"For still there are so many things that I have never seen, in every wood, in every spring there is a different green."
-- JR Tolkien

MRIs over-used, misinterpreted? Not so surprising…

Posted in Coaching Advice, First Aid/Health, Health Advice, Injury Care & Prevention, Running, Running Training | 0 comments

In the ‘80s, I recall experiencing minor knee pain and some clicking, so I went to see a sports orthopedist. He immediately ordered an...

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How is it possible for a woman to pee standing up?

Posted in Ask The Coach, Camping Skills & Technique, Fitness / Training, For Women Only, Running Technique | 1 comment

Dear Coach, I’ve heard women can pee standing but can’t imagine doing it without making a total mess. How is it possible? E.L.,...

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Trimble Outdoors Launches Backpacker Map Maker App for iPad

Posted in Camping Skills & Technique, News and Trends | 0 comments

Backpacker magazine’s map team has done it again, working in partnership with the expert GPS navigation and mapping team at Trimble...

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American Alpine Institute Awards 11 Products With 2011 ‘Guides Choice’ Designation

Posted in Climbing / Mountaineering, News and Trends, Reviews | 0 comments

The American Alpine Institute awarded 11 AAI Guides Choice designations at the August Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011. The clothing,...

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Access Fund Awards Over $20k to Eight Preservation Projects

Posted in Climbing / Mountaineering, News and Trends | 0 comments

The Access Fund, a national advocacy organization that works to keep climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment, has...

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OutdoorGearLab.com names Editors’ Choice Awards for backpacking tents

Posted in News and Trends, Tent | 0 comments

OutdoorGearLab.com has named its 2011 Editors’ Choice Awards for the backpacking tent category, listing this year’s best and best value...

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