Posts

Built for paddlers, by paddlers. Over in Bangkok at Starboard’s headquarters, there’s a lot of stuff going on behind the scenes. Prototypes that never make it out of the shaping room, experiments that would make you raise an eyebrow in disbelief, and of course, the testing. Oh, the testing. In a sport where millimeters and seconds make a massive difference, Starboard is proud to present their 2018 line-up: tested to be the most high-performing boards they’ve ever produced, and vetted to be the most eco-friendly boards on the market....

We could all use a drink right now. If you’re like us, stressing about the current situation and trying to balance life and work while everyone’s in the home, it’s been a chore just waiting till nighttime to reach for the bottle. Well, Duke Spirits has a fun new social media contest just for guys like us. You could win $200. It’s the ultimate tip! It’s simple. In The Ultimate Tip, just post a video of yourself making a drink using Duke Bourbon....

Reigning Olympic champion Justin Rose is a golfer who lives on the leaderboard. With four top-fives this year, including a heart-breaking runner-up finish at the Masters, audiences will likely see quite a bit of him at this week’s U.S. Open, a tournament he has won before and believes he can again. We had a chance to grab a drink with him just before his first visit to Erin Hills to talk about golf’s most brutal test, the loss at Augusta, and what it’s like to wear Olympic gold....

Accidents happen. And they can happen unexpectedly to even the most seasoned paddlers, and on any type of water. Sometimes it’s better to not look away, but rather, to take a second, closer look at what exactly went wrong. By examining the full situation, and determining the critical decisions involved (and their consequences), we can learn to make the choices that matter most. With that hope of helping paddlers make that next safe choice, we’ve been working in partnership with the U....

In unexpected corporate rivalry news, Patagonia has filed a suit against AB InBev, the parent company of Budweiser, for selling a beer that “bears its name and evokes” the adventure apparel brand’s logo, according to CNN. In the suit, which was filed earlier this week, Patagonia alleges that Anheuser-Busch is using their name and “aesthetic” to market and sell its beer. Patagonia itself started brewing their own beer in 2016, which the company claims has only added to the confusion about Anheuser-Busch’s beer....

So you’re finally planning that bucket-list trip to the Galápagos Islands? Then it’s also time to rethink the length of your inevitable layover in Quito. There’s no question that your journey to the center of the earth should comprise a few days in Ecuador’s capital city. But your visit shouldn’t be restricted to the hilly cobblestone streets of its UNESCO-recognized Old Town. There are several natural wonders lying not far beyond the city limits....

Treat yourself to a tasty sushi dinner in the comfort of your own home. This wildly delicious recipe for homemade California rolls will make you feel like a sushi chef—with this recipe, it’s not nearly as hard as it sounds. Nutrition: Calories: 201; Protein: 12g; Carbs: 25g; Fat: 6g; Fiber: 5g For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 1 servings Prep time 15 min....

Fall is all about pumpkins and cranberries, which can be enjoyed in these oven-free energy bars. Walnuts and almond butter provide protein, while whole grain oats and fruit help round out the fiber and phytonutrients, plant chemicals that help keep your healthy and protect against disease. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 168; protein: 5.2g; fat: 6.5g; carbs: 23.9g; sugar: 7.6g Recipe and photo by Kathryn Pfeffer, R.D. of One Hungry Bunny....

Whether you’re out trick or treating tonight or just grabbing sweets from the office candy bowl, there’s nothing worse than getting a handful disappointing treats on Halloween. That’s where Reese’s steps in. According to a video posted on the company’s Twitter account, 90 percent of Americans wish they could exchange their Halloween candy for treats they actually enjoy. But from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Halloween in New York City, trick-or-treaters will have the chance to do just that....

You’ve never heard Major League Soccer quite like this. To help kick off the 25th season of the MLS, the league enlisted Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create a new anthem. Zimmer, who is working on the score for the upcoming James Bond film No Time To Die, created an incredible sound to celebrate the start of the new MLS season. MLS Is Back: 8 Major League Soccer Stars on Fashion and Their Favorite Outfits...

Weight loss is a full-time job. It requires a bevy of lifestyle changes, a rigorous diet and plenty of exercise. It also requires plenty of sleep, which might be hard to do if you’re hungry and know you have to be up in a few hours for your morning workout. Thankfully, there’s a pill that works while you sleep to not just put you right to sleep when you need to, plus helps repair and rebuild the muscles used for working out while boosting metabolism....

Rastelli’s is synonymous with top-quality meat. The brand was started as a result of a late-night doughnut run in 1976, and the single New Jersey location grew to multiple shops, distribution centers, and partnerships with some of the best farmers in the world. The rapid expansion is due to just how top-notch the quality and cuts of each Rastelli’s item is—the meats are juicy and succulent, the seafood is always fresh, and the chicken is absolutely delicious....

With the debut of high-speed trains providing connectivity to breathtaking natural wonders to a newly implemented e-visa system offering easy entrance into the country, Uzbekistan is quickly emerging as Central Asia‘s most coveted travel destination. Years after its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev entered office in 2016 and listed tourism as one of his top priorities for growth, a pledge launching the country’s visitor rates from 92,000 in 1995 to more than 4....

Trials riding is a challenging bike discipline that involves maneuvering through obstacles without setting foot to ground. It’s already difficult and plenty dangerous — even more so on the streets. Some riders quite literally make their careers on pavement, seeking the most ante-upping lines. And when it comes to the edits that trials freeriding phenom Fabio Wibmer occasionally drops on the world, the footage leaves most jaws on the floor. Traveling to all corners of the globe, the Austrian trials rider knows how to turn ignored city structures into his own personal playgrounds....

Ever since Cartier produced the first one back in 1904, pilot watches have evolved from a utilitarian cockpit essential into a rugged and stylish accessory. They were some of the first wristwatches ever made, and were built to meet the needs of aviators with specific complications like chronographs and tachymeters. Well over a century later, pilot watches are still going strong. For proof, look no further than the new The Jack Mason x Taylor Stitch Aviator Multi‑Scale Chronograph....

As we mentioned earlier this week, spring is nearly upon us. Which means it’s time to get back in the saddle and on the trail. Which is why Seth Alvo of Seth’s Bike Hacks put together a video of some top hacks for spring riding season. He’s got some good ones in the video, and we decided to highlight all 10 below. Happy trails! Attach an Innertube to Frame for Emergencies Attach it all underneath your seat....

With the 2017 World Surf League Women’s Qualifying Series (QS) wrapping up its final event a few days ago, 15-year-old Caroline Marks has officially qualified for the Championship Tour (CT). In doing so, the Floridian has become the youngest surfer ever (male or female) to qualify for surfing’s big leagues. Marks has been on a fast-track to surf stardom since a young age. She has 17 national titles attributed to her name, is the youngest NSSA Open Girls National Champion and is the youngest surfer ever to compete in a CT event when she was a wildcard at Lower Trestles in 2015....

For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Do you even overland, bro? In case you haven’t gone down this vehicular rabbit hole on Instagram, we can tell you that overlanding—going point-to-point, off-road— is where it’s at right now with the well-healed amateur-adventurer set. Of course, pictures or it didn’t happen, right? As trends go, you’ll rack up likes the more retro and less aerodynamic your rig looks....

You’ve wearing your underpants inside out and backward. We can tell. That’s got to be the reason that California’s Miracle March is about to turn on—there’s no other reasonable explanation. That’s right folks, we’re looking at a weekend of storm skiing throughout the Golden State. Tahoe will be hit earliest and hardest, with snow predicted to start Saturday morning and increasing over the course of the day into full-blown dumpage overnight into Sunday....

Stay safe and warm on your next adventure to make the most of clear and cold days As January ends in below-freezing temperatures, Highway 17 carves a snow—and sometimes treacherous—gauntlet along Lake Superior’s Canadian shore. But with open water remaining, I can often put my skis away, dig out my sea kayak and even sneak in an overnight paddling trip. True to its Arctic origins, the sea kayak is a comfortable vessel for cold-weather travel—as long as you plan a reasonable route, pack the right gear and dress appropriately....