First things first. A “fixie” is short for a fixed gear bicycle, which in turn is a slang term for bikes with one gear fixed to the back wheel. This means that while biking, you are not able to coast, and need to keep pedaling…
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Getting up early isn’t complicated, even though the myth that being an early bird is difficult is a part of all our lives. Look back and ask yourself if you ever find it easy to get out of bed in the morning. Most likely, you…
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This upcoming winter, don’t leave your dog at home while you venture out on an outdoor adventure. While you may be concerned that the weather will be too much for your furry friend to handle, winter can actually be a great time to hike with…
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The amount of waterproof jackets on the market is almost overwhelming, and they all claim to keep you dry and comfortable while outdoors. So, how do you choose the best waterproof jacket for you? Some things that you need to take into consideration are construction,…
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Most of us don’t have time in our busy schedules to fit in a run in the middle of the day, which means it’s usually squeezed in before or after work. The bad thing is when daylight hours are shorter you typically end up running…
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Winter is a great time to be outdoors, as there are loads of options for a fantastic winter adventure. However, winter in the backcountry can be very dangerous if you don’t know what you might be getting yourself into. One of the most important things…
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This won’t be the first time you’ve heard of meditation. It’s everywhere these days, thanks to the multitude of scientific studies that have come out in recent years providing evidence of the benefits it offers. But how does meditation impact physical performance? Well, according to…
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If you’re looking to be more active, training for a specific race or you have a particular goal in mind, a fitness watch can help. The best fitness watches can assist you in closely monitoring your training and activity by tracking your heart rate, mapping…
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No packing your bags, no passport, no plane ticket needed. You can now experience diving the Great Barrier Reef without going to Australia, with the use of virtual technology (VR). In partnership with the BBC, Netflix, Twitter, and Google, the Australian nonprofit company New Horizon…
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A lonely bus sits in the remote Alaskan wilderness, with the faint words ‘Fairbanks City Transit System’ on its side. This is the place where, in 1992, young hiker Chris McCandless lost his life. A story told in the film “Into the Wild.” The movie…
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