The Fourth Annual Carson City Off-Road is dedicated to Carson City native and visionary trails community leader, Joel Dunn. Born and raised in Carson City, Dunn has not only witnessed the evolution of Nevada's state capital but has also been a driving force in its transition into a recreation-focused community.
Catch a powerful new mountain biking flick, support your local trail non-profit organizations, AND get the chance to win a brand new mountain bike all in one evening? It doesnโt get much better than that!
Ta-Hoe Nalu is celebrating its 13th year on the north shore of Lake Tahoe at Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Join the reunion to celebrate with all those who created the great sport of stand up paddleboard (SUP) racing.
For the past 38 years, hundreds runners and hikers have made the annual pilgrimage to the top of Squaw Valley to enjoy a great workout with stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the High Sierra.
After a century of dams blocking the Klamath River, tribal teens are training to kayak 250+ miles from source to sea in June 2025, reconnecting with their heritage and revitalizing Indigenous stewardship.
As they navigate this powerful watershed, theyโre not just paddling โ theyโre reclaiming tradition and honoring their ancestors.
โฌ๏ธ Click the link ๐ in our bio to learn more about @riostorivers and the incredible work Paddle Tribal Waters is doing to support their journey. ๐งก
โ๏ธ @lariverbeach โข ๐ธ Paul Robert Wolf Wilson
Our team had a great weekend @headlandsrace cheering on the runners and getting footage for a course rundown. Weโll share our behind the scenes view soon for a sneak peak of the action packed weekend. Next stop in the Golden Trail Series is @mammothtrailfest. Good luck to all the athletes!
โก๏ธ From our past issue โ Sustainable Surf ๐๐โโ๏ธ
Discover how @sustainsurf is driving positive change through innovative programs that protect our oceans. From eco-friendly surfboards to regenerative seaweed farms, theyโre leading the charge for a greener future. ๐ฑโป๏ธ
Photos by @zorro_del_mar, @mikeborchard, @ocean_gardener, @talisalanoe and courtesy of @sustainsurf ๐ธ๐
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๐ We believe in the healing power of nature, and thanks to our partners, this issue is packed with outdoor inspiration โ available for free!
๐ Our cover story explores the rich history of the south face of Yosemiteโs Half Dome. This iconic wall has shaped climbing history with dramatic accidents, daring rescues, and legendary climbs by figures like Warren Harding, Galen Rowell, Steve Bosque, Mike Corbett, and John Middendorf.
๐ธ Cover photo of Tobias Wolf and Oliver Schmidt celebrating with a high five after the first free ascent of Karma on the south face of Half Dome. Photo by Tobias Wolf via time-lapse.
๐ง Also in this issue, Doug Robinson, known as the โFather of Clean Climbing,โ returns with part two of his clean climbing manifesto. His revolutionary ideas, first introduced in the 1972 Chouinard catalog, challenge climbers to reflect on their impact on nature.
๐Building on this theme of responsible climbing, we also highlight the Yosemite Climbing Associations Climberโs Credo, a grassroots agreement developed to address the proposed nationwide fixed anchor prohibition in Wilderness areas. This initiative promotes ethical climbing practices and aims to influence future regulations to preserve access.
๐ฒ Other stories include the Inyo Mountain Wilderness, solo bikepacking in the Lost Sierra, the indigenous-led effort to restore and paddle the Klamath River, climbing Mexicoโs volcanoes, and the return of great white sharks along Californiaโs coast.
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Join @ellasuring and @uponward as they discuss the upcoming Headlands 27K trail race in Marin, CA thatโs part of the Golden Trail World Series. Head to our bio ๐ to learn more about this race and the environmental and gender equity steps theyโre taking along the way. โฐ๏ธ
From preservation to expansion, @truckeedirtunion is all about protecting what we love. Explore their mission to safeguard Truckeeโs outdoor legacy. ๐๏ธ
๐โWith any successful community-driven movement, being in the right place at the right time with the right message is everything. In the case of Truckee, California-based Truckee Dirt Union (TDU), all of those elements and more have lined up since its founding in 2020. A 501c3 non-profit focused on creating positive outcomes for mountain biking through collaboration and good times, TDU is an example of how a community can engage and help shape a vision for its own future.โ
๐Words by Kurt Gensheimer @trail_whisperer
๐ธPhotos by @gpmartinphoto and @ryansalmphotography
Get your hands on our recent issue๐to read the full article in our large format print edition, or click the link ๐ to read it online.
Upcoming event alert! Looking for a trail race close to home with some incredible people and terrain? The Headlands 27K is coming up the weekend of September 14-15, and thereโs still spots available in the womenโs race. Use code WOMENRULE for 15% off your registration.
This event is the 7th in the Golden Trail World Series, and features some serious competition and world class athletes. Head to the link in our bio ๐ to learn how you can participate and how Headlands is making waves in accessibility in the trail racing scene.
Photo credits to respective owners on our website.
We caught up with Allyson Gunsallus to talk about her project Hand Holds โ an interview series to help climbers understand the transition to parenting and parenthood. ๐งโโ๏ธ
Though the series uses climbing as a lens, it is meant to be useful for all athletes and people transitioning into their new role as a parent. ๐งโ๐ง
Click the link ๐ in our bio to watch the full interview with @yosguns. ๐ฌ...
Who else is already looking forward to the weekend? โฐ๏ธโจ
Mammoth Mountain offers the perfect weekend getaway! Enjoy breathtaking hikes, 80 miles of singletrack, guided roped climbs, kayaking, and more. ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐งโโ๏ธ
Ready to plan your escape? Click the link ๐ in our bio for tips on planning your perfect itinerary. ๐