takes a few minutes, but makes all the difference in purchasing and adjusting a bicycle that wi… read more

  • Mountain Destination Weddings

    Mountains can provide a spectacular backdrop to your wedding. Popular mountain destination wedding locations in the United States include the Rocky Mountains, the Sierra Nevada, the Appalachian Mountains and the Grand Teton regions. If… read more

  • Sugarloaf Mountain Facts

    Sugarloaf Mountain ski resort in Maine boasts beautiful views, wild mountain snow and New England charm. When you are ready to hit the slopes in the east, Sugarloaf Mountain offers visitors amazing winter time opportunities and fun. read more

  • How to Build a Mountain Board

    You can build a mountain board either by buying a kit (begin at Step 4) or by modifying a skateboard. With its large wheels and high trucks, a mountain board is built for speeding down extreme terrains when the lack of snow cover rules… read more

  • Boyne Mountain Hotels

    With more than 4,000 acres available for hikes, 111 ski slopes, eight challenging golf courses and the largest indoor waterpark in Michigan, a Boyne Mountain vacation is ideal for active families and outdoor enthusiasts. A variety of a… read more

  • About Smith Mountain Lake

    Smith Mountain Lake is a 20,600 acre, 40 mile long lake in Virginia with 500 miles of shoreline surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is Virginia's most popular lake and offers visitors many recreational opportunities including fi… read more

  • Mountain Bikes for Kids

    To share the fun of off-road biking with your child, choose the right kid's mountain bike. Mountain bikes feature full-suspension (with shock absorbers in the front and rear) or front suspension only, known as "hardtail." Hardtail bike… read more

  • Information on Table Mountain

    If you're in downtown Cape Town, South Africa, you're in the shadow of Table Mountain--and you have doubtless wondered what wonders that formidable lump of rock has in store. You're in luck. That 15-minute drive to the foot of Table Mo… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    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...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    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...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    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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