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  • Five Ten Climbing Shoes Review

    The 5.10 Escalante weighs in at 10.4 ounces in a men's size 9, making it a little on the heavy side. The price is moderate -- a little more than $100 new -- but since this model is no longer produced, you're likely to find them on sale for a lot less at your local climbing gym, through closeouts from gear manufacturers and on eBay. Even though you can't buy… read more

  • The Best Climbing Shoes

    Designed for performance and not necessarily comfort, rock climbing shoes are the most crucial piece of equipment you need for any type of climbing. Whether you are working a route at your local climbing gym or spending the day bouldering, having a pair of shoes that fit snug on your feet while providing reliable traction is essential. As the sport continues… read more

  • The Best Shoes for Climbing

    Rock climbing shoes are an essential part of any rock climber's arsenal. Characterized by an extremely snug fit and sharp-edged soles made of soft, sticky rubber, climbing shoes are designed to stick to rock and find purchase on any protrusion or indentation that can be found in a rock face. They vary in size and shape depending on the company and the type o… read more

  • Indoor Rock Climbing Shoes vs. Outdoor Rock Climbing Shoes

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  • Top Mountain Bike Shoes

    While some of the best mountain bike shoes blend on- and off-road elements seamlessly, others completely eschew road shoe elements in favor of shock absorption and protection. Most mountain biking shoes are built to take elements of road cycling, such as light weight and efficient power transfer, off the road and onto the single track, and others feature sof… read more

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  • Gear You Need to Start Rock Climbing

    Rock climbing is a sport enjoyed by people around the world. This is a sport more reliant than most upon the quality and precision of its required equipment. One of the greatest improvements to the sport has been the development gear t… read more

  • Running Fitness Tips

    Running is a great way to get and stay fit. Many people mistakenly believe that they cannot run. This feeling is often the result of common mistakes that beginning runners make. By avoiding these mistakes, and taking your time, you may… read more

  • Features of Mountain Bike Cycling Shoes

    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… read more

  • Types of Mountain Bike Shoes

    Mountain bike shoes can really improve your mountain biking performance. While it is certainly possible to ride a bike with sneakers or hikers, mountain bike shoes will improve your riding experience, regardless of your style or abilit… read more

  • How to Run to Burn Fat

    Back in the 1970s, LSD was popular amongst fitness enthusiasts. In case you're too young to remember the 70s, in this case, LSD stands for Long Slow Distance; not the hallucinatory drug developed by Timothy Leary. Back then, it was be… read more

  • How to Buy Climbing Shoes

    Climbing shoes are an integral part of the sport of rock climbing. Much like running shoes help the runner perform better, climbing shoes help the climber perform with more precision. Equipped with "sticky rubber" that helps your feet… read more

  • The Best Light Hiking Boots

    New technology and increased use of synthetic materials have produced ever-lighter hiking boots that are perfect for those looking to keep it light on the trail. Of course, lightweight boots come with a few sacrifices, most notably a d… read more

  • Exercise by Walking

    Walking for physical exercise has numerous benefits. A natural activity suitable for people of all ages, walking is also one of the easiest exercises to maintain while camping or exploring the great outdoors. According to the American… read more

  • Vegan Restaurants in Central London

    There is no better way to get around Central London than by bike; after all, traffic can be hectic, and biking cuts travel time in half. You're sure to work up an appetite, so why not have some cholesterol-free food to fuel you? Work a… read more

  • Climbing Shoes for Kids

    In 2010, the price for a pair of new climbing shoes ranged from about $35 to $150. This relatively high cost, coupled with a youngster's rapid growth, can make spending money on a pair of kids' climbing shoes difficult to justify. Howe… read more

  • The Best Bike Shoes

    Bike shoes can make or break a cyclist's ride--the right ones optimize a rider's comfort and performance, the wrong ones will leave a cyclist frustrated and pained. Bike shoes are designed to transfer power effectively, while keeping t… read more

  • How to Work a Scud Fly on Your Fishing Line

    A scud fly imitates the behavior of the scud mayfly. Fishing with a scud requires fishing close to underwater rocks. You must mimic the behavior of scuds, which do not roam far from the protective shelter of a bed of rocks. Naturally f… read more

  • Cycling Shoes for Women

    Cycling shoes are designed to be slim, lightweight and streamlined to help the cyclist perform at her very best. Cycling shoes vary slightly be color and design, but the greatest differences are in the type of material used to build th… read more

  • Rock Climbing for Kids

    Rock climbing offers kids a chance to build strength and self-esteem. Climbing combines teamwork with self-reliance and physical challenge with mental focus. With the right gear and places to learn, kids can climb safely and with confi… read more

  • How to Fix an Abu Garcia Reel

    Abu Garcia is a maker of fishing reels, rods, tackle and gear. Spinning, baitcasting, saltwater and fly casting reels are all made by Abu Garcia. Like any piece of mechanical gear, reels break down over time and need repair or basic ma… 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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