A paddler’s best pal? A pooch. Here’s why: Complain in the rain? No way. Low center of gravity and four wheel drive? You betcha! Play pal ashore and cuddle buddy in the tent? Oh, yeah. However, paddling with a pooch requires some preparation as these three, veteran pooch paddlers explain. Samantha Christen has taken her dog Abby, a 14-year old terrier mix, on countless kayaking trips. Here’s what she learned....
[shareprints gallery_id=”1000602615″ gallery_type=”thumb_slider_desc” gallery_position=”pos_center” gallery_width=”width_100″ image_size=”large” image_padding=”0″ theme=”dark” image_hover=”false” lightbox_type=”slide” titles=”true” captions=”true” descriptions=”true” comments=”false” sharing=”true”] Eddyline Kayaks’ Ethan Ebersold runs through the Washington manufacturers’ new three-boat light touring Sitka line from the floor of this summer’s Paddlesports Retailer trade show. The boat series, as Ebersold explains, is perfect for fitness paddling during the week and capable of packing enough overnight gear for a weekend expedition while keeping up with “friends in longer boats at conversational speeds....
Lower Magnetawan River. Photo by Jim Baird. Attention whitewater paddlers: Water levels are still high here in Southern Ontario due to a very rainy spring. Amidst all the flooding and “states of emergency” issued, river runners have been having a blast. And, due to the huge downpours in May plus succeeding heavy rains, the high-water season is pushing unseasonably late. Here’s a rundown on five classic Southern Ontario rivers, with all the info you’ll need to get out there while it still lasts and enjoy the best runoff season we’ve had in years....
We all land on different ends of the spectrum when it comes to skin—few striking that perfect combination. Some suffer from dryness, struggling to keep their whole face or specific patches hydrated and free from flakes. Others err on the side of greasy. If your forehead is prone to extra oil, then you’re conscious of the matter. Your skin can look slick and shiny at the end of the day It’s not detrimental to your skin health....
Harrison Ford is ready to crack his trusty whip and don his fedora once again as the iconic character Indiana Jones. While promoting his new film Call of the Wild, Ford spoke in multiple interviews about his upcoming work on Indiana Jones 5, saying that the film will start shooting this summer. The film is set for an official release date on July 9, 2021 with franchise director Steven Spielberg behind the camera....
The global coronavirus outbreak has impacted nearly every industry in the United States and around the world. Those impacts likely will continue for the foreseeable future as countries try and get the virus under control. The sports world has ground to a halt, with basically all major sports leagues and events postponing or canceling games. Here Are All the Movies and Festivals Postponed or Canceled Due to Coronavirus Read article...
Levi’s are legendary—for good reason. of all the brand’s most renowned styles, there’s only one that can’t be rocked year-round—the Sherpa Trucker Jackets. The iconic coat is a cold-weather staple for guys of all ages. No matter where or how you grew up, chances are you had the faux fur-lined denim jacket at some point in your life. Or always wanted one. Now’s your chance to relive those fond memories. Or, to finally make that long-lost dream come true....
Rambling and fishing in the Colorado Rockies, with a little help from Nissan and Jackson Kayak. Photos by Aaron Schmidt Fall is an incredible time of year, especially in the Colorado high country with the glowing aspen groves, crisp air, and warm sun. When Nissan extended a recent product-testing invite to the Kayak Fish team for an adventure filled with mountain pass tours, 4×4 trails, and eager-to-eat rainbow trout, we couldn’t say no....
From beneath a swamp of thick blankets, I heard the low grumble of a coffee grinder coming from my kitchen. I was skeptical it would work; I was in my bedroom, four walls and 12-ish feet away from the source of the sound, with an futuristic-looking app pulled up on my iPhone. I had my preferences dialed in — four cups, strong brew, three-minute warmup time — and the only two buttons available were “water” (to check the water level) and “start....
Jeans come and go. Popular colors and styles are always changing, cuts go in and out of style. But there’s one jean that’s always cool and always hip—and always will be: Levi’s 501s. And right now, Levi’s 501s are on sale. 501s have been America’s jeans of choice for over a century. Roomy and comfortable, they became more than just work pants in the 50s, and have remained a staple of American fashion ever since....
Given the drastic waterfront makeover Oslo has endured this past decade, you’d think it was preparing to host the Olympics. Big roadways have been rerouted, and the container docks have migrated south. A new national museum, public library, and Edvard Munch art museum all open in 2020, while construction on the anticipated Amerikalinjen Hotel wraps in 2019. (It’s housed in the former office of the Norwegian America Line, which ferried starry-eyed Norwegians to the U....
Grilled avocado? Yes, and it just might become your new favorite thing to grill. It beats those browning slices you’ve laid out to top burgers, and it sure as hell beats store-bought guacamole. Worthy of creating an appetizer course (hey, that gives you an excuse to offer friends a tequila pairing), this satiating avocado dish is easier than it looks to prepare. Chef Richard Sandoval serves his grilled avocado over a simple salad with baby greens, but says pea shoots are worth swapping in if you can find them—“the shoots’ vegetal flavor plays well with the other ingredients,” he says....
Nutrient-packed soup is the answer to painless meal prep. The star nutrients in this lightened-up chowder are vitamins A, C, and K, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese. If you’re looking to up the 11g of protein, you can add shredded chicken, too. Nutrition information (per serving): Calories: 247; total fat: 5g; protein: 11g; carbs: 43g; sugar: 5g; fiber: 7g Recipe and photo by Sharon Palmer, R.D.N., The Plant-Powered Dietitian, author of Plant-Powered for Life....
Patton Oswalt, standup comic and star of The Secret Life of Pets 2 discusses a trippy TV soundtrack, a life-affirming classic film, and his other recent obsessions. —As told to J.R. Sullivan Music The soundtrack to Lodge 49, on AMC, is one of the best on TV right now. It’s an eclectic mix of obscure pop songs, largely from the ’60s and ’70s— stuff I’d never heard before. “Cold Hard Times” by Lee Hazelwood is a standout....
Thanks to the bodybuilding documentary Pumping Iron and its connection to Arnold Schwarzenneger, Gold’s Gym became one of the most well-known gyms in the world. So popular, in fact, that the brand has now entered into the world of home-based gym equipment. And right now, exclusively at Walmart, you can buy the Gold’s Gym Power Tower for an awesome price. The Gold’s Gym Power Tower is designed to be easy to set up, right from opening the box!...
Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer: Tennis’ top three are household names. But Dominic Thiem—the young Austrian kicking at their heels currently ranked No. 4 in the world—is another name to know. Considered one of the fittest players on the tour, Thiem has most everything ‘the big three’ have: a dedication to exercise, a killer on-the-court game (he’s beaten Djokovic, Nadal, and Federer), and multi-million dollar sponsorships. But there’s one thing he’s still missing: a Grand Slam win....
Nobody ever remembers to buy new sheets. Most only replace theirs when their old set has gotten so bad, one more wash just might totally tear it apart. Instead of poring over the countless (and overwhelming) array of fabrics, colors and the benefits of each one, just head straight to the brand that’s ubiquitous for making the best bedding out there: Brooklinen. The Luxe Core Sheet Set is so good, they’re the last sheets you’ll ever have to buy....
The Macallan has announced the debut of another whisky so rare and old that most of us will never even see a bottle, let alone taste a drop: the new 1950 Exceptional Cask. It’ll go for $58,000 a bottle, which is well beyond the going rate for a bottle of Pappy right now. The 1950 Exceptional Cask is another time capsule from the legendary Speyside Scottish distiller. The single cask of whisky was originally filled November 9, 1950, and was bottled late last year on September 24....
Ski touring the Austrian Alps is no walk in the park. Ascents can be grueling, weather inclement, and conditions far from accommodating — and that’s just when the sun is up, with daylight on your side. In 2019, backcountry skiers Max Kroneck and Jochen Mesle decided to take filming an Austrian ski tour to another level: using only the natural light of a full moon to guide their way (and to light their shots)....
Everybody needs a break from the weights. You can’t expect to build muscle and burn fat without allowing your body to recover and repair—and those who think otherwise are making a huge mistake. But, if you’re following something like our total-body Redemption Plan, you still want to be as aggressive as possible, while being smart about it at the same time. That’s the thinking behind this bodyweight, core-focused workout. It’s a solid challenge to your body, but it’s not as exhausting as deadlifts, squats, and bench presses....
