For those of us living in the central parts of the metro, finding unpaved spaces to get a trail-fix can be difficult. That’s where Theodore Wirth Park provides an oasis in the middle of the city. Containing miles of trails, with a few multi-use paths, a golf course, newly renovated beach park, and even a … More Trail Stomp: Theodore Wirth Park
Ah, the interwebs. Thanks to that Google thing, I was able to find a couple of video-photo-collages of the Minneapolis GORUCK Challenge from May of 2012. The music makes it feel like some mirror-clad-techno-health-club-workout, but you can turn your sound off. The one thing the videos don’t capture is that this is about 12 hours … More GORUCK Minneapolis: In pictures/video
Probably one of the biggest choices I have to make in preparing for the GORUCK Challenge is which backpack to use. One of the conditions of the event is that you must carry 4 bricks with you for the entire challenge, among other requisite and recommended gear. Oh wait, make that 6 bricks if you … More Pick a Pack
Good livin’. That’s apparently what they call it. No matter what you call it, it looks interesting to a bonehead like me. The GORUCK Challenge is either a ‘team building’, ‘leadership training’, or ‘gear test gone haywire’ event. Possibly, all of the above. I’m pee-my-pants excited. And the preparation for it is all part of the … More Fresh Endeavor: GORUCK Challenge
This makes me wish I had learned to skateboard, and had the time to take this sort of vacation. But when I look at this all I can think of is sore tailbones and damaged wrists. So much for my reckless youth. At least I made it through with a few other hobbies. Can middle aged dogs learn new tricks?
Originally, a couple of friends and I had planned to meet up in central Iowa and do some light winter camping. Unfortunately, the forecast for Saturday night was for the weather to turn very cold, very quickly. The temperature was to drop to the low single digits and not warm up on Sunday. I wasn’t … More Blizzard Camp 2010
This winter has been a good one. We’re barely getting started and it’s been the snowiest in recent years. And just for fun, last week it warmed up enough to rain for a day, followed by a quick, hard freeze. If footing on the roads and sidewalks was rough before, it’s downright craptastic now. I … More Icy Roads, Meet Screw Shoes
In case you haven’t picked up on this yet, I’m kind of a gear-whore. I like gear. It’s fun, and hopefully useful. While I like quality equipment, I usually shop around for a deal and will sacrifice a little of my requirements for a good price (except for when I don’t). I also wish I could … More Walmart Gear for Backpacking?
A few years ago, I purchased a set of Yaktrax Pro traction devices. It was after a painful bounce on an ice cover sidewalk that I decided to break down and do something about my lack of friction on frozen running surfaces. I’m no noob to running on ice and snow. I had run year-round … More Yaktrax, for Runners?
Originally submitted at Sierra Trading Post Closeouts . Goodhew hiking socks offer cushioned support and the itch-free comfort of merino wool to see you all the way up the mountain. Itch-free merino wool naturally regulates temperature, wicks moisture and doesn’t retain odor Turn welt top Arch support Flat toe seam Medium cushion … Goodhew Hiking … More My Review of Goodhew Hiking Socks – Merino Wool, Medium Cushion (For Men and Women)
Monkey with Chainsaw 