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March 27, 2016

Sunday Funday with Spencer Graf

  Sunday might just be the best day of the week. All the chores are done, drinking booze with breakfast is acceptable (thanks brunch!), and the call of the trails is strong. Ride along with ripper Spencer Graf has he puts on his Sunday best. Source: NSMB

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March 23, 2016

Easy hikes in Vancouver that take you deep into nature

Has all this smoke from recent B.C. wildfires got you craving nature but unwilling to waste a grueling hike on an obscured view? It’s tough to stay motivated to climb a mountain when the risk is missing a spectacular view that’s supposed to greet you at the top.

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March 20, 2016

Say NO to FOMO with the Insider's Guide to WSSF 2016

Left: Some would argue spring is the best time for riding and skiing. Right: Local DJ duo SkiiTour will be spinning at the fest. Sure, sure. The term FOMO (fear of missing out) has been around long enough now that it's probably not even cool to say it anymore. But...

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March 16, 2016

Climbing 101: Getting into Rock Climbing

Your friend just dragged you to the climbing gym where you schlepped your way up some chunks of plastic. Now you’re hooked, and already looking forward to taking your new love outside. When you got home, you and your raw, painful hands typed “rock climbing” into the Google machine and...

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March 13, 2016

WOMAN BEHIND THE LENS: BECCA SKINNER

She jokes about sleeping outside more nights than inside this year, and that’s really the way she likes it. After all, a portfolio full of dreamy, backlit sunrise shots and photos of morning coffee in beautiful places doesn’t just build itself; it grows organically with each morning she pokes her...

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March 08, 2016

Gripping and Ripping on the Shore

Where else but the Shore can you turn hard enough to make a rooster tail out of water? Bart Moore puts his grip on the line during the darkest days of winter in North Vancouver. Source: NSMB

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March 04, 2016

2016 Arc’teryx Atom SL Jacket Review by Gear Junkie

Cross a windbreaker with an insulated winter coat and you get something like the Arc’teryx Atom SL, a lightweight, weather-resistant jacket new for 2016.   Source: Gear Junkie

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February 25, 2016

CHEERS, TO THE FREAKIN WKND

A year ago I would have cringed at the thought of being a weekend warrior (no offense), but it's safe to say I have changed. Being a weekend warrior means we have the best of both worlds; culture, action, adventure, good restaurants and hey, doesn't hurt to be able to...

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February 23, 2016

GET IN SHAPE FOR YOUR SPRING MOUNTAIN BIKING OBJECTIVES

It’s cold outside, and in many parts of the country, the weather is frightful. But that’s no excuse to kick back all winter and watch the snow pile up on your local trails. Spring is on its way, and the singletrack will be dry before you know it. Here’s how...

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February 20, 2016

Downhill Racing On Snow - Ride Hard On Snow 2016

See and feel what it's like to ride a downhill race on snow. Source: Fabio Wibmer

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February 16, 2016

10 Amazing Day Hikes Near Vancouver, British Columbia

With the warm days of summer just around the corner, this is the perfect time of year to start planning some day hikes in the Coast Mountains. I make an effort to get out and do a solid hike every week throughout the year. Even in the winter, some of...

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February 13, 2016

Eight of the best resorts for skiing in April

Lunchtime drinks next to the Matterhorn at the Riffelalp Resort, Zermatt Copyright: Riffelalp Resort

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February 10, 2016

I’d Rather Run Than Make Dinner: 2 Quick, Healthy Recipes

Turkey Burgers with Grated Beets, Carrots and Cilantro   This recipe (by Baby Foode) was created for toddlers by hiding vegetables in the burgers. But couldn’t we all use some hidden vegetables in our food, especially beets, carrots and cilantro? I always throw some pepper jack cheese on top of each,...

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