The 2017 version of “America’s Toughest Stage Race,” recently concluded in a wild finish in downtown Salt Lake. The Tour of Utah is a seven day professional bike race held in August of each year, and travels throughout Utah. Viewers from around the world tune in to watch some of the world’s best cyclists race […]
At Outdoor Retailer show, Allied Feather and Down emerges as full-spectrum ambassador for integrity of nature, environmental conservation
There is a slumbering subterranean fire in nature which never goes out, and which no cold can chill. […] This subterranean fire has its altar in each man’s breast, for in the coldest day, and on the bleakest hill, the traveler cherishes a warmer fire within the folds of his cloak than is kindled on […]
Photos from 2017 North American Handbuilt Bicycle Show (NAHBS)
Now in its 13th year, the North American Handbuilt Bicycle Show (NAHBS) chose Salt Lake City for their annual showcase of some of the world’s most exquisite hand-built bicycles. Bike builders from all across the country gathered at the Salt Palace Convention Center to show off their custom bikes. The event showcases local “garage builders” […]
Scenic National Parks Provide Common Ground for Education and Adventure; America’s Largest Outdoor Field Trip in Utah
America fell under the spell of our majestic parks over 100 years ago. Possessed by the severe beauty and tremendous power of nature, we were called to action. Among many others, Teddy Roosevelt’s dedication to help the National Parks sparked humanity to preserve areas for the future of our planet, and those to come after […]
Deer Valley picnic baskets deliver gourmet foods to go
Concerts at Deer Valley’s Snow Park Amphitheater are an enjoyable experience all on their own. Mountain air, great music and good food are enhancements to the venue. Packing your own picnic foods and drink are welcomed, but if you don’t have time to get it together, you can pre-order gourmet picnic baskets or bags available for […]
2016 Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah
The Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah just wrapped up the 2016 edition of the race. The first stage of the race went through beautiful Zion National Park to celebrate the park service’s 100 year anniversary, and wrapped up six days later in Park City. This year’s race featured over 700 miles of racing and over 52,000 […]
Book your Taste of the Wasatch weekend at Solitude
The first Sunday in August marks an annual event dedicated to fighting hunger in Utah. Taste of the Wasatch brings together dozens of Utah’s finest restaurants as they converge on Solitude Mountain Resort for an afternoon of great food, fine wine, local beers and fantastic silent auction items. What could make your day better than […]
Reaching views reserved for elite climbers on Ogden Canyon’s “Iron Road”
Utah adrenaline junkies get their high-altitude fix mountaineering towering limestone and granite peaks, throughout the state. I’ve watched plenty on belay over sharp outcroppings in various canyons, often anxious to jump in myself. While no one who knows me would ever mistake me for a mountaineer, I’ve managed to traverse my way up several domestic […]
Four Underrated River Trips
The snow will soon melt from mountain peaks and fill rivers with spring runoff on its way to the ocean, except in the case of the Colorado River, which dries up well before that. Politics and conservation aside, one of the best things about living in the West is the snow we recreate on in […]
2015 Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah
Another Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah is in the books, with all of the ups and downs you would expect from one of the country’s top three cycling events. The week long Tour of Utah features some of the world’s best professional bike riders and teams competing on Utah’s most challenging terrain, with many […]
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