In his recent book The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels, conservative author Alex Epstein argues that liberal environmentalists are trying to rob Americans of their prosperous lifestyle by portraying fossil fuels as evil. The real evil, he says, is the idea that prosperity is a bad thing and should be reversed in order to preserve the planet.
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California Enduro Series (CES) Round 6 — the Northstar Enduro at Northstar California Resort — makes history as the first-ever California race on the North American Enduro Tour (NAET); California cements place as America's leader in solar energy; Klean Kanteen moves to bigger headquarters; Kialoa Paddles introduces paddle blades made from post manufacturing diaper scraps; Jeff-Kendall Weed joins WTB's global sales team; Surftech to open new showroom in Santa Cruz.
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Alex Honnold. He may be known best for his free-soloing and speed ascents of big walls, but the California dirtbag/professional climber is more than just a rock monkey.
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Every mountain biker loves to roll along on a beautiful piece of single track, but mountain bike enthusiasts come in a wide variety of ability levels, making one person’s lovely romp through the rocks, a trail to be avoided at all costs by another. Given this wide disparity in ability and desire, imagine being the folks trying to build and maintain the trails to meet the needs of all the riders (and in almost all cases hikers, runners and equestrians as well).
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To kayak one hundred days of whitewater in the course of one year may not sound like an extreme or lofty goal, until you understand the circumstances. The first and most prohibitive factor was location. Living over three hours from the nearest available whitewater river was not going to help my cause. Sure, if I lived in Reno I could visit the whitewater park nearly every day of the year if I wanted. No big deal. The second barrier was that I was too broke to buy a dry suit, which is essential for winter paddling. The third factor, well, all the rest can fall into the general category of: that’s just a hell of a lot of days, especially in a drought year!
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Droughts. They’re rough. They cause all sorts of trouble, but don’t jump to too many conclusions. Many people assume that a drought means no rafting, but that’s not the case in California. Despite what you’d think, there are still plenty of incredible rafting options even when Mother Nature leaves us pretty high and dry. In normal snowpack years, rafting outfitters do offer trips on a wider variety of rivers, but even in a drought there is rafting fun to be had in the Golden State.
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Over 1,000 total strangers accepted Jamie Bianchini’s invitation to ride on the world’s first open-invitation, intercultural expedition around the planet. Jamie piloted the front seat of a custom-built tandem bike while leaving the rear seat open to invite “guest riders” to join the journey and share the exhilarating cycle touring experience.
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Kayaks and canoes have long been the vehicle of choice when venturing out on the water with kids. But with the explosive growth of stand-up paddling – the fastest growing outdoor sport over the past five years – more and more parents are introducing kids to paddling on boards. Paddleboarding is an excellent way for parents to get outdoors with children, get some low-impact exercise, soak up a good dose of fun, and teach tykes about water safety, paddle skills and the marine environment. Here are some guidelines and suggestions for getting out for a little SUPin’ with little ones, whether riding on the board with you or going solo on their own board.
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If you have driven Interstate 5 through Siskiyou County, you’ve likely found your gaze pulled toward the glistening white of 14,197 Mount Shasta. It’s difficult not to: Shasta’s summit is striking. Rising 10,000 feet above the northern California landscape, the mountain is both alluring and awe inspiring.
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I’ve been good friends with Timmy for a long time. He’s rad and he lives to the beat of his own drum. Timmy doesn’t really like contests, yet he does really well in them. He missed making the World Tour by one heat last year.
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Our writer’s (@ellasuring) adventure van is finished and she’s giving us a tour of the setup! 🚐
For more specs on the build you can see the full rundown on our website.
#californialiving #californiaadventure #vanlife
Ever dreamt of taking off in a Sprinter van? 🚐 Our editor walks you through the steps of securing and building your own, complete with considerations for build, style and size. Start your van adventure at the link in our bio 🔗
#vanlife #vanbuild #sprintervanlife #californiaadventure #adventurevan
Headlands Race recap! September 13-15 2024.
📸 credits: @ellasuring @alex.d.short
#trailrunning #california #californiaadventure
Our team had a great weekend @headlandsrace cheering on the runners and getting footage for a course rundown. We’ll 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!
Image credits: @ellasuring @alex.d.short
➡️ From our past issue — Sustainable Surf 🌊🏄♂️
Discover how @sustainsurf is driving positive change through innovative programs that protect our oceans. From eco-friendly surfboards to regenerative seaweed farms, they’re leading the charge for a greener future. 🌱♻️
Photos by @zorro_del_mar, @mikeborchard, @ocean_gardener, @talisalanoe and courtesy of @sustainsurf 📸🙏
Did you miss the Summer Issue? Click the link 🔗 in our bio, become a member, and have a copy shipped to your home! 📖🏡
#OceanConservation #SustainableSurf #EcoInnovation #ProtectOurPlanet #Surfacing
✨Have you picked up our Fall Issue yet? ✨
🆓 We believe in the healing power of nature, and thanks to our partners, this issue is packed with outdoor inspiration — available for free!
📔 Our cover story explores the rich history of the south face of Yosemite’s 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.
📸 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.
🧗 Also in this issue, Doug Robinson, known as the “Father of Clean Climbing,” 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.
📜Building on this theme of responsible climbing, we also highlight the Yosemite Climbing Associations Climber’s 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.
🌲 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 Mexico’s volcanoes, and the return of great white sharks along California’s coast.
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Join @ellasuring and @uponward as they discuss the upcoming Headlands 27K trail race in Marin, CA that’s part of the Golden Trail World Series. Head to our bio 🔗 to learn more about this race and the environmental and gender equity steps they’re taking along the way. ⛰️
#trailrunning #trailracing #goldentrailseries #california #adventure
From preservation to expansion, @truckeedirtunion is all about protecting what we love. Explore their mission to safeguard Truckee’s outdoor legacy. 🏞️
👉”With 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.”
📝Words by Kurt Gensheimer @trail_whisperer
📸Photos by @gpmartinphoto and @ryansalmphotography
Get your hands on our recent issue📙to read the full article in our large format print edition, or click the link 🔗 to read it online.
@visittruckeetahoe @truckeedonnerlandtrust
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 there’s still spots available in the women’s 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 🔗 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.
#californiaadventure #trailracing #subultra
We caught up with Allyson Gunsallus to talk about her project Hand Holds — an interview series to help climbers understand the transition to parenting and parenthood. 🧗♂️
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. 🧑🧒
Click the link 🔗 in our bio to watch the full interview with @yosguns. 🎬
From rugged landscapes to hidden gems, get an insider’s look at one of Oregon’s best overland adventures. 🏕️🥾
Our latest issue shares Krista Houghton’s overland adventure from Klamath Falls to Bend on the Great American Outback Trail. 🌄🚙
Click the link in our bio 🔗, pick up a copy at your favorite shop🏬, or subscribe to have ASJ delivered to your home. 🏡
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Who else is already looking forward to the weekend? ⛰️✨
Mammoth Mountain offers the perfect weekend getaway! Enjoy breathtaking hikes, 80 miles of singletrack, guided roped climbs, kayaking, and more. 🚴♀️🧗♂️
Ready to plan your escape? Click the link 🔗 in our bio for tips on planning your perfect itinerary. 😎
@mammothmountain
