Paul Johnson 
Mountain biking evokes images of fit people tackling rugged terrain, while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. It is true — mountain biking is a great way to get your workouts surrounded by nature. Contrary to its name, mountain biking is done in every area imaginable, and even some areas that are totally flat and quite urban. …
Is it time to buy a new pair of snow pants? Whether you ski, snowboard, snowshoe, or all of the above, it’s important to know what to look for in a good pair of snow pants. Here’s a rundown of what your snow pants should have, what makes women’s snow pants different from men’s, and …
Most of the time, one of the hardest (if not THE hardest) parts of camping is packing. It is then always essential to pack as much as you can as lightly as possible! One major item that often can be quite bulky when it comes to packing is food. In most situations, the food you …
Paddling – canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding – is a great way to get outside and explore. Unlike cycling or hiking, paddling lets you get on the water, and see nature in a way you otherwise wouldn’t. The perspective from the water is often so different than the perspective from land. Paddling has a huge …
When you envision camping, you probably envision a tent. A tent is one of the most basic elements of “roughing it” and sleeping outside, and a 4-person tent just might be the most versatile, all-around size of tent to own. One thing that you need when you go camping is a good tent that will …
The Yakima Roof Carrier is a perfect way to haul your gear on top of your vehicle. In our review, we’ll break down the most important features, benefits, and drawbacks of this carrier to give you a real feel of using it. For this review, we’ll be focusing on the Skybox 16. Skybox Carbonite 16 …
Roof top tents have actually been around for quite a while, but they hit the scene in a big way about 8 years ago as some passionate companies decided that it was time to make comfortable rooftop tents for the masses. We should all thank them. Rooftop tents, and rooftop camping, are a key part …
Set just to the west of Lake Tahoe, Bassi Falls has a spectacular 500 feet high waterfall, and the trails are challenging but worth it! This hike is extremely popular, and it’s just one of the many waterfalls in California. It’s a short and easy hike with plenty of picnic, swimming, and hangout spots for …
