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Renting vs. Buying Equipment

by Chris Sgaraglino | November 11, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Camping by Bike, Cycling, Hiking, Kayaking | 0 Comments

When renting, there are no long conversations with your spouse about how much all that dust-collecting gear cost and where you’ll be storing it!

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Riding the Flats vs the Mountains

May 28, 2019 | Adv: Florida, Cycling

I ride, Road, Cyclocross and MTB. I lived at 6,500 feet above sea level and my “home riding trails” typically started between 8-10,000ft with anywhere from 2-4,000ft of climbing (a lot for me).

Replacing Your Chain

May 24, 2019 | Cycling, How To

Replacing your chain does not have to be difficult. In this short 3 minutes, I show you how to get the correct length every time!

Buying A Used Bike

May 20, 2019 | Cycling, How To

Looking to purchase a used bike, learn the tail-tell signs of an overly used bike are. Not knowing can cost you hundreds of dollars more in new components.

My name is Chris, I am a Clydesdale!

May 15, 2019 | Cycling, Opinion

We are not riders that you will typically find in the front of the pack unless it’s a windy day and others want to draft off us. Nor will you’ll see us on the podium of the Tour de France because we’ll be spending too much time at the beer tents along the route.

Camping & Traveling by Bike

May 8, 2019 | Camping, Cycling

Camping & Traveling by Bike Bikepacking on the road or in the mountains, it's always an adventure! Bikepacking offers a unique way for solo and group adventure junkies to find and access new places, meet new people, and encounter new personal challenges anywhere...

Kayaking Shell Key Florida

May 2, 2019 | Kayaking

Shell Key has been designated as one of the state’s most important areas for shorebird nesting and wintering and it serves as an important study area for these species.

Kids Kayaking Solo

Apr 17, 2019 | Kayaking

Kids Kayaking Solo Kids as young as 4 years old can kayak solo! Kayaking is an excellent outdoor activity that can be enjoyed as an adventure sport as well as a recreationally by people of all ages. This has caused a tremendous increase in the popularity of kayaking....

Multitools by Lever Gear

Apr 12, 2019 | Backpacking, Camping, Free Gear, Hiking, Kayaking, Reviews

The Toolcard Pro & Bit Vault Two EDC tools to make everyday life a bit easier. The first thing to consider when looking to purchase a multitool is, do you want one that you will wear on your belt or are you looking for something more compact and light to just put...