The fifth race of the California Enduro Series converged with the North American Enduro Tour at Northstar California Resort in Truckee for two days of action packed racing.
It began with a dream in legendary mountain bike racer Mark Weirโs backyard in Marin County โ an area that, despite being โthe birthplace of mountain biking,โ is not known to be mountain bike friendly.
To help engage and create our next generation of park visitors, supporters and advocates, the National Parks Foundation is kicking off the Every Kid in a Park initiative. The immediate goal is to provide an opportunity for each and every 4th grade student across the country to experience their public lands and waters in person throughout the 2015-2016 school year.
The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), United States Forest Service (USFS), Groveland Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest and the Groveland Trail Heads mountain biking club (an IMBA chapter) are combining forces to host a Trail Stewardship Summit in Groveland in mid-October 2015.
The stars were definitely aligned for Jason Moeschler this past weekend (July 31-August 1) when the 35-year-old Team WTB/Cannondale rider reclaimed the All Mountain World Championship title from five-time winner Carl Decker after winning the DH with a smoking fast time of 45.22.5.
Michelin has launched a new ambassador program for its mountain bike tire segment aimed at helping enthusiasts see the trail ahead through the eyes of a pro.
ASJ staff were excited to see contributing writer Lauren Gregg sporting the Bronze on the women's pro Enduro podium. Gregg reports, "It was so exciting racing USA Cycling's first ever Enduro National Championship. They did an amazing job โ the course was incredibly challenging and technical, the timing was flawless, and the event really tested racers' tech skills as well as their fitness."
The fourth stop of the California Enduro Series took place just over the California border in the beautiful town of Ashland, Oregon. With thunder storms saturating the ground during the previous week and all the way up to race day some 300 competitors were treated to cool temperatures, absolute hero dirt, and some of the best trails you can race on.
The VP EnduroFest at China Peak came back better than ever for its third year in a row and proved to be one of the hardest races that the California Enduro Series has to offer both physically and technically. Pros and Experts raced four stages over thirty miles with close to six thousand feet of climbing, making for a long day on the bike.
The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Yosemite Hospitality, LLC, a subsidiary of Aramark, to receive the new primary concession contract for providing visitor services in Yosemite National Park.
The driest place in North America was hammered by catastrophic flooding last year, and the hottest place in the world got hotter. ๐ฆ ๐ โ
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In our current issue, Leonie Sherman reports on how @deathvalleynps staff dealt with the devastating impacts of Hurricane Hilary and another heat record-breaking summer, while also preparing for the next disaster. ๐ฌ๐กโ
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In our current issue, Matt โDetourโ Johanson takes us along the SoCal stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail. This fourth installment of Mattโs five-part series details his experience this past spring pushing through challenging conditions in the aftermath of a record-breaking winter.โ
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โ ๐ป A pack of hikers approach the snowy summit of San Jacinto Peak.โ
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โ ๐ San Gorgonio Mountain marks the highest point in Southern California.โ
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โ ๐ San Jacinto Peak is the steepest mountain in the lower 48 states.โ
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Roadtrip idea ๐๏ธโ๏ธ Have you ever seen Zion in the snow?! ๐ตโ
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From sandy deserts to snowy landscapes, this roadtrip idea will take you on an unforgettable journey through the contrasting beauty of Zion National Park. Make sure to check out Angels Landing, with snow covered peaks and contrasting desert canyons. But don't forget ice spikes! This is an adventure that will leave you in awe! โ๏ธ๐ต#WinterWonders #ZionNationalPark #RoadtripGoals...
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Lizzie is a landscape artist based out of Salt Lake City, using her art as a form of activism and environmental protection, depicting scenes from the western states ๐๏ธ โ
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Interview by contributing writer @ellasuring...
Our recent article with Michael Allen is up! Featuring his new film A Long Road To Tao, that's being featured in the Las Cruces International Film Festival this spring along with his work as a fine art surf and wave photographer ๐๐ฅโ
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๐ฒ๐ Adventure awaits! ๐ Hannah from @ilikebigbuttress shares her journey moving across the country, starting a new career, and living out of a van full time. ๐โ
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Winter is in full swing. She is challenging us to leave our cozy houses and our cozy cars once again. Will you answer the call? โ๏ธ โ
Letโs get committed and embrace winter once again. Inside is cozy but outside is fun! ๐โ
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Click the link in our bio to see what is new at your favorite resort this year. ๐ ๐โ
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Can anyone guess where this iconic Redwood Tree ring is in Santa Cruz? ๐ฒThe canopies of redwood trees support entire ecosystems of wildlife, insects, plants, and they even create soil up there from decomposing leaves ๐. Next time you go mountain biking, running, or hiking, take a glance up and wonder at the marvels towering above you! #hiking #santacruz #adventuresportsjournal...
Last season was one for the record books โ when Mammoth Mountain received over 700 inches of snow and stayed open for more than 270 days of skiing and riding. โท๐โ
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While skiers and riders played in the snow well into summer, the Mammoth construction teams were hard at work replacing chairlifts, building new activities, and improving Mammothโs already robust snowmaking system. ๐ช๐ฝ โ๏ธโ
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"My husband is a dirt hound. He loves the call of an empty, desolate dirt road. Growing up in Arizona, dirt excursions were a fundamental part of his upbringing, which is how my journey into the adventurous world of overlanding began." ๐๏ธโ
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If you have a passion for isolation, unspoiled nature, and tackling challenging remote roads, overland camping might be just what youโre looking for. ๐โ
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Click the link in our bio to read Krista Houghton's latest article and discover what to expect and some vital tips to ensure your overlanding adventure is both enjoyable and safe. ๐ ๐โ
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Mark your calendar for the second of this season's @alpenglowsports Winter Speaker Series on Thursday, January 4th. ๐ โ
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Brothers @jimwmorrison and @johnmorrison.sierraskijournal will present "Skiing the High Sierra and Beyond" at @palisadestahoe's Olympic Village Events Center. All giveaway, bar, and a portion of food proceeds will benefit the @senditfoundation. โท๏ธโ
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Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm. The event is free and all ages are welcome! Live streaming is also available on YouTube. There will be giveaways for both in-person attendees and those tuning in from afar. ๐๐ฝโ
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