Three friends set out to understand their physical, mental, and emotional health and how they relate to the cycling industry as men of color.
Field Notes#stories
The Pros and Cons of Going Ultralight
When you look at gear that’s made out of Dyneema(R) (one of the most popular ultralight fabrics) for the first time, it’s easy to assume that this new, ultralight fabric is less durable than nylon. It usually comes with a waterproof coating, and it weighs about half as much as nylon, which should mean that it’s not quite as durable, right?
Abandon Anchor! - A Bob Swanson Grant Winner Story
Today was the day! I had worked hard for two and a half years to secure water quality testing through the state of North Dakota.
Making Memories in Volcanoes National Park
When I think about the summers of my youth, camping was always a part of the picture. Sticky fingers from s’mores, creaky backs from sleeping on the ground and the smell of campfire smoke that would permeate my curly hair for weeks.
Dzil Ta’ah Adventures: How to Stake Out Your Tent without Stakes
The northeast corner of the Diné (Navajo) Nation is rich with mythic topography. Ubiquitous views of sandstone stone, volcanic spires, and distant mountains, make up the terrain...
Make It An Adventure And Go For The SKT
Drawn to the red dirt of the American Southwest, we are on a road trip around Moab, UT checking out national parks, rock climbing, skinny dipping, and playing in the canyons...
5 Easy Steps To Make Ceviche While Beach Camping
Heading to the beach to escape the cold, in search of the best mix of surf swells, or for all around fun? I’ve been heading down to Baja during the winter for most my ...
How To Pack For Backpacking
The time has come to pack your backpack, hit the trail, and sleep in the dirt. Backpacking is an adventure combining hiking with backcountry camping, so be ready for a...
Turning Back: Prioritizing Mental Health
After I moved out of the Midwest, I never believed adventures would work its way back into my life. Yet I was getting out weekly. I woke up ready to crank and ready to...
The Lasting Friendships of Thru-Hiking
My first thru-hiking experience was the Appalachian Trail in 2011. I was 24, and high on fumes for the first three weeks, consumed by my learning experience. What was ...
Backpacking Santa Rosa Island
Over a mile of solitude and white sand stretched in front of us as we settled on a place atop the sand dunes to eat lunch. My wife and I asked each other, “How is this...
3 Reasons You Need a Tent Footprint
When shopping for a tent, you may come across messages like this: Most modern tents don’t come with a footprint by default. Why? To save ounces and keep weights lo...
Taking the time to be in the moment: A Winter Excursion
As we rolled up to the parking area, I shivered a little bit. I have this habit of leaving my house in sandals – we are in California after all. My toes were already c...
Winter Camping Hacks That Will Keep You Warm
So, you want to try winter camping. Having tried and failed to enjoy this pretty niche activity a few times, I’m here with some advice for you. Hopefully these tips he...
4 Lessons from Gravel Biking Fruita to Moab
I asked on social media “What if I told you that you would go somewhere you had never been, do something you can’t do today and come home with a renewed passion?” Oh and “It will all happen on your bike.”
Trust Your Friends' Outlandish Voicemail Ideas
Sometimes you get those random voicemails that kinda go like, “Hey bud, so, I was sitting here thinking about something cool we could do and I think I figured it out....