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Early morning. There’s a mist lying on the river; the remnants of last night’s storm still hugging the base of the mountains. Jen is standing on a point of rocks sipping coffee, studying the teal-gray water swirling beneath canyon walls. We camped in the middle of the rapid, at the confluence where Beggarly Creek rushes into the Stikine River, and after coffee and oatmeal we carry our gear back upstream to the canoes, tying everything down extra careful the way you do when you know you might flip....

If you’re a regular surfer (and even if you’re not), you should be protecting your board from the wear-and-tear that occurs when heading to the beach — most of us take cars to go surf, and your board can get rattled around in the back pretty bad. That’s why it’s important to invest in a day bag for your board – you want to protect one of your most valuable assets....

On Tuesday, Tern Bicycles announced their latest offering to the compact e-bike segment: The HSD. Taking the heart and soul of its “older brother,” the GSD, this compact e-bike still offers users exceptional strength and durability, only in a smaller package. With a low center of gravity, as well as a longer wheelbase, the HSD’s handling is smooth and easy for cyclists of all types. “In the last two years, we created the Vektron and the GSD, both of which excel in their categories,” Director of Product Development Eric Lin said in a press release....

ALSO: The New Predators: Look Who’s Turning Hunting into an Action Sport Read article The core of Evo’s business is an extensive e-commerce site. “It’s all the things we love,” Phillips says of the brand’s product mix, which includes surf, snow, skate, and mountain bike gear. His background includes a stint as a pro ski racer for K2 and Patagonia. He also says he’s been selling products his whole life, from baseball cards at elementary school to ski equipment out of his garage....

Jeremy Renner got his first taste of performing as a teen, when he played drums in a garage-rock band called Hot Ice. After moving to L.A. in the 1990s, he practically lived at a Sunset Strip karaoke bar, where he and a crew of regulars — including future The Voice winner Alison Porter and fellow aspiring actor Amy Adams (who would later co-star with Renner in American Hustle and Arrival) — would get free drinks in exchange for pulling in crowds with their singing....

Above the snow-blanketed barrens of Queen Maud Land, Antarctica, about 2,700 miles due south of Cape Town, looms a 9,600-foot peak called Ulvetanna. Translation: the wolf’s tooth. The name’s fitting. It’s one of six jagged, bare-granite peaks that form the Fenriskjeften massif—together resembling a nearly complete set of fangs. A Norwegian team first summited the peak, via the west face, in 1994. But during a recent 17-day expedition to the region with a group of fellow American climbers, legendary mountaineer and Antarctica veteran Conrad Anker and photographer Jimmy Chin sought to blaze a new route up the northwest buttress....

Diablo Paddlesports, a Texas-based kayak brand, has launched the Hurricane Harvey Recovery Raffle. This collection of kayak fishing products are to be raffled as a package. The beneficiaries of this raffle will be Communities in Schools of the Coastal Bend in the Rockport area. This packaged raffle prize is worth well over $3,000. We applaud the effort of the Diablo crew in their attempts to brighten the holiday season for families affected....

The Terminator will be back. Again. After the Terminator franchise hit a critical and commercial wall in 2015 with Terminator Genysis, the original shepherd of the series, director James Cameron himself, wants to bring it back to life. While no deals are official, Cameron, who directed both The Terminator and the legendary action sequel Terminator 2: Judgment Day, told reporters in Australia that he’s ready to “reinvent” the franchise with a new series of three movies....

Rice pudding may be one of the richest desserts out there, but this brown rice version is high in protein and won’t wreak havoc on your diet. Nutrition (per serving) Protein: 27g; fat: 25g; carbs: 47g Recipe and photo courtesy of Lori Shaw, author of the Something Sweet e-cookbook. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 3 servings Prep time 10 min. Cook time 30 min....

Bordering Israel, the West Bank and Jordan, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth at over 1400 feet below sea level. And at almost nine times saltier than regular ocean water, this body of water is true to its name. Nevertheless, pro paddler Trevor Tunnington chose this waterway for one of the most unique SUP foiling sessions we’ve ever seen. Enjoy. The article was originally published on Standup Paddling...

Stephen Dorff is back with a new badge. After earning rave reviews for his performance on True Detective, Dorff is back on television as a different kind of lawman in FOX’s new hit series Deputy. The Western police drama has Dorff playing Bill Hollister, who is thrust into the position of Los Angeles County Sheriff after his predecessor died from a heart attack. The sudden change puts Hollister, who is more of an old school, classic Western-type character, into the messy and complicated world of politics and bureaucracy in Los Angeles County....

It’s no secret that downwinding on a foil is an amazing experience. Over the last couple of years, its popularity continues to increase as more people have gotten hooked. And considering that many people claim it’s akin to flying on water, can we really be surprised? To see what we’re talking about, check out this recent example of foiling fun. The article was originally published on Standup Paddling For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

Beware the label “superfood”: It’s slapped on everything from chia seeds to cauliflower. But what does it mean? When even such a low-bar base camp as Wikipedia calls superfood “a marketing term used to describe foods with supposed health benefits,” you know skepticism is in order. But now scientists at William Paterson University have come up with a sensible superfood-esque rating system, testing the levels of 17 disease-fighting nutrients (including fiber, potassium, iron, and B vitamins) in produce and ranking the top 41 “powerhouse fruits and vegetables....

Gravel riding has come a long way. Just as the bikes have grown more comfortable for longer rides, event organizers have caught on, and an entire class of exploration-focused “Fondos” have proliferated across the country. No matter where you live, you can join up with strangers and hop aboard. But whether you’re riding a Fondo or just going deep on training rides, you’ll need a GPS that lets you follow-turn-by-turn mapping, shoes that are stiff enough to efficiently transfer pedaling force (but with a grippy sole, in case you’re forced to walk some terrain), and a second layer to battle the weather — but one that truly breathes....

The road to a thinner waistline and a deflated spare tire is plagued with pitfalls, diet mishaps, and false supplement claims. Whereas many guys have likely tried one particular weight-loss method in the past, most fall short. To experience positive, sustained results, guys looking for weight loss must put together ­­­the entire package, including proper nutrition, a good workout routine, and appropriate lifestyle habits. Unfortunately, this is easier said than done....

It happens to the best of us. You’re up early, coffee in a travel mug, gear in the car, zip to the hill, boot-up quickly, excitement peaks, and then … BLAMO. The shock of an overflowing lift line slaps you in the face. Frustration and sadness washes over you. But fear not, friends. Here are some helpful hints to navigate the lift line, get you skiing as soon as possible, and overall improve your day on the hill....

Tom Hardy’s transformation into Venom is nearly complete. The Dark Knight Rises and Warrior actor has been filming his new Venom movie for about a month, and details regarding the film are starting to get teased out. Some new photos have surfaced of Hardy and the crew filming the movie, giving fans their first potential look at Hardy as Eddie Brock/Venom in one of his costumes. The photo hinted at a potential storyline for Venom, an adaptation of one of the character’s most well-known storylines, “Venom: Lethal Protector....

Netflix’s acclaimed original series Jessica Jones featuring one of Marvel’s darkest, most mysterious characters is back for a second season. And it’s a good thing, too, considering that Krysten Ritter’s performance in Season 1 earned her a Critics’ Choice Awards nod. The second season centers on the hard-drinking, super-strong Jones as she works to solve a new mystery involving her archenemy, Kilgrave. The New York City-based thriller showcases high-intensity action with multilayered, mysterious storytelling—and if the preview is any indication, Season 2 ought to disappoint very few viewers....

The Guy: John Bauer Age: 50 Home: St. Charles, MO Occupation: Asst. Prosecuting Attorney Height: 6’ 4” Starting weight: 345 lbs. Current weight: 235 lbs. Total weight lost: 110 lbs. Outside of an unsuccessful stint on his tennis team, about the closest John Bauer got to being a high-school athlete at Mendota (Ill.) High School was being a mathlete. Throw in the fact that he was overweight, was in French Club, sang in the choir, played clarinet in the band—well, it doesn’t take a high school diploma to figure out that the jocks weren’t especially kind to him back then....

People tuned in all over the world on August 26 to watch the highly anticipated fight between UFC star Conor McGregor and undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. Though McGregor didn’t beat Mayweather—Mayweather won the match by TKO in the 10th round—he put up a valiant effort against one of the best boxers of all time. Surprisingly, the usually brash and outspoken McGregor was rather humbled by the loss, as evidenced by a recent video from “All Access”....