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prAna Seakissed Dress Womens
  DESCRIPTION   Bring on the beach days already, because we're heading there in this super cute summery dress. Or maybe we'll wear it to lunch in town. Come to think of it, it might just become our all day, everyday dress, no matter what's in store.   Lightweight, but with a lined...
Rossignol Resort Softshell Ski Pants Womens
  Description   Explore unrestricted. Made for ease of movement wherever you roam on the mountain, the women's Rossignol Resort Softshell Ski Pants have a sleek, form-fitting cut and four-way stretch build. The breathable, waterproof membrane keeps you dry so you can focus on holding your edge regardless of the weather.   Product...
Kari Traa Eva High Waist Capris Womens
  DESCRIPTION   The Kari Traa Eva High Waist Capri is our answer to winter athletes who get cold thighs and butts and want improved warmth. Premium down on the front and backs of legs add insulation, while stretch side panels ensure comfort and range of motion. Wear these capris under snow...
Rossignol Staci Ski Pant Womens
  DESCRIPTION   Fresh groomers or storm day aspen glades, every day on the mountain is different. The women's Rossignol Staci Ski Pants have a waterproof, breathable membrane that sheds stormy weather and lightweight insulation that provides extra warmth on the chairlift and while skiing. Built-in gaiters help seal out snow, and...
Indyeva Viajar II Short Womens
  DESCRIPTION   The Indyeva Viajar shorts are urban, active Bermudas with side adjustments that allow them to be worn in various ways.   PRODUCT DETAILS   Woven 2-way stretch Ottoman fabric wicks moisture, dries quickly and resists windWide elastic knit at waistRib-knit inserts at inseamBottom hem adjustment at sidesFront tonal reflective logoWoven logo...
Mountain Hardwear Mountain Stretch Short Tight Womens
  DESCRIPTION   The perfect pair for warm-weather cragging, bouldering, and gym sessions, the Mountain Stretch™ High Rise Short Tight is a moisture-managing master. This lightweight wicking tight features flattering athletic fit with a modern high-rise silhouette, as well as harness-compatible drop-in pockets. The tight's warp-knit fabric pulls moisture away from the...
Roxy Summit Technical Snow Bib Pants Womens
  Description   Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure with our ROXY Summit Technical Snow Bib Pants. Crafted from eco-conscious fabric with DryFlight® waterproof technology, these pants provide lightweight warmth and protection for all your snow adventures.   Product Details   Eco-Conscious Fabric: Recycled polyester elastane stretch plain weave face fabricRecycled polyester stretch softshell backing...
Obermeyer Jette Jacket Womens
  DESCRIPTION   Our fashion forward Jette jacket comes equipped with performance technology, making it the ideal entry point for ambitious skiers and snowboarders. Features like Full-Motion™ articulation, Thermore® 115 gm insulation, Skier Critical seam sealing, a Snap-Away™ water-resistant powder skirt, and more come together in the Jette Jacket. The Jette is...
Aventura Devon Dress Womens
  DESCRIPTION   Made from 100% organic cotton at a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, the Devon Dress is breezy and romantic while leaving a smaller footprint. Simple and sweet decorations include pintucks along the front and back bodice. The flutter sleeves embody summertime style and include a panel at the base that...
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Mountain Running in the Sierra Nevada
  One of the best parts of mountain running is when you get to walk. I’m not calling mountain running a gentle stroll, but generally, you’re not full-on, maxed-out sprinting hour after hour up an enormous rock pile. The running part is great, but the main draw is that rock pile and the ones around it. Just being, and moving, in...
Packrafting the Flathead River in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness
  Packrafting opened up a world of adventure for me. Being from the desert, the idea of hauling a raft deep into the wilderness was fairly novel. But when photographer Jacob Moon and his wife Natasha invited me to go packrafting on the South Fork of the Flathead, one of the world’s premier rivers, I couldn’t say no.      Photo by...
“Link Sar has Been Climbed”—American Team Makes First Ascent
  Photos courtesy of Graham Zimmerman   Eighteen years after his first attempt to reach the summit of Link Sar, prolific climber Steve Swenson finally stood atop the notoriously technical peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram. He was joined by alpinists Mark Richey, 61; expedition leader Graham Zimmerman, 33; and Chris Wright, 36. In an endeavor that was uncertain right to the last moment,...
A Guide to Thru
  Written by: McKenzie Barney   New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail is the world’s newest long-distance thru-hike. Stretching 3,000 km from Cape Reinga, at the top of the North Island, to Bluff, at the bottom of the South Island, the TA is defined by its challenging terrain, unpredictable weather and navigational obstacles, and just may be the toughest of the world’s major...
How to Hike the Oregon Coast Trail
  Words and Photos by Laura Lancaster      “I knew you were coming.”   I had been dreading this stretch of the Oregon Coast Trail that ran between Manzanita and Tillamook since we started weekend thru-hiking (or section-hiking) it in chunks back in 2017. Heading south from Tillamook, the OCT follows Highway 101—the main artery for the Oregon Coast—for over 10 miles...
North of 60: Three Incredible Hikes in the Yukon Territory
  Story and Images by Joe Yelverton Story and Images by Joe Yelverton   The Sprinter van is packed, travel mug’s full of coffee, playlist is ready. Only 10 hours to go till I arrive in the Yukon Territory.   Despite being a full-time Alaskan I always look forward to my time in the Yukon— “North of 60” as many Yukoners call it—referring...
Himalayas: Preparing for and Hiking at High Altitude
  I’ve joined friends and photographers, Dan and Janine Patitucci for a ten-day Himalayan adventure trek across the Gangotri Glacier organized by Ruck Sack Tours. This glacier is one of the main sources of the Ganges River, and one of the largest in the Himalaya. However, it is rapidly receding. We scramble over rock and rubble where ice once stretched to...
From Sea to Source: Misadventures & Camping on the Hudson River
  In August of 2019, my friend Kirk and I fulfilled a childhood dream, paddling the Hudson River from source to sea. Growing up, my friends and I would explore my small hometown and go as far as we could get before making it home for dinner. We would go paddling, swimming, cliff jumping, hiking and occasionally jump trains when they...
Glacier Peak—Skiing Washington’s Most Remote Volcano
  Words Photos by William Woodward      Volcano skiing is a well-honored pastime in Washington. While our most famous volcanoes live in plain sight, like Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker, Glacier Peak often remains hidden but for a few high points on public roads. The fifth volcano highest in the state, Glacier is second only to Mt. Rainier in climbing prominence,...
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Why is glute strength important?
  Broadly speaking, the main leg muscles used in triathlons are the gluteals (bum), quadriceps (front of the thigh), hamstrings (back of the thigh) and calf (lower leg).   The gluteals are used to extend your hip when running and walking. The quadriceps are a group of powerful muscles that extend the knee and help to flex the hip. The hamstrings extend...
Trochanteric bursitis: causes, symptoms and treatment
  Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), also known as lateral hip pain or trochanteric bursitis, is a common and painful condition which affects the outer side of the hip and thigh. It occurs when the tissues which lie over the outside of the hip bone (greater trochanter) become irritated.   The soft tissues that attach to the outside of the hip include...
How to use muscle contractions to aid injury recovery
  We all know how incredible the muscles in our body are and what they can allow us to do, but they can also be used to aid injury recovery. Here we look at how…   How can muscle contractions help us recover from injury?   Muscles are attached onto our bones by tendons, working together in pairs in a cyclical way. While...
How to waterproof a wound for swimming
  Swim regularly but got a wound and wondering if it’s safe to continue swimming? Here, doctor and Swim England clinical advisor Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi shares the answers and explains how to waterproof a wound for swimming.   Swimming is a great way to stay active and enjoy the water but it’s essential to take proper precautions when you have a wound...
How to stay injury-free before the start of race season
  The days are slowly getting longer and we're on our way into the business end of the season for triathlons.   This means lots of you would have started increasing your training to get ready for some of the first outdoor races in the UK. As training picks up, we commonly start to see more injuries such as:   Muscle strains   ITB...
What's the difference between non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids?
  Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a group of drugs that are used commonly to reduce pain and swelling. The most recognisable of these are ibuprofen, naproxen and diclofenac.   Ibuprofen and naproxen are everyday painkillers that can be purchased over the counter in any pharmacy. They can dampen down and help to alleviate the symptoms experienced during short-term bouts of pain,...
Knee osteoarthritis: what it is and how to manage it
  The diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis can be alarming for active people. Osteoarthritis is a term that tends to elicit fear and concern, as our association with the term overall tends to be a negative one.   We all know of someone (often elderly) who experiences pain and resultant functional constraints due to joint osteoarthritis (knee or hip).   However the diagnosis of...
Shin splints vs stress fracture: what's the difference?
  Shin splints and stress fractures are common injuries among athletes, especially endurance athletes. But how do you know which one you're suffering with? Here we explain the differences between the two, plus how to prevent and treat them.   Shin splints vs stress fractures: what's the difference?   A shin splint or medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is an inflammation of the...
What is jogger's nipple and how to prevent it?
  We've surely all experienced this during our exercising journey – the dreaded jogger's nipple. Thankfully, there are myriad ways to treat it and also, more importantly, prevent it. James Witts provides everything you need to know about this run-ruining condition…   What is jogger’s nipple?   Jogger’s nipple is the polite way to describe your nipples becoming sensitive and chafing after a...
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