Keeping It Straight

SUP legend Dave Kalama shares his perspective on proper stroke One of the most common questions I get from paddlers when I’m traveling or racing is, “How do I stay straight when I paddle?” There are several things you can do to minimize “yawing,” or put simply, weaving back and forth across the water. Using good technique is the best way to avoid injury and stay fit. — Dave Kalama Vertical Power....

January 29, 2023 · 6 min · 1224 words · Bessie Dixon

Lauren Hill And Dave Rastovich Are Podcasting To Revive Surf Culture Asn

On an enclosed porch crammed with books, instruments, fabric scraps and vintage cameras, on their idyllic 20-acre property in Byron Bay, Australia, Lauren Hill and Dave Rastovich have to speak in hushed tones. They’re recording an episode of Waterpeople, their recently launched podcast, while their 2-year-old son, Minoa (nicknamed “Minnow”), sleeps in the room next door. The recording schedule is attached to Minnow’s nap schedule, and often takes priority over catching up on sleep themselves....

January 29, 2023 · 18 min · 3793 words · Laura Bettencourt

Nc Man Steals 25 Million To Fund Son S Nascar Dreams

Some parents will do anything to get their children what they want. Even if that means defrauding their investors out of tens of millions of dollars. North Carolina man Robert Boston was convicted by a jury of his peers of stealing about $25 million from investors in his electronic waste recycling firm Zloop. He took all that green that and attempted to invest in the NASCAR career of his son, Justin Boston....

January 29, 2023 · 5 min · 866 words · Scottie Pierre

Recipe How To Make Chorizo Tacos With Salsa Verde

Chow down on these brunch-worthy tacos at your next tailgate—they’re loaded with savory chorizo, freshly scrambled eggs, and a spicy salsa verde that’ll leave you coming back for seconds and thirds. Nutrition (per serving) Calories 481; carbs 35g; protein 18g; fat 30g For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 6 servings Prep time 15 min. Cook time 35 min. Ingredients For the tacos: 1/2 lb chorizo, crumbled 1 lb potatoes, diced and steamed 2 Tbsp butter 6 eggs, whisked well with a little water Salt and pepper 8 soft corn tortillas For the salsa verde: 1 lb tomatillos 2 jalapeños, stems removed Juice from 2 limes, split and grilled 2 avocados, small diced 10 sprigs cilantro, chopped For the garnish: 6 oz crumbled queso fresco Cilantro stems Pickled onions...

January 29, 2023 · 8 min · 1603 words · Cristina Gunter

Recipe How To Make Fresh Salmon Ceviche With Cucumbers And Radishes

You probably won’t believe it, but this delicious ceviche recipe takes only 15 minutes to throw together. Chef’s note: Because fish is very perishable, do not store leftover for more than 1-2 days after it’s prepared. Also, make sure to be mindful of cross-contamination between the raw salmon and other fresh ingredients you may be using in your kitchen for other dishes. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 131; total fat: 5g; saturated fat: 1g; protein: 16g; carbohydrates: 6g; sugars: 3g; fiber: 1g; cholesterol: 42mg; sodium: 424mg Recipe and photo by Jessica Fishman Levinson, M....

January 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1395 words · Shirley Lowery

Recipe How To Make Lebanese Toum The Best Mayo Substitute

Condiments are staples in the everyday diet. Mustards, dressings, and hot sauces ramp up the flavor of otherwise ordinary meals, adding levels of depth and complexity. Mayonnaise is no different. We’ve been smearing it on sandwiches for decades, but why not fancy it up? Why not make your own. The garlicky, traditional Lebanese condiment toum is like mayo, only taken to the next level. How to Make Fresh Mozzarella Read article...

January 29, 2023 · 6 min · 1173 words · Daniel Mattison

Recipe How To Make Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Sliders With Coleslaw

Everybody loves a slider—they’re the perfect, bite-size party food. And with this recipe, which lightens up the calorie load and bumps up the protein, you can scarf down as many as you want without feeling guilty. Nutrition (per serving) 322 calories; 33g protein; 33g carbs; 7g fat For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 12 servings Prep time 20 min. Cook time 360 min....

January 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1289 words · Jesus Middleton

Recipe How To Make The Best Chicken Patties

The first (and most important) secret to these chicken patties are grilling the chicken beforehand. The second secret? Using a combination of more flavorful dark meat thighs with white meat breasts, which will make your patties come out nice and juicy. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 189; Total Fat: 5 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Protein: 31 grams; Carbohydrates: 4 grams; Sugars: 1 gram; Fiber: 1 gram; Cholesterol: 116 milligrams; Sodium: 686 milligrams Recipe courtesy Arman Liew of The Big Man’s World....

January 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1309 words · Hazel Mcdonald

Recipe How To Make Wild Rice Salad With Chicken And Tart Cherries

Loaded with protein and low in calories, your old friend chicken will help you build and repair muscles and burn the fat away. Tart cherries, on the other hand, have been shown to reduce belly fat, according to a study by the University of Michigan. Recipe and photo courtesy of Rachael Hartley, R.D., L.D., C.D.E., C.L.T., of Avocado A Day Nutrition. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

January 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1423 words · Randall Austin

Sup Legends Downwind Foiling The Maliko Run Men S Journal

It’s not every day you get to ride along with two of SUP’s most legendary paddlers on one of the world’s best downwind runs. So when POV footage crops up of Dave Kalama SUP foiling in dreamy conditions on Maui’s famous Maliko Run with resident downwind expert Jeremy Riggs, we press ‘play’ and hold on for the glide. Tag along as the duo showcases expert technique and style that defines the art of proper downwinding....

January 29, 2023 · 4 min · 662 words · Kimberly Greenberg

The 3 Best Ways To Save Money On Baggage When You Fly

Oversize luggage like golf clubs and surfboards can rack up big fees at the baggage check-in counter. Scott Keyes, co-founder of the discount-flight alert Scott’s Cheap Flights, offers tips for traveling on a budget. 6 New Mega-haulers for All Your Spring Adventures Read article FLY SOUTHWEST “They allow two free checked bags, and that includes some larger items like skis,” says Keyes. OUTSMART THE INDUSTRY Scout your airline’s luggage policy online before you book....

January 29, 2023 · 4 min · 790 words · Steven Floyd

These 7 Ski Areas Are Spinning Their Lifts Earliest This Season Men S Journal

Yes, it’s true: Fall has finally begun. Yet, while most of us are looking for last year’s sweater and coupons for spiced lattes, some of our favorite mountains have hit fast forward and are already thinking snow. Snowmaking has made it easier to get skiers and boarders out on the hill earlier. Photo: Courtesy of Killington Resort In recent years, the race for first turns has led ski resorts to up their snowmaking game, pushing to open earlier and earlier....

January 29, 2023 · 12 min · 2430 words · Brian Uriegas

Travel To Killington Vermont Without Killing Your Savings Men S Journal

Killington has more terrain than anywhere in the East. And when the sun comes out, it’s on. Photo: Courtesy of Chandler Burgess/Killington. When you’re looking for a place to ski or ride in New England, Killington, Vermont, is always a worthy contender. Dubbed “The Beast of the East,” Killington has the largest expanse of rideable terrain on the whole East Coast. (Juggernaut trail alone is 6.2 miles long, the longest on the East Coast....

January 29, 2023 · 11 min · 2247 words · Stephen Rode

Vans New Collection An Artist Collab With Malaysia S Kide Baharudin

You’ve never heard of Kuala Pilah. The peaceful village is tucked out of the way in the middle of the Malaysia. But you may start seeing the faces and scenes of traditional life in the village as seen through the eyes of one of its young artists, providing the colorful inspiration for Vans Surf’s latest apparel collection, the Kide Collaboration, which drops today. “When I am riding my bike, I always love observing the small town and village where I grew up,” says the collab’s namesake artist, Malaysian graphic designer Kide Baharudin....

January 29, 2023 · 7 min · 1374 words · Richard Powers

Whistler Blackcomb Is The Real Deal For The Whole Family Men S Journal

This article, and distribution, was paid for by the Canadian Ski Council and produced in conjunction with POWDER. Words by Steve Ogle. Skiing fresh powder in Harmony’s alpine bowls. Photo: Courtesy of Tourism Whistler/Mike Crane “Dadda, I’m hungry.” Normally, this is small concern when skiing with kids – a lodge cafeteria is often in sight. But when you’re somewhere in the middle of Whistler Blackcomb’s immense 8,000-plus acres of terrain, well, let’s just say it becomes a big one....

January 29, 2023 · 11 min · 2277 words · Ruth Entrekin

Your New Go To Drink The Two Ingredient Japanese Whisky Highball Men S Journal

As cocktails continue to get more complicated and require ingredients you’ll only find in speciality grocery stores, it’s time to reconsider an easy classic: The whisky highball. Relatively low in alcohol (usually made with a 1:3 ratio of whisky to soda), refreshing, and simple, this two-ingredient drink should be a part of your home mixing repertoire. But if you’re going to make something simple, you should at least make it the best version you can....

January 29, 2023 · 8 min · 1588 words · Dean Garcia

3 Men Were Sentenced For Killing A Yellowstone Mountain Lion Here S What You Need To Know

Back in December 2018, three men were caught after hunting and killing a mountain lion in the northern section of Yellowstone National Park. Now, those men have been sentenced for violating the Lacey Act, which prohibits “trade in wildlife, fish, and plants that have been illegally taken, possessed, transported, or sold.” 100 Best Adventures in America on Public Lands Read article The men—Austin Peterson, Trey Juhnke, and Corbin Simmons, all from Montana—were sentenced in federal court and charged with “illegally hunting a male mountain lion,” according to a news release from the National Park Service....

January 28, 2023 · 6 min · 1224 words · Juanita Harrison

4 Ways To Recycle Your Old Wetsuits Men S Journal

Unless you’re lucky enough to live in the tropics, you probably wear a wetsuit when you surf, swim or dive in the ocean. Eventually, even the highest-quality wetsuit will start to show wear: unraveled seams, broken tapes, ragged edges or small holes. You’ll notice when cold drips trickle in through the breaches, bringing on early chills that cut your water time short. Most wetsuits are made of standard neoprene, a synthetic rubber derived from petroleum products....

January 28, 2023 · 8 min · 1668 words · David Escalante

Adventure Dogs A Rough Riding Boundary Waters Ready Vizsla

The vizsla was bred for woods and water, which makes Ramzi, a 48-pound, 8-year male, the perfect Boundary Waters paddling companion for Aaron Opp, 35, a Creative Project Manager in St. Paul, Minn. The American Kennel Club describes the vizsla as “a versatile dog of power, drive, and endurance in the field.” Its drive is so valued that should one’s show vizsla have scars from woods and water, no points will be deducted....

January 28, 2023 · 13 min · 2578 words · Shavon Mathewson

Climber Alex Txikon To Return To Everest For Third No Oxygen Attempt

Summiting the world’s tallest peak is something that few ordinary hikers would consider attempting even once. But, for a handful of the most experienced and well-heeled mountaineers on the planet, Mount Everest is the feat of a lifetime. Even among the elite, a summit is never guaranteed, often requiring multiple efforts. And to narrow that elite field even further, even fewer would make the climb without the use of bottled oxygen....

January 28, 2023 · 7 min · 1402 words · Steve Nicholson