The Best Item We Don’t Sell

by Amy March 22, 2013 Climb

Now you might think I am a bit crazy to talk about something we don’t sell. There are just certain pieces of gear out there that I believe in and want to get the word out about even though you can’t get them from us. In this case I want to tell you about Road [...]

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Making the Transition to Minimalist

by Amy March 21, 2013 Barefoot Running

You’ve seen them by now, the Vibram FiveFingers. Maybe you have even debated getting them but aren’t quite sure. Your friends have ranted and raved about their minimalist shoes. Finally, you have decided it’s time to break down and get a pair of minimalist running shoes. There are many choices out there so where do [...]

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Welch and Dickey

by Amy March 20, 2013 Gear Guide

Location: Waterville Valley,NH   Spring has sprung. Soon the snow up north will be melting and it will be time for many people to dust off their hiking boots and hit the trails. If you have plans to head up to New Hampshire a nice moderate hike to check out is the Welch and Dickey [...]

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Gear Review: Platypus SoftBottle

by Amy March 19, 2013 Gear Reviews

Product Tested: Platypus SoftBottle Best Use for Product: Hiking, travel, tight space, hydration   “Full when you need it, flat when you don’t.” Looking to shave some pack weight on your next hiking trip? Maybe your hard plastic bottle doesn’t always fit in your bag. Well, the Platypus SoftBottle is for you. The SoftBottle weighs [...]

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Local Trail Spotlight: Rocky Neck State Park

by Paul-Parulis March 18, 2013 Hike

By guest blogger Paul Parulis I suspect many people in Connecticut are familiar with the approach to Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic. You get off Exit 72 from Interstate 95 and drive to the end of the access road, take a left at the stop light on Rt. 156 and then the first right [...]

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White Mountain Hut to Hut: A Great Family Adventure

by Amy March 15, 2013 Hike

It is never too soon to start thinking about summer vacation trips. After all the snow we had this year it might even help you to push past the lasting effects of the winter time blues. Outside Magazine recently came out with 50 Great Family Adventures in the US. For those of you that might [...]

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Please Allow Me to Introduce Myself

by Amy March 14, 2013 Contributor Bios
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I like the mud. Yes, it is true, I am like a little kid and I am drawn to playing in the mud. Mud is especially attractive when it is part of an obstacle course race or challenge. This continued desire to play in the mud can most likely be traced back to my childhood [...]

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Barefoot running: How Humans Ran Comfortably & Safely Before the Invention of Shoes

by Trailblazer March 7, 2013 Barefoot Running
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Barefoot running is hardly a new sport.  Think about it: humans have been running for millions of years.  The modern running shoe was not invented until the 1970s.  Today’s running shoes address a laundry list of physical traits, abnormalities, etc, not to mention, they just make it way more “comfortable” to run…which may make you [...]

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CAN DOGS GET ‘RUNNER’S HIGH’?

by TonyDasilva February 27, 2013 Run

You know how good you feel after a run? Can my dog get that, too? Answer: “Runner’s high” is often described as a state of euphoria, peace, or serenity experienced after a bout of endurance exercise. Researchers believe it’s related to an exercise-induced release of neurotransmitters including endorphins and endocannabinoids, chemicals in the brain thought [...]

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How to Prevent Common Running Injuries

by TonyDasilva February 25, 2013 Run
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Cheers to Ralph from MYRun.com for this informative and engaging article. – Tony Running is no different from other sports. There can be injuries from over-training, poor technique, or poor equipment. Any injury can compromise your program, that’s why you want to avoid injuries in the first place. The key to avoiding injury is to [...]

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To Pedicure or Not To Pedicure: A Runner’s Dilemma

by Trailblazer February 11, 2013 Run
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I think when I first started running barefoot (and by barefoot, I mean in Vibrams) and was doing research and reading blogs about it, I came across a lot of articles about barefoot runners comparing how dirty their feet get. If you head over to the Runner’s World Barefoot Running forum, you’ll not only get [...]

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Breathing While Running

by TonyDasilva February 6, 2013 Barefoot Running

Learning the proper breathing techniques while running is as important to a runner as stretching beforehand or the proper motion of the body while running to prevent injuries. Improper breathing exercises while running results in a shorter run, becoming winded or out of breath faster and more stress on the body during the run. Keeping those breathing [...]

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Kate’s “BARON BARS”

by TonyDasilva January 31, 2013 Barefoot Running

By popular demand from Kate’s previous post, here is the recipe for her delicious bars! BARON BARS. (IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO BE VERY CREATIVE WITH THIS RECIPE! ADD…SUBTRACT…MAKE IT YOUR OWN!) INGREDIENTS AND NUTRITIONAL INFO: CREATED BY MICHAEL BARON. Volume Calories Fat (g) Carbs (g) Protein (g) Whole Oats (NOT quick cook type) 4 [...]

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The Local Three, Six, Five:IF WE ARE WHAT WE EAT – THEN I’M A HOMERAWOLAEGG

by TonyDasilva January 30, 2013 Barefoot Running

By Guest Blogger: Kate Baron IF WE ARE WHAT WE EAT – THEN I’M A…HOMEMADE-RAW-GRANOLA-EGG! Or in short… a HOMERAWOLAEGG! On a regular basis I am asked about nutrition or…“What do you eat?!”  This is a tough question to answer as I’m kind of an “opportunistic food consumer.” I have general limitations – but I [...]

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Tough Mudder Training From Mustache Man

by TonyDasilva January 21, 2013 Barefoot Running

You’ve got nothing on Mustache Man!

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10 Great Tips For Winter Running

by TonyDasilva January 14, 2013 Run
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Running in the winter can be a grueling aspect that forces many indoors to the comfort of the gym. But for those that want to take things a step further, check out Gear Junkie’s 10 tips for making the cold temperatures that much more tolerable. – Tony 1. ‘Layering’ Doesn’t Work — Sure, dress in [...]

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7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Running

by TonyDasilva January 9, 2013 Run
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This is a great article that can help you correct mistakes and your mentality before it’s too late. – Tony Many of my injuries can be attributed to impatience and a feeling of invincibility. I refused to reduce a training run by a few miles and I skipped the strength exercises. My carelessness showed with my constant battle with [...]

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