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STARTING LIN NE Editor’s Note, Fest of Flavors, Sinner Six 10K
10 FEATURE ES Agua Blanca: River Running in the West Sean Zimmerman-Wall
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16 GEAR GUID DE Ready to Ride: Wakeboarding Gear Essentials Jenny Willden
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18 TRAIL LSID DES Generation Vacation: Camping Adventures for the Whole Family BY Molly Newman
22 PROFIL LE Cancer Can't Stop Them: Team Tumor's Inspirational Ragnar Relay Journey BY Louis Arevalo
29 LAST WORD What’s Hot: Slacklining BY Melissa McGibbon Does It Work?: Toning Shoes BY Jenny Willden
ON THEE COVER R After eluding Disaster Falls at the Gates of Lodore, Jake Jennings is now safe in the flat water and feeling alive. Vernal, Utah © Jonathan Cracroft Photography jonathancracroft.com
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When Utah’s temperatures skyrocket, there’s no better way to cool off than playing in the water. For me, this summer has been filled with three new watersport experiences! I’ve rafted the Green and Colorado Rivers, wakeboarded at Lake Powell and learned how to roll a kayak... sort of. This photo was taken just after my first practice session with my friend Camine; she’s an excellent kayaker and instructor! I still can’t roll perfectly, but where I’m at now is a big improvement from where I started…upside down. Ready to learn to roll a kayak for yourself? Visit our website at sportsguidemag.com for a list of kayak rolling class. If you’re looking to try a new activity before summer ends, but kayaking isn’t your thing, don’t worry. In this issue you’ll find all the information you need to get started in river rafting (pg. 10), wakeboarding (pg. 16), family camping (pg. 18) and more. What’s your favorite summer activity? Email me about it at editor@sportsguidemag.com. One lucky respondent will be chosen to win a prize. Enjoy! Jenny Willden Comments, feedback or complaints? Email editor@sportsguidemag.com or send mail to 772 East 3300 South, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, UT 84106.
9th Annual HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation Climb4Life Help raise money for ovarian cancer research at this climbing event (hosted by Black Diamond) from September 16–18. Climbers of all ages and skills levels are invited to participate, and professional climbers will be on hand to help instruct you. Not into climbing, but still want to participate? This year hiking and running will be offered as alternatives for the first time. Climb4Life also includes yoga, massages, parties, a film festival and raffle. The registration fee is $75 with a minimum of $125 fundraising required. herafoundation.org
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Sinner Six 10K
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Editor’s Note
This inaugural costumeencouraged race starts at 7 a.m. on Sunday, August 22 at the Newpark Plaza in Park City. Dress up as your idea of a sinner (but keep it PG-rated) and have some fun in this limited-entry race, a fairly flat loop course through the bike paths and quiet streets south of the Plaza. This fun run will be chip timed, but does not offer place or overall awards. There will be awards for best male, female costumes that meet the safety and modesty guidelines. Sinner Six participants will receive an embroidered runner cap—red, of course! pcmarathon.com
XTERRA Utah Take part in a great off-road triathlon on Saturday, September 25, beginning at Pineview Reservoir’s Port Ramp Marina near Snowbasin in Ogden. This year the event will be offered in two distances. The full distance race is a 1500M swim, 30K mountain bike and 10K trail run. The sport distance is a 750M swim, 19K mountain bike and 5K trail run. The race ends at Snowbasin. You can race as a team or individual, and the event includes a t-shirt and post-race refreshments. Check online for more information. xterraplanet.com
Festival of Flavors Love Utah beer? Then make your way to Brian Head Resort on Saturday, August 21 for first annual Festival of Flavors. The festival will feature beer from at least 11 Utah breweries and wine from Castle Creek Winery. A small beer competition is also scheduled to take place. Food, music and lodging will also be available. Check online for more information. brianhead.com
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Get ready to swim, bike and run on Saturday, August 21 at Jordanelle Reservoir in Park City. This event is rated as one of the top 100 triathlons in the nation by Triathlete magazine. Everything from the wildlife to the boardwalks on the river bottoms will remind you of why you love the outdoors. Sprint and Olympic distances will be offered. triutah.com
Put your mountain biking skills to the test at this 3000 vertical foot hill climb at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 18 at Snowbird. The race begins at Gad Valley and ends on top of Hidden Peak where there will be food, drinks, music, awards, beautiful scenery and a free ride down the tram. Register online at active.com or in person at Millcreek Bicycles (3969 South Wasatch Boulevard). Call Sport-Am with questions at 801-583-6281. sports-am.com
GREAT UTAH BICYCLE FESTIVAL Spend Labor Day weekend (September 3–6) cycling in historic Minersville, Utah near Beaver! Miles and miles of roads and trails will be available for all kinds of biking: mountain biking, road biking, racing, cyclocross, randonee and recreational biking. There will be music, food and fun for everyone. The GRUB Fest helps to raise funds and awareness for the Salt Lake Veteran’s Hospital Psychiatric Department. A minimum of $10 will be donated from each GRUB Fest registration. web.bike2bike.biz
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Midnight Moon 5K Run Run a 5K under the moonlight at Sandy's Alta Canyon Park on August 27 at midnight. Registration is available at the Sandy Parks and Recreation Office (440 East 8680 South) or online. Awards will be given for first place overall male and female finishers as well as age division winners. A family discount is available to immediate family members with three or more people registering from the same household. sandy.utah.gov/parks
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Navigating the swift waters of Cataract Canyon.
he mighty Colorado River is a muddy vein of silt-rich water that tumbles precipitously out from the mountains of Colorado, through the arid deserts of Utah, into the endless labyrinth of canyons in Arizona and terminates in Mexico’s Gulf of California. Its previously untamed waters were the subject of legend and symbolized the life-blood of early civilization in the western United States. Explorers once believed the river could potentially serve as a massive inland waterway shipping lane from the Pacific to the Midwest. However, most did not realize (although a few brave souls found out) that the river was plagued with narrow corridors that spawned relentless whitewater rapids and hull-smashing boulders. Explorers like John Wesley Powell ultimately determined that the river was navigable, but only in very specialized vessels incapable of carrying large amounts of supplies. Since the days of Powell, the Colorado is a very different place. Through civil engineering projects like the Hoover and Glen Canyon Dams, the power of the river has been harnessed to produce billions of kilowatts of energy to power the large metropolises of the Southwest. As boating technology improved, the river became a major attraction for recreation. Guide companies and outfitters began setting up shop on the banks of the glorious waterway, touting grand adventure and adrenaline-pumping tours. So upon moving to Utah, I had to indulge in my own escapade and witness the excitement firsthand. Being novice boaters at the time, three friends and I set our sights on the stretch of river that runs near Moab, Utah. Most people know it as The Daily, mainly because it’s a short float
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(13 miles) that requires minimal preparation to undertake. We started our trip by stopping at a local outfitter to rent a boat. They recommended we choose between a ninefoot Mini Me and a slightly larger, more spacious craft. Thinking nine feet would be plenty of room for four men and a cooler; we strapped the boat to the top of our Toyota Prius. Even on a car that size, the boat looked small. No matter, we thought it would work so we cruised over to the gas station to fill our cooler with refreshing adult beverages. As we stood in the parking lot loading our libations with ice, a Forest Service vehicle pulled alongside us and inquired where we were headed. Upon telling the ranger our plan, she let out a disheartening “ha.” Taking one last look at our boat, she laughed again and wished us good luck. At that point we realized we needed a bigger boat. Luckily the shop let us exchange for a larger one and we were off. With our spirits lifted, we drove east to the put-in and started our great adventure. As we began, we admired the glistening red-rock cliffs that vaulted up from the river. Our first few rapids were exciting, but we wanted something bigger. We soon got our wish as we came upon a newer rapid that was created by a flood a few years earlier. The outfitter had warned us that a cavernous, boat-eating hole had formed on the river left at this flow and that it would behoove us to stay away. Paddling headlong into the maw we narrowly skirted the massive wave and were through the rapid. Along the way we collected some great pictures on my buddy Steve’s waterproof camera, who on the last rapid decided to ride the bow like a bucking bronco. Powering through the final bit of whitewater, Steve had a fantastic ride and we pulled over to take out. Unfortunately, the camera didn’t make it. Guess it wasn’t drop proof. After a few expletives, we piled
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Enjoying the beautiful and surreal river landscapes near the bottom of Split Mountain.
into the car for the ride home. Although the evidence that we’d “conquered� the river was lost to its murky depths, we all knew it was a trip we’d always remember. For those seeking their own unique river experience, a variety of rafting opportunities await the intrepid boater in and around Utah. If you and your crew are looking for a quick end of the summer trip, I recommend visiting the Moab Daily. It’s an enjoyable jaunt and you can even camp along Highway 128 and relive your moments on the river as you hang out by the fire. Or check out the abbreviated guide below to get you on your way to an epic voyage, no matter which river you choose.
Local River Guide UTAH: Green River- One of the longest rivers in the state, The Green offers several great sections that will satisfy your inner adrenaline junkie. One of the most scenic stretches is the Gates of Ladore. It presents some solid class III-IV paddling and the majestic landscape will leave you spellbound. Ladore can be quite technical and rocky at lower flows (800-1200 CFS), as Major Powell and his crew found out when they tried to navigate this portion of the river too early in the year. Combine this section with Spilt Mountain Gorge for a tremendous multi-day trip that will live on in your memory forever. If you want to hit up The Green’s southern reaches, try Desolation Canyon. This 84-mile desert-esque stretch begins with flat water, but Continued on page 12
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RIVER RUNNING...Continued from page 11 then it cranks up and delivers some great rapids for the majority of the float. The camping along Deso is great, and the sandy beach sites are easy on the boats and the feet. Due to the increasing popularity of these sections, permits are required. For Ladore and Split Mountain permits, contact Dinosaur National Monument at 970374-2468. Permits for Deso can be obtained through the BLM office at 435-636-3622. The issuance of permits ensures the highest quality experience by limiting the traffic on the river and at campsites. A little tip for you novices, enter in for permits with a few of your buddies to increase your odds of getting chosen. Colorado River- Cataract Canyon is probably the most notable stretch of whitewater in the state, possibly the West, and it makes for an epic multi-day trip. Beginning just outside of Canyonlands National Park near Moab, Cat will test your boating skills as it delivers one of the most visceral experiences of your life. As you and your buddies deftly maneuver through Big Drops One, Two and Three, you’ll understand the full force of the river. This five- to six-day journey will leave you with unforgettable memories. Permits for this trip are easy to obtain; the best way to secure one is to call Canyonlands National Park at 435-259-4351. If you’re not quite ready for Cat, check out Westwater Canyon. Intermediate and advanced paddlers will enjoy this scenic stretch of river as they take in the breathtaking strata of the canyon and the rippling black water below. Watch out for Skull Rapid on your way down, as it has a history of eating boats, and whole crews, alive. Kayakers should have plenty of raft support for this journey, which should be done in two days to fully enjoy it. Permits for Westwater are notoriously hard to acquire for June–August. Contact the BLM at 435-259-7012 two months prior to your expected launch date to ensure you get on the river. WYOMING: Snake River-Jackson Hole is one of the few authentic western towns left in the nation, and its whitewater is as wild as the ladies and gentleman that frequent the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar. Floating through the majestic Snake River Canyon makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in
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time. The water is pure, clear, deep and frigid. The raging rapids will grip your soul, and seeing your best friend’s face fill with genuine fear is something you’ll never forget. Keep an eye out for surfers (yes, with boards) at Lunch Counter, but don’t stare too long or you’ll end up a bit soggy. Although this is only a short section, the full Wyoming experience is worth the trip. No permit required. IDAHO: Salmon River- The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is a journey into the Idahoan wilderness that requires much preparation and dedication. For the low price of six dollars, you and your group can enter the lottery for a permit. Believe me, winning this lottery is more sought after than the Powerball in some circles. For permit info, visit: fs.fed.us/r4/sc/recreation/4rivers. These trips present a variety of logistical challenges that you may want to forego for your first river visit. If that’s the case, check out some of the local guide companies that offer single and multi-day trips to a variety of exciting locations. The guide services are usually allinclusive, which makes planning easier. For Northern Utah, check out Adrift Adventures (adriftadventures. com). In Southern Utah visit Moab Adventure Center (moabadventurecenter.com). If you’re looking to head to Wyoming for the weekend, visit Mad River Boat Trips (madriver.com). Each company has years of experience showing people a great time, and you can count on coming away satisfied.
BEST BETS FOR RIVER GEAR By Jenny Willden Not sure what to pack for your whitewater rafting or kayaking trip? Be prepared for any river adventure by bringing along these great items. KOKATAT OUTFIT TOUR PFD Stay safe on the river wearing this U.S. Coast Guard-approved PFD that includes a strobe lash tab and reflective tape for added safety. The deep cut neck and arm holes allow for full range of motion, while the shoulders are adjustable for a custom fit. Safely store electronics and other important items in the multiple zipped pockets. Also available in a women’sspecific style, the MS Fit Tour. $143 kokatat.com KOKATAT TROPOS SWIFT DRY PANT Keep dry when rafting through rapids or kayaking in the waterproof, breathable Swift Pant, which features a neoprene waistband and latex ankle gaskets to provide protection when wading into waist deep water. $129 kokatat.com Continued on page 14
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RIVER RUNNING...Continued from page 13 KOKATAT GORE-TEX® ROGUE DRY TOP Ready to invest in a superior dry top for your water adventures? Then this is it! Not for the budget conscious, the Rogue blends three different GORE-TEX® laminates for breathability, durability and superior dryness. Latex gaskets with neoprene keep water out so you stay dry and comfortable. $400 kokatat.com HELLY HANSEN TRAIL MOC Get the toe protection and grip of a trail running shoe combined with the ventilation of a sandal! Great for running, rafting and hiking, these all-purpose shoes shed excess moisture and drain quickly to keep feet cool. $80 hellyhansen.com CHACO® PRO SERIES SANDAL If you’ll be spending lots of time time on the water, invest in these sandals designed for and by river guides. The ultrasticky Vibram® outsole grips on wet rocks, slick surfaces and steep hills to prevent falls. But be wary of using this sandal in your natural habitat, the sticky outsole marks floors. Available in a variety of strap styles, but we like the Z/1® Pros because they stay on your feet and can accommodate neoprene booties for cold water use. For men and women. $105 chacousa.com JULBO® BOAVISTA SUNGLASSES e Boavista’s Boavista s wrap-around wrap around Designed for active women, the design gives you full eye protection while the grippy stem ends hold glasses on without sticking to your hair. omic, The Octopus® lens is photochromic, polarized and features a watershedding hydrophobic coating that’s ideal for m river rafting. $180 julbousa.com GRANITE GEAR ÜBERLIGHT DRYSACK Stow items you want as you raft in this ridiculously light, transparent drysack (less than half the weight of a similarsized sil nylon sacks). It's completely waterproof to protect gear, even if the boat flips. Available in a variety of sizes from 7–18 liters. From $38.95 granitegear.com
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definitely a rookie wakeboarder, but when I popped out of the water for the first time I knew I was going to be hooked! Cutting through a beautiful, glassy lake while being pulled behind a boat makes for a sport that's as entertaining to watch as it is to do. Plus, wakeboarding is an amazing workout for your entire body! Want more information about wakeboarding in Utah? Visit wakeutah.com. If you're ready to jump in and get started, there are a few important items you'll want to buy or borrow first. Here's our list of wakeboarding must-haves for 2010. O’NEILL EPIC II CT WETSUIT Great for early morning or cool water wakeboarding, the Epic wetsuit will keep you toasty with its moisturewicking Firewall g. Insulation jersey lining. d A long rear zipper and b rip-and-stick neck tab d allow you to dress and
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undress yourself quickly, without enlisting the help of a friend. Plus, the stretchy neoprene panels and paddle zones promote chafe-free movement. The abrasion-resistant Krypto Knee Padz extend the life of your wetsuit and protect your knees from damage. Available for men and women. $160 oneill.com O’NEILL LAW USCG WAKE VEST The most comfortable wakeboarding vest ever! Armholes are cut for full range of motion, and the segmented foam core allows the vest to compress and twist for easy movement. The concealed dual belt system, windresistant glideskin panels and contoured fit make the Law look slick and perform well. This vest runs small, so buy a size up. Available for men and women. $125 oneill.com SKIRT SPORTS® BRAKINI TOP AND BOTTOMS No matter how cute it is, wakeboarding isn’t the time to
sport your itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polka dot bikini. Prevent embarrassing exposures with a swim Brakini. This top is designed for swimming, cycling or running and has an interior drawcord to keep it from flipping up when jumping in water. The bikini bottoms provide full cheek coverage and are low-rider style. Also perfect for triathlons. Top $44, Bottoms $44 skirtsports.com SKIRT SPORTS® SUNLESS TEE Protect yourself on the boat or in the water with this UPF 50 surfing-style rashguard. It’s swimfriendly and form fitting to prevent drag. Plus, it looks cute on and matches the Brakini! $50 skirtsports.com
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O’NEILL LOPEZ FREAK BOARDSHORTS For water warm enough to forgo a wetsuit, try these bo boardshorts made fro from quick-drying D Dryfl ex 4-way st stretch fabric. T They feature a V Velcro fly to keep yo covered, a you zi zipped pocket and st stretch panels for movement. The Lopez Freak is designed with no inseam for rash prevention and extra comfort. $70 oneill.com
gives you great pop off the wake and promotes smooth carving. The Sprint boots pair well with the State board and are ideal for beginners. They feature quick one-cinch adjustments, soft EVA foam in the sole and rear flex zones to prevent pinching. A women’s-specific version of this board (Eden) and boot (Ivy) is available. $345 hyperlite.com
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SWITCH VISION ALTITUDE SUNGLASSES Protect your eyes in all light conditions with new Switch Vision glasses. The scratchresistant lenses are made from shatterproof polycarbonate and interchange easily with magnets, but stay in place in even the most jarring sports. Perfect for wearing on the boat because they repel water. The Altitudes come with three different lenses and pods to store them in. From $169 switchvision.com
WHERE TO SHOP You can get great wakeboarding gear locally at Utah shops. Here are a few of our favorite spots to check out. MARINE PRODUCTS PRO SHOP 10835 South State, Sandy, 801-553-8332, 949 West 1700 South, SLC, 801-973-4017, marine-products.com M & M WATER SPORTS 1015 North 200 West, Springville, 801-491-3710, mmwatersports.com PARKS SPORTSMAN 644 North State Street, Orem, 801-225-0227, parkssportsman.com SKI ‘N SEE 9400 South 772 East, Sandy, 801-571-2031, 1339 East Fort Union, Midvale, 801-733-4477 skinsee.com UTAH WATER SPORTS 11017 South Jordan Gateway, South Jordan, 801-495-2400, utahwatersports.com
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GENERATION VACATION Camping Adventures for the WHOLE Family BY MOLLY NEWMAN
With the cost of travel on the rise, more families are looking for vacation opportunities in their own backyards. Inexpensive, accessible and fun camping trips can bring your whole family together... and there’s no better place than Utah for parents and kids to pitch their tents. Here, we’ve gathered a few key strategies to guarantee a fail-safe trip.
Bring a friend. To stave off boredom and keep the fun factor high, encourage your child to invite a good friend to camp with you. Ideally, this friend should be one who’s had sleepovers with your kid before. They’ll keep each other entertained and enjoy sharing memories of the trip after you return home.
Pick a spot. When planning your camping trip, consider your whole family’s preferences. Do you want to rough it in the backcountry or have hot showers on hand? Do you plan to go hiking, swimming or kayaking? The campground listings at utah.com/database/campgrounds and stateparks.utah.gov/parks are perfect places to start your search.
Switch off gadgets. Most camping families have a “no electronics� rule—it’s all too easy for kids to get sucked into a video game and ignore the world around them. Prepare your kids for the shutdown ahead of time by inviting them to choose tech-free toys and games to bring along. Jump ropes, pick-up sticks, toy trucks and playing cards are all great alternatives.
Share the load. Camping trips involve plenty of hands-on work, from pitching tents to putting out the campfire. Involve your child in these tasks whenever possible. He’ll enjoy learning new skills as you work alongside him and show him the best way to coil a rope or stake a pole. Children as young as two or three can gather kindling, while older kids can lay a fire, strike a tent or assemble tinfoil packet dinners (see recipe in next column). Even washing dishes can be fun when done in the great outdoors. See the sights. Even if your family’s energy is low, start your trip off right with a short 0hike. You’ll build the kids’ enthusiasm, and the inevitably slow pace of a walk with children will give you a chance to catch your breath. Continued on page 20
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GENERATION VACATION...Continued from page 18 Don’t forget to do a little stargazing, too: Utah’s crystal-clear mountain air means you’re almost guaranteed to see meteors, planets and constellations that are invisible within city limits. For daytime or nighttime sightseeing, a sturdy, inexpensive pair of binoculars is a great investment. Turn your child on to the plants and animals he sees with a kid-friendly field guide. We like the Peterson First Guides series; or, for an area-specific guide to all kinds of creatures, visit eNature.com and enter the ZIP code of your destination. Eat hearty. There’s something about fresh air and campfire smoke that turns even picky kids into ravenous eaters. Plan on two hot meals a day—probably breakfast and dinner—plus a filling lunch and plenty of snacks. Skip expensive purchased munchies in favor of homemade trail mix, fresh or dried fruit or string cheese. Try one of these recipes for a quick, easy refueling, or check out The Scouts’ Outdoor Cookbook ($20) for more inspiration. DIY TINFOIL DINNERS Cater to everyone’s food preferences with these easy-to-make campfire treats. • heavy-duty aluminum foil • non-stick cooking spray Mix and match these options as you like: • onions and potatoes, sliced • carrots, zucchini or red bell peppers, cut in thin strips • frozen corn or peas • drained canned beans • thin hamburger patties • boneless chicken breasts • seasoning options: soy sauce, Italian seasoning, taco seasoning, barbecue sauce, ranch dressing mix, cream of mushroom soup, lemon or lime slices For each serving, cut one piece of foil three times as wide as the piece of meat being used. Mist with cooking spray. Place vegetables on foil; sprinkle lightly with desired seasoning. Top with meat and sprinkle with more seasoning. Fold
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up sides of aluminum foil, holding top edges together; make a 1” fold and crease; fold over and crease again. Crimp sides of packet and crease; fold over and crease again. Set on embers and bake 20 to 30 minutes, turning gently every five minutes. Open carefully—steam is hot! PEPITAS SNACK MIX Crunchy pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, are a perfect snack for trailside or campsite. They’re packed with protein, iron and magnesium to keep everyone energized. • 2 cups pepitas (green pumpkin seeds) • 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp chili powder OR 2 Tbsp honey • Salt to taste • Optional: dry-roasted peanuts, pretzel sticks, raisins, chopped dried apricots Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Toss together pepitas, olive oil and salt. Spread on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Roast for 5 to 10 minutes, until seeds are crispy, fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from oven and immediately toss with chili powder or honey. Let cool, then combine with additional ingredients if desired and store in a zip-top plastic bag.
FAMILY CAMPING by the Numbers Whether your child is a newborn, a third-grader or a teenager, these tips will help you plan a trip that’s just right for his or her interests and abilities. Ages birth–1: Congratulations, new parents! Right now, your child is easier to bring along on a camping trip than she will ever be again... at least until she hits age 15 or so. You don’t need much special gear (though a waterproof bag for diapers, like JamTots’ KangaSac ($15), will be a lifesaver). Leave the playpen at home, strap baby to your back and get going. Ages 2–5: At this age, nature is a wonderland. Kids will happily explore for hours, until hunger or exhaustion hits: then watch out. Providing a familiar routine for bedtime, bathtime and meals will help stave off any meltdowns.
Look for campgrounds with amenities like showers, picnic tables and flush toilets. Ages 6–10: Kids in this age range are eager to help plan family activities. Get their input on possible destinations and activities. Invite them to review trail maps with you and select a hike or two. They may even be ready to sleep in (and set up) their own tents. Ages 11+: Tweenage and teenage kids are ready for an intense adventure. Consider leaving the campground behind and heading on a full-fledged backpacking trip. Sound overwhelming? Hike-in campgrounds provide a great transitional step. Besides toting gear, kids this age can help with learn the right way to build a campfire and cook simple meals on an outdoor stove.
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DURAFLAME® STAX® LOGS When it’s time to cozy up around the campfire, Duraflame’s Stax® Logs eliminate fussing with kindling and flying sparks. Simply stack two logs together and ignite, and you’ll be moments away from the warmth and crackle of a blazing fire. Just three Stax logs produce a fire equivalent to a whole bundle of wood. About $9/3-pack, duraflame.com OSPREY® FARPOINT SERIES PACK Introduce your family to the fun of backpacking with a simple, lightweight model like Osprey’s Farpoint pack. Offering up to 4200 cubic inches of carrying space, the Farpoint boasts an easy-to-use fixed harness and a detachable daypack that’s perfect for short hikes around camp. Plus, it unzips like a duffle so you can easly access items at the bottom of the pack. From $179, ospreypacks.com
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Near the end of the race Team Tumor donned hospital gowns and crossed the finish line with their final runner, Dov Siporin.
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Through doubt, fear and several setbacks, 14 cancer patients, survivors and supporters came together as Team Tumor at the Ragnar Wasatch Back Relay on June 18 and 19 to inspire people living with cancer and to raise funds for the Huntsman Foundation. The team’s participation proved to themselves and the rest of the world that, “Cancer can’t stop us!” Team Tumor was uncertain they could participate in the relay because two runners pulled out due to injury within a week of the start, then team captain and co-founder, Suzanne Harsha-Arevalo (colon cancer patient), had to pull out due to the death of her father. Co-captain, Anna Marie Forest (skin cancer survivor), shifted into overdrive and enlisted the help of her other teammates to find replacement runners, coordinate rental vehicles and gather last minute supplies. Miraculously, Team Tumor
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was at the starting line of the 2010 Wasatch Back Relay. The Wasatch Back Relay consists of 12-runner teams where each person runs three legs that vary in length from three to eight miles. As one person runs the other team members leap frog two vehicles to each exchange while cheering for the runners along the way. The course totals 188 miles and changes elevation frequently as it snakes along the east side of the Wasatch Mountains from Logan to Park City, Utah. The goal for team founder, Dov Siporin, was simply to finish. Since being diagnosed with colon cancer three years ago, he has participated in several running events during chemotherapy and between treatments. In the past, racing was about beating back cancer, but now his prognosis has changed from treating
for a cure to being terminal, and he had doubts about participating, “If running in these events doesn’t help cure me, does it do any good?” These thoughts are familiar to team member Jaimee Al-Kinani, a skin cancer survivor and current brain cancer patient, who is now undergoing iron infusions to rebuild her red blood cells, which were decimated by chemotherapy. Her answer was that she needed to do something for herself. She needed this, “emotionally as well as mentally.” Having felt that she missed out on so many things due to her illness, she went against her doctor’s wishes and joined Team Tumor. With her body in upheaval, the organizers allowed her to run in tandem with Sherri Nielsen (breast cancer survivor). Jaimee’s goal for the race was to do a little of each of her assigned legs.
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Team Tumor at the start of the 2010 Wasatch Back Relay in Logan. From left to right back row: Paul Fulton, Meghan O'Vary, Jaimee Al-Kinani, Sherri Nielsen, Gustavo Flores, NiCole Batten, Anna Marie Forest, Matt Bartley, Breck Byington. Front row: Cathryn Smith, Suzanne Harsha-Arevalo, Nancy Heidman, Dov Siporion.
Jaimee impressively completed her entire first leg, but when the time came for her second she had to sit it out while she struggled with a 101 degree fever. By Saturday morning she felt like a wreck, but her fever was gone and she was determined to do her best on the final leg, “I knew I had pushed really hard on Friday, but I figured that I was already going to have a tough recovery so I kept going.” Jaimee and Sherri arrived at their final exchange relieved and satisfied after running the complete length.
In Van #2 Dov felt the pain. From his first leg to his last, he suffered. From past experiences he knew that if you have to walk, or even crawl, you can make it through. On more than one occasion during this race he was on his knees. So when Suzanne was able to join Dov for the final leg of the race it added support, purpose and meaning to the whole journey. In response to his own question before the race, Dov said, “I worry about what I am teaching my kids…it does matter…pushing on no matter what, we still make every moment count. That’s important.”
Team Tumor pushed on with the generous support and participation from healthy runners willing to give their best, and they drew inspiration from their cancer survivor teammates. After 33 hours of racing, Team Tumor crossed the finish line, proving that indeed, cancer can’t stop them. For more information on Team Tumor and the Huntsman Foundation visit: huntsmancancerfoundation.org/ netcommunity/teamtumor.
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Tour of Utah Ultimate Challenge—6:00 a.m. Park City, UT. A non-competitive ride for cycling enthusiasts. The course starts in Park City and finishes at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, and it is the same route that the world’s top professional bike racers will ride a week later during the Tour of Utah. Begins at Park City High School. www.tourofutah.com
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AUGUST 13-15 Flyin’ Brian Gravity Festival—Super D, Trail Bike, DH, www.go-ride.com
AUGUST 14 Sundance Hill Climb— Czar 801-223-4121, www.sundance-utah.com
Riding for a Reason— 8:00 a.m. Over Emigration Canyon and East Canyon, Salt Lake City, UT. On Hill Events 801-335-4940, info@onhillevents.com, www.riding4areason.com
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(endurance) and Super D on Saturday. Cross country (endurance) and Downhill (gravity) on Sunday. XC and DH are qualifiers for 2011 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships. www.racesmsc.com/events/ fulltiltintelluride.html
AUGUST 21 Tour of Utah Amateur Criterium—As Historic Main Street in Park City plays host to some of the top cycling teams in the country for the Tour of Utah Stage 4, amateur racers will also get their opportunity to race on this challenging course that will test all levels. Eric 801-541-3840, www.skiutahcycling.com
AUGUST 28 Mt. Ogden 50K/100K— Snowbasin, UT. This event has been expanded to include 100K event and a four-person relay. www.snowbasin.com
AUGUST 28-30 Hoodoo 500—St. George, UT. The most epic and challenging ultracycling race, the Hoodoo 500 route passes through or around three National Parks, three National Monuments and several Utah State Parks. www.hoodoo500.com
SEPTEMBER 3-6 MSC #8, Winter Park Pursuit—Winter Park, CO. Short Track (endurance), Cross Country (endurance), Super D (endurance/gravity), Four Cross (gravity) and Downhill (gravity). All events are qualifiers for the 2011 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships. www.racemsc. com/schedule/ winterparkpursuit.html
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CYCLING SEPTEMBER 4 Park City Point 2 Point— Park City, UT. A true point 2 point race! Thanks to the plethora of trails in this area, the race will never be on the same trail twice. Over 90% of the race is singletrack. 78 miles & 14,000’ of climbing. www.thepcpp.com
SEPTEMBER 4-7 GRUB Fest—6:00 a.m. Rural Beaver County, Minersville, UT. With 300+ miles of road and 100+ miles of double and single track dirt. web.bike2bike.biz
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SEPTEMBER 18 12 Hours of Sundance— Sundance, UT. Come challenge the clock. Each rider or team competes against the clock and each other to see who can ride the most laps in a 12-hour period. Strategy and endurance are key factors in an event like this. Solo, 2-person and 4-person teams. www.sundanceresort. com/explore/sum_ biking_races.html
SEPTEMBER 10-12 MSC #9, Fall Classic— Breckenridge, CO. Circuit Race (endurance-short track) and Time Trial (endurance- hill climb) on Saturday. Epic backcountry Cross Country (endurance) on Sunday. Cross Country is a qualifier for 2011 USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Championships. www.racemsc.com/ events/thefallclassic.html
SEPTEMBER 11 11th Annual Sundance Single Speed Challenge—Sundance, UT. Czar 801-223-4121, www.sundanceresort.com, www.utahmountainbiking. com
SEPTEMBER 11 Climber’s Trophy—8:30 a.m. Jon 435-901-8872, www.teamcsr.org
SEPTEMBER 11 LOTOJA Classic, RR— 206 miles, Logan, UT to Jackson Hole, WY. www.lotojaclassic.com
SEPTEMBER 18 Sports-AM Widow Maker Mountain Bike Hill Climb—10:00 a.m. Gad Valley, Snowbird, UT. sportsguidemag.com
SEPTEMBER 19 Tour des Suds Mountain Bike Race—10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park City’s City Park and Deer Valley Resort, UT. The race will start at 10 a.m. at City Park; from there racers will climb the Tour des Suds trail located on Flagstaff Mountain at Deer Valley Resort. Awards and festivities will take place on Main Street following the race. Mountain Trails Foundation 435-649-6839, www.mountaintrails.org
SEPTEMBER 25 West Yellowstone Old Faithful Cycle Tour— 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 60-mile supported ride from West Yellowstone to Old Faithful and back. Cycle past golden aspen, bugling elk and steamy geysers in our nation’s first national park. Great for families. T-shirt, feed stations, on-course mechanics and post-ride meal are all included. www.cycleyellowstone.com
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Mountain to Metro Harvest Moon Criterium—Ogden, UT. www.teamexcelerator.com
24 Hours of Moab—Noon, Moab, UT. www.grannygear.com
OCTOBER 9 Sports-AM City Creek Bike Sprint Hill Climb— 10:00 a.m. Salt Lake City, UT. www.sports-am.com
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SEPTEMBER 24-26 Castle Country Single-track Mountain Bike Festival —
Price, UT. All single track rides. The newest system in the state! 435-636-3702, www. carbon.utah.gov/recreation/ mountain bike festival.htm
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REI COMMUNITY EVENTS SANDY CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Sandy City REI store. REI is located at 10600 South & 230 West in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall property. For more information and to register for presentations, please call 801-501-0850 or visit our website at www.rei.com/sandy.
AUGUST 19 Backpacking Basics— 7:00 p.m. at REI Sandy. In this show-and-tell session we’ll cover the basics of backpacking gear, including how to choose the right pack and select the proper clothing and footwear to keep you comfortable. SALT LAKE CITY - The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Salt Lake City REI store. REI is located at 3285 East & 3300 South. For more information and to register for presentations, please call 801-486-2100 or visit our website at www.rei.com/saltlakecity.
AUGUST 9 Backpacking Basics— 7:00 p.m. at REI SLC. We’ll cover the basics of backpacking gear, including how to choose the right pack and select the proper clothing and footwear to keep you comfortable.
AUGUST 10 AUGUST 11 GPS 201—6:00- 8:30 p.m. at REI Sandy. Learn how to use your GPS unit in conjunction with mapping software; become familiar with TOPO! Maps and how to transfer waypoints from TOPO! to your GPS unit. Participants should have some familiarity with GPS or have attended REI’s GPS Basics class. $20 for REI members and $35 for non-member.
AUGUST 12 Bike Maintenance Basics—7:00 p.m. at REI Sandy. If you ride a bike, you need this class! In this informative presentation you’ll learn how to lube a chain, fi x a flat tire in record time and make other minor adjustments to your bike.
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Bike Maintenance Basics—7:00 p.m. at REI SLC. If you ride a bike, you need this class! In this informative presentation you’ll learn how to lube a chain, fi x a flat tire in record time and make other minor adjustments to your bike.
AUGUST 17 GPS BASICS—7:00 p.m. at REI SLC. Participants attending this presentation will receive a basic overview of the features and functions of a GPS unit. Instruction includes GPS setup, capturing waypoints, working with coordinates and waypoint navigation.
AUGUST 14 REI MEMBERS ONLY GARAGE SALE EVENT— sportsguidemag.com
RUNNING 9:00 a.m. at REI SLC. For great deals on used and returned gear, REI Garage Sales are the place to shop! Save 30-60% of retail prices. All items are non-returnable and non-dividendable. Entry when doors open is determined by random lottery.
the entire family and join us for this exciting event. ALL proceeds will directly benefi t members of Wasatch Mental Health. www. wasatchwellnessrun.com
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Sports-AM Half Marathon & Relay—7:00 a.m. From Little Dell Bridge to The Marriott University Park Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT. Register at active.com, 801-583-6281, www.sports-am.com
Lehigh Valley Health Network Marathon for Via—7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Lehigh Valley Health Network Marathon for Via is a unique fi ve-person Team Relay, Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K Walk. The course starts at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest in Allentown and takes runners through the beautiful Lehigh Parkway to the Lehigh River Canal Towpath continuing through Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton, PA. www.vianet.org/marathon
Tower Rock Run 10K, 5K and Fun Run/Walk—8:00 a.m. Navajo Cliffs Picnic Area. 10 W. Sheep Creek Geological Loop, Manila, UT. www.daggettcounty. org/index.aspx?NID=214
2nd Annual Brian Head Ski Team ULLR 5K—11:00 a.m. Brian Head, UT. Come celebrate ULLR, the Norse God of snow and skiing. This is a scenic, trail run through some of the most beautiful country in Southern Utah. **Please note 15% of this run is on pavement, so trail shoes are highly recommended. **Oh, yeah....and although there isn't a HUGE elevation change throughout the run....Brian Head IS at 10,000ft. No BIG DEAL!!!
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Park City Sinner Six 10K—7:00 a.m. A costumeencouraged fun run. Start/ finish: Newpark Sundial Plaza, Park City, UT. www.pcmarathon.com, info@pcmarathon.com
Red Rock Relay—5:00 p.m. Brian Head Resort, Brian Head, UT. www. redrockrelay.com
R U N N IN NG AUGUST 13-14 Cache Teton Relay— Logan, UT to Jackson Hole (Teton Village), WY. www.epicrelays.com
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6th Annual Davis County Walks 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Race—7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Legacy Events Center, 151 South 1100 West, Farmington, UT. Preregistration due by Friday, August 13, 5:00 p.m. $20 www.daviscountywalks. regtix.com
AUGUST 21 Park City Race WeekendPark City Marathon & Half Marathon—6:30 a.m. Start/finish: Newpark Sundial Plaza, (1258 Center Drive) Park City, UT. www.pcmarathon.com, info@pcmarathon.com
AUGUST 21 Wasatch Wellness Run— 9:00 a.m. Mt. Timpanogos Park, Highway 189 (One mile up Provo Canyon) Orem, UT. 10K, 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk is bound to be a fantastic event again this year. Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week is just one of the reasons to bring sportsguidemag.com
AUGUST 27-28 Midnight Moon 5K Run— 11:59 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Sandy, UT. Includes a race shirt. Awards will be given for first place overall male and female finishers as well as age division winners. There will be a prize drawing at the conclusion of the race. Register at Sandy Parks and Recreation Office (440 East 8680 South), or online at www.sandy.utah.gov/parks.
AUGUST 28 Top of Utah Half Marathon—Logan, UT. Run three weeks before the full marathon. It covers from mile 7 to 21 on the full marathon route. A beautiful and fast course. www. topofutahmarathon.com
SEPTEMBER 10 Wasatch Front 100 Mile Endurance Run—5:00 p.m. East Mountain Wilderness Park, 650 N. 1600 East, Kaysville, UT. www.wasatch100.com
SEPTEMBER 10 Spanish Fork 1/2 Marathon & 5K—7:00 a.m. Spanish Fork Library, 49 S. Main Street, Spanish Fork, UT. www.spanishforkhalf.com
SEPTEMBER 18 Top of Utah Marathon— Logan, UT. Starts up Blacksmith Fork Canyon at Hardware Ranch and ends at the Merlin Olsen Park in Logan. Beautiful course through Blacksmith Fork Canyon and through small farming communities in Cache Valley. www. topofutahmarathon.com
SEPTEMBER 11 Little Grand Canyon Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K—6:30 a.m. to Huntington City Park, San Fafael Swell, UT. www. mammothmarathons.com
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The Classic Race— 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Layton Commons Park, Layton, UT. Northern Utah’s premier 10K and 5K road race. The 26th Annual Classic Race will benefi t Heart Services in northern Utah. www. theclassicrace.blogspot.com
SEPTEMBER 11 Utah Marathon Relay & Kid’s K—7:00 a.m. South Jordan River Front Park, 11235 S. 900 West, South Jordan, UT. www. utahmarathonrelay.com
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Sports-AM Hidden Peak Challenge Run/Walk— 10:00 a.m. Salt Lake City, UT. 801-583-6281, www.sports-am.com Bob Marshall’s Kick in the ALS 5K Run/Walk— 8:00 a.m. East end of Murray-Holladay Road, 2631 East Murray-Holladay Road, Holladay, UT. Register at active.com, www.bobmarshall5k.com
SEPTEMBER 18 Cedar Canyon Half Marathon—200 N. 100 East, Cedar City, UT. www.cedarcityevents. org/calendar.html
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TRIA ATHLON & MULTIS SPORTS; WATERSPORT TS SEPTEMBER 18 Racing Cane 6K/3K/1K— 8:00 a.m. Mountain View High School. 645 W. Center Street, Orem, UT. www.run13.com
SEPTEMBER 25 Save Your Skin 10K— 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Bountiful, UT. Come run and promote skin cancer awareness and prevention. Host group: South Davis Road Runners. Lora Erickson 801-299-1601, lora@blonderunner.com, www.saveyourskin10k.com
OCTOBER 2 Wild Stampede 5K Run for Wildlife—9 a.m. Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Avenue, Salt Lake City, UT. Food, live music, awards and a fun run beginning and ending at the Zoo. utahaazk@gmail. com, www.utahaazk.org
OCTOBER 22-23 Ragnar Relay Las Vegas 2010—7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. You and 11 of your closest friends running relay-style day and night. Starting in the red rock oasis of Valley Of Fire State Park, your team of 12 maniacs will be embarking on a 195-Mile AdventureFest sure to fill all of your desires. The race (and your stamina) will wrap up at Red Rock Resort And Casino in the one and only city of sin, Las Vegas, NV. Chris Thresher 801-358-8240, thresher@ragnarrelay. com, www.ragnarrelay. com/lasvegas/index.php
OCTOBER 23 Save-A-Sister 10K, 5K & 1-mile—St. George, UT. Support Dixie Regional Medical Center’s Breast Cancer Division. www.sgcityrec.org
T R I AT H L O N & M U LT IS SPORT AUGUST 14 Park City Triathlon— www.bbsctri.com
AUGUST 15 Muddy Buddy Boulder— 7:15 a.m. Boulder Reservoir, 5200 51st Street, Boulder, CO. www.muddy-buddy. competitor.com
AUGUST 21 12th Annual TriUtah Jordanelle Triathlon™— 9:00 a.m. Triathlete Magazine has ranked the Jordanelle Triathlon as one of the top 100 events in the nation. Everything from the wildlife to the boardwalks on the river bottoms will remind you of why you love the outdoors. www.triutah.com
AUGUST 28 4th Annual Bear Lake Brawl Triathlon—9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. With Half Iron Man. Sprint and Olympic Triathlon Challenge. On Hill Events 801-335-4940, info@onhillevents.com, www.onhillevents.com, www.bearlakebrawl.com
SEPTEMBER 11 Adventure Xstream Adventure Race – Glenwood Springs— Glenwood Springs, CO. Solo, 2-person and 4-person teams will mountain bike, kayak, trail run, rappel and navigate for 12 hours. www.GravityPlay.com
SEPTEMBER 11 "I Can TRI" Triathlon—8:00 a.m. Alta Canyon Sports Center, Sandy, UT. Great beginner triathlon. 400M swim, 9-mile bike, 5K run. www.sandy.utah.gov/parks
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balmy weather in Red Rock country as triathletes unite to claim the Trifecta title! www.bbsctri.com
SEPTEMBER 25-26 XTERRA USA National Championship— Snowbasin Resort, Ogden, UT. The National Championship is the culminating event of a 60+ series XTERRA multi-sport events held across the U.S.A. in 2010. The event will be held in conjunction with Ogden’s annual Harvest Moon Festival. www.xterraplanet.com
SEPTEMBER 3-6 USA (Utah Sailing Association) Labor Day Weekend—Bear Lake, UT. Sept 4th, Labeau LeMans Grand Prix 20, Italian Dinner Party & Horseshoe Tournament Brett Bingham 801-815-2521, www.utahsailing.com
SEPTEMBER 4 Kau Wela Open Swim— 9:00 a.m. at Sand Hollow Reservoir, St. George, UT. Timed event and wet suits are permitted. www.sgcity.org
SEPTEMBER 25 OCTOBER 9 1st Annual Layton Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K—Starts out at Fielding Garr Ranch on Antelope Island and ends at Ellison Park in Layton, UT. On Hill Events 801-335-4940, info@onhillevents.com, www.laytonmarathon.com
USA (Utah Sailing Association) Oktoberfest—Pineview Reservoir, Huntsville, UT. All day Sail & Beach Party! Brett Bingham 801-815-2521, www.utahsailing.com
OCTOBER 23 Powell3 Triathlon Challenge—8:00 a.m. Get your competitive juices flowing as you take on your fellow competitors at the Stateline Marina at Wahweap! Sprint and Olympic distances will be offered at this long awaited event! On Hill Events 801-335-4940, info@onhillevents.com, www.onhillevents.com, www.powell3.com
W AT E R S P O R T S AUGUST 14-15 Little America’s Cup/ Fremont Lake Regatta— Pinedale, WY. Jason Essington 307-367-4819, www.utahsailing.com
Kokopelli Triathlon—7:30 a.m. St. Georeg, UT. Enjoy
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Slacklining By Melissa McGibbon
Photo by Melissa McGibbon
WHAT’S HOT
The origins of slacklining are up for debate, but the general consensus is that sometime in the 1980s big wall climbers in Yosemite Valley transitioned from traversing on parking lot chains to webbing, subsequently ushering a new spinoff sport into mainstream climbing. Slacklining is basically navigating across two anchor points while keeping your balance on tightly stretched nylon webbing. The sport is gaining popularity by the day because of its simplicity. It doesn’t require much gear or any immediate technical ability, but it’s certainly challenging enough to keep your interest piqued. All you need to get started is one slackline and two trees. There are a few different types of slacklines to accommodate skill levels from
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both ends with “tree slings” used as anchors. Classic line $79.99, Funline $99.99 gibbonslacklines.com
beginner and expert. The beauty of this sport is that everyone can participate, even if they don’t have their own gear. Also, the set up is easy, it improves balance and concentration and it’s relatively inexpensive. Gibbon and Mammut both sell slacklines for less than $100. If you’re just getting started, try Gibbon’s Classic Line. Or the Funline, which is less flexible and has rubber-based prints for added grip. It’s especially good for children. A regular slackline is roughly two inches wide and is set up using three sections of webbing. One long section (30–100 feet) is strung tightly and connected on
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When you buy your slackline, pick up Gibbon’s Treewear too. It’s made of special felt that protects the tree bark and the slackline from abrasion. Velcro at the end makes it easy to handle and helps prevent slippage during set up. Actually, slackling doesn’t necessarily require two trees, just two anchor points that have enough friction and stability to support the usage. Treewear $19.99 gibbonslacklines.com Slacklining is slightly more complicated than stepping up onto the slackline and walking across it. It seems like momentum is the best tactic for getting to the other side, and that does work to some extent, but misses the point. Continued on page 30
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Continued from page 29 Most folks who are good at slacklining can balance well on either foot and get to the other side without falling because they’ve trained each leg to stabilize independently. It’s natural to stare at your feet as you go, but try to relax and pick a focal point straight
ahead of you. Keep your knees slightly bent, raise your arms (parallel to the ground, not up in the air like you just don’t care) and engage your abs.
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Many brands are now making varieties of these toning shoes, but the first to do so was Masai Barefoot Technology (MBT®). MBT® shoes offer a patented sole construction that features a soft Masai Sensor directly beneath the heel that simulates walking on soft, uneven ground, which activates muscles throughout the body. However, these shoes are not made for running and are best used on paved ground.
Toning Shoes By Jenny Willden The anti-shoe movement, barefoot technology, the weird-looking shoe trend, the names for this revolution in footwear vary, but the idea is that ordinary shoes are bad for our feet because they go against our body’s natural movements. New “antishoes” are designed to promote natural movement by creating instability similar to that experienced when walking barefoot on sand. This requires your body to maintain natural balance, which stimulates muscles not used when walking in traditional shoes. The shoes also feature a curved sole that allows your foot to roll and promotes a natural gait. The benefits of this rolling technology include: improved posture and circulation, relieved tension, eased back and joint pain, increased calorie burn and improved tone in thighs and butt.
If you’ve mastered basic slacklining, try a trick line, which is made with
more buoyancy for added style and performance. Tricklining or jiblining is the most popular type of slacklining and is done low to the ground, which allows for more trickery. You could be landing back flips in no time.
shoes are toning my body, but I’ll keep wearing them and will update the magazine blog with my findings. Women’s Fora and Baridi, Men’s Sini $245 us.mbt.com
The 2010 MBTs are more hip than previous releases, and our favorite women’s pair is the Mary Jane-style Baridis. Comfortable and cute, these shoes are ideal for sockless summer wear. Men should try the Sinis, which feature a leather exterior and breathable mesh lining. MBT® shoes are available in sandal, sport, boot and casual styles. I’ve been wearing
mine for a few weeks and noticed that my ankle, which sometimes aches on long walks from fro an old sprain, felt fine while wearing MBTs! I’m not sure yet if the MBT Sini
Looking to explore off road, but still want to get the benefi ts of toning shoes? Sketchers Shape-ups® AT footwear has all-terrain rubber for traction on slick trails, a rugged outsole for grip and a Motion Controlled Cage that stabilizes Sketchers AT your foot on uneven surfaces. The Kinetic Wedge Technology features a polyurethane wedge from heel to toe that gives your stride tension while the lower layer cushions and creates instability. Muscle activity and calories burned are increased as your body constantly adjusts to maintain balance. The AT model can be used for running, walking or hiking and performs well on paved roads and trails. Women’s $125, Men’s $130 myshapeups.com
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America’s Toughest Stage Race.™
1 PROLOGUE. 5 STAGES. 30,000’ OF CLIMBING. UNLIMITED EXCITEMENT. AUGUST 17-22, 2010 8/17 PROLOGUE
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Fast and flat 4.5km time trial at the State Capitol
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Ogden to Salt Lake City, 82 miles, finishing in Research Park
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Thanksgiving Point to an uphill Mount Nebo finish
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8/21 STAGE 04 SPONSORED BY HEIDEN DAVIDSON ORTHOPEDICS Park City Main Street Criterium
8/22 STAGE 05 SPONSORED BY SNOWBIRD SKI AND SUMMER RESORT Park City to Snowbird, 99 mountainous miles
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