Archive for July, 2010
Mont Tremblant Skiing has some of the best trails in Eastern North America. Video of the middle section of Taschereau.
Duration : 15 sec
This is my old Mountain Biking movie! Starring me, my brothers and some friends!
Duration : 4 min 52 sec
http://www.huntingcinema.net/
Stranded on dead boat in the Sacramento river, at once "close" and so very far from civilization. Three brothers struggle to survive a desperate, harrowing situation. This is a story of skill, adaptation, hunger, thirst and the will to survive.
Duration : 6 min 38 sec
I want to get better at Skiing before the season comes. What are some fun drills or games to participate in to get my skills up for the downhill skiing season?
skating, ice or roller, just go to your local rink. Also, this one isn’t so fun, but do alot of leg stretches and exercises.
i want to get a bike that i could use Mountain Biking. but i also want to be able to go to the park and learn tricks and stuff. i don’t know much about bikes, but i’ve always wanted to get into it. I’m 5′8" and i don’t know if there’s some sort of size specification. any help would be great. i want to spend less than $500. thanks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4JxYfa6Noc
Specialized rockhopper
check out their website
What are some of the environmental costs and benefits of hunting and gathering?
Let’s assume we are talking about people as hunters and gatherers. If the population is small, their effect can be insignificant. However, if their population is large or concentrated, human Hunting and gathering can be a disaster. For example, many of the world’s prehistoric large mammals have been killed off by human hunting. Also, the large scale gathering of fish from the oceans has vastly reduced the total number of large fish, and some are on the brink of extinction, e.g., the blue fin tuna.
I am writing a book, and part of the story involves an ice fishing trip in Minnesota, but I need to know if early to mid December is too early to ice fish. Living in Florida, I’m not that familiar with the Fishing seasons up there. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
I have seen fishable ice as early as end of Oct, or as late as mid Dec. Usually it is about the end of Nov when we start getting enough ice to walk on with nothing more than a bucket to sit on. It takes at least 4 inches to walk on. This last season I was out there with my shack in early Dec.
When trying to decide on a destination for a family vacation, a ski resort is unlikely to be the first thing that comes to mind. Most families are more likely to think of places such as Disneyworld, or popular attractions such as SeaWorld or LegoLand. Because of this, many families miss the wonder and excitements that ski resorts have to offer. There are few other vacation options, which can offer fun in the snow, a tranquil atmosphere and the majestic beauty of the surrounding mountains as a backdrop. Whether your family has been on a ski vacation before or not, you are sure to enjoy the experience of spending time in the mountains on your family ski vacation.
The most obvious attraction when it comes to spending your family vacation time at a ski resort is the skiing although there are other activities available. This does not mean that you and your family need to be expert skiers, of course; ski lessons are available on-site at every major ski resort, so you can learn the basics even if you have never strapped on a pair of skis before in your life. Once your lessons are complete you can begin enjoying a number of beginner’s courses that offer gentle slopes while giving you a taste of what it is like to ski on your own. If you do have skiing experience, you can also spend your time on the more challenging slopes.
Skiing is not for everyone; however, some children and teenagers might want to try something different when on vacation. Most ski resorts also offer snowboarding instruction and specialized snowboarding slopes, letting young and old alike enjoy this sport that combines the best of Skiing and skateboarding. Learning to snowboard can definitely provide you with some stories to tell when you get back home, and the adventure of learning to snowboard while on your ski resort vacation can be looked back on fondly for years to come.
Not all of your time should be spent on the slopes, of course; you can also relax in the warmth and comfort of the lodge so that you can enjoy your downtime. Knowing how cold the ski slopes can get, ski resort owners make sure that the lodge and other parts of the resort are as comfortable as possible so that you can warm up and get a deep sense of relaxation after spending time out on the mountain. Many ski resorts also feature hot tubs and en-suite Jacuzzis so that you can really unwind after a long day perfecting your skiing skills.
Do not forget that a ski resort vacation does not have to be spent entirely on-site at the ski resort. Most resorts have thriving towns built around them, and are usually just a short drive away from a major city. While it is fun to spend time on the slopes and relaxing in the lodge, you and your family can also take a bit of time to enjoy everything that the local community has to offer.
Whether it is a trip to a local theatre or a night out on the town, it is very rewarding to visit the nearby city. Venturing out into the cities and towns that are close to the ski resort can add a new level of excitement to your family vacation.
When out on the town, you should not forget to take in some of the shopping opportunities that can be found. In addition to major chain stores and malls, a number of ski communities have shops featuring works by local artisans and other stores that are unique to the area. Young and old alike should be able to find something interesting in the shops and stores, ensuring that they have the perfect souvenir from your vacation or a truly unique gift to bring to someone special back home. Even if you and your family do not spend very much when shopping, the stories of the things that you have seen in the local shops should be able to entertain everyone that you tell about your trip.
Though skiing and snowboarding are the main purposes of ski resorts, there is so much more to a ski resort vacation than just spending time on the snow. Discuss it with your family and see whether a ski resort vacation might be right for you, and then start making plans so that you can begin enjoying the best of what the resort you choose has to offer. If your family ends up not enjoying skiing, there is plenty of activities to take part it. They can consider visiting the local attractions around the resort or just relax in the lodge. Whatever you are looking for in a vacation, there should be something for everybody at a ski resort.
Stephanie Larkin
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/why-ski-resorts-are-perfect-for-family-vacations-731806.html
Honestly, even if you’re new to biking – how do you think you can go wrong with a name like “Specialized”? Mountain bikes under this label have been patronized by discriminating cycling enthusiasts – and not just because the name is catchy, but because this brand has a performance history that’s no less than good and solid.
Specialized mountain bikes of the Rockhopper line, for example, have remained at the top of consumer rankings for a long time, contending with equally popular classics like the Trek 4500 and the Gary Fisher Marin. These “hardtail” bikes are lightweight and perfect for use by cyclists with different body types, which makes it a favorite for most kinds of rugged trails.
The average weight of a Specialized bike is 30 pounds. The aluminum frame helps greatly in reducing weight and increasing speed. And because aluminum is tried and tested for its durability, it is also the material of choice by Specialized manufacturers. You can test the worth of a bike of this name by putting it through a trail bike test; see how well it performs and how easily it is to transport during normally arduous uphill climbs.
Mike Sinyard, creator of Specialized Bicycle Components, founded his company in 1974, with the intent to “give everyone the best ride of their life.” Since then the professional mountain bikes turned out by the company have made the top picks, and in the past years the company’s success in developng its mountain bike lines was driven by the presence of its independent suspension FSR frame.
Specialized is also known for producing quality “budget” bikes – and by this, we mean trail bicycles that are slightly cheaper than industry standard, for their caliber. They’re still more expensive than you could expect a regular bike to be – for example, a “cheap” competition-grade Specialized model could still cost a little over $1000. Before you balk at this price, you must remember that Specialized bikes are known to compete with big-name brands like Marin, Trek and Giant, some of which definitely sell their “budget” models at much higher costs! But you could look forward to top of the line service and performance from Specialized mountain bikes. You could save a little more if you buy previous years’ models, which almost invariably drop in prices as new and shinier models enter the market. If you’re able to take advantage of special offers, you can grab a special deal on a firsthand full suspension, cross-country trail bike.
Trevor Mulholland
http://www.articlesbase.com/sports-and-fitness-articles/what-makes-specialized-mountain-bikes-so-special-56856.html