California Enduro Series today announced Specialized Bicycles as title sponsor for the 2019 season. Specializedโs support allows for the series to continue its growth as a โfor-riders, by-riders organizationโ โฆ a founding concept which aligns perfectly with the bike industry leaderโs motto โMade for riders, by riders.โ
Third year enduro racer Matt Guntertโs training and commitment are paying off, with pro podium wins on this year's CES schedule. We caught up with this enthusiastic, friendly and talented rider to talk race strategy, family, and life in Mammoth Lakes.
The Kamikaze Bike Games is back for 2018 with some exciting new twists.ย The venue base moves to Main Lodge and events include: California Enduro Series/EWS Qualifier Enduro, UCI/USA Cycling Pro GRT Downhill + Amateur DH, the new MegaKami โLe Mans/Massโ style Kamikaze Downhill Race, The Boogaloo, an eDURO, a Kidsโ Free Enduro Race (12 & under), Strider Race.
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKENDย was a blast at the first CES of the year! Not only was it race weekend, but it was my birthday weekend so my parents, sister, brother-in-law and nephew were all in town which added to the fun.
Girls Rock Mountain Biking โ aย 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to support female mountain bikers in the Santa Cruz area โ is offering a unique opportunity to pre-ride the California Enduro Series (CES) Toro Enduro course with local pro Brianne Spiersch on Sunday, May 6.
The California Enduro Series (CES) is primed to present another great year of enduro racing. CES is a for riders, by riders non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting world-class Enduro events that everyone from amateur to pro can enjoy, at a geographically diverse range of venues.
Featured upcoming events: Ashland Mountain Challenge, The Great Trail Race, Biketoberfest Marin, Morro Bay Triathlon, Mountainfilm on Tour, Mermaid Run San Francisco, SnowBomb Ski and Snowboard Festival, Warren Miller Film Tour Line of Descent
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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Hop on trail with our intrepid adventurer at the link in our bio!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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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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