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How I Stepped it Up and Slimmed Down While Hiking

Published on 5/23/2013

Guest Post by: Ted Levin

In my life, I’ve never found something more enjoyable than hitting the backcountry. Whenever I get back from an expedition, the only thing I look forward to is when I can go on the next one. Not many years ago I found myself struggling on these excursions, however, as I had gained some weight.

I knew hiking was good for my health, but I wondered if there was a way I could take my hikes to the next level. I wanted to seriously sweat, and burn a lot of calories while doing so. I spoke with a personal trainer at my gym who gave me some ideas on how I could make my hikes, and guess what? They worked. I’m now at my goal weight, and I credit a big part of that to the adjustments I made on my hikes.

Losing weight is a struggle and it requires a lot of changes. But if you’re already a hiker and trying to lose weight, it may be easier. I’d like to share some of the things that I did on my hikes in order to lose weight.

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Las Vegas Less the Casino – Red Rock Canyon

Published on 4/17/2013

Red Rock

Red Rock

Imagine Las Vegas and you have images of neon lights, casinos and maybe a spectacular show. But Vegas has much more to offer than the expected modern pleasures. Fewer than 20 miles from The Strip is a different kind of spectacular view: Red Rock Canyon. With 1.2 million visitors per year it’s hardly an unknown option. But seeing this magnificent group of sandstone cliffs and canyons is not the sort of thing that immediately comes to mind when you picture a Vegas vacation. But it should. They’re amazing. If you still feel the need to gamble you can do it with out stepping foot in a casino with websites like http://www.PartyBingo.com Read more…

 
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5 Great Hikes in Western Mass

Published on 4/6/2013

Are you looking for a great quick day hike in the Pioneer Valley area.  These five hikes are well marked and easy to follow.  Get outside and enjoy!

  1. Bare Mountain to Military Rd. loop trail – 4.3 Miles - Amherst, MA
  2. North Sugarloaf Loop – 5.4 Miles - Sunderland, MA
  3. Mt. Tom Cliff Loop – 4.8 Miles - Holyoke, MA
  4.  Horse Caves / Mount Norwottuck Loop – 3.5 Miles - Amherst, MA
  5. Quabbin Resevior Short Loop – 3 Miles - Belchertown, MA


 
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Under Armour Military Baselayers

Published on 3/25/2013

Want a comfort boost on your next outdoor adventure? Ditch those cotton undies and that souvenir concert T-shirt and upgrade to a moisture-wicking base layer (also known as a first layer or performance underwear).

Proper technical base layer garments are designed to move moisture away from the skin keeping you drier, warmer and more comfortable. So, leave behind the cotton tee-shirts, and look for fabrics that are soft, odor resistant, high-wicking, and can act as an outer layer when the going gets hot.

The key feature of any base layer heat gear garment is that it should wick sweat away from your body and into the air so as not to carry around any excess moisture and weight. They are also specifically designed to be a tight fit, preventing muscle oscillation which can waste energy. Due to lightweight fabrics being used then your comfort will not be compromised plus there is the added feature of anti-bacterial agents keeping your base layers smelling fresh no matter what you put them through.

Cold weather base layers also wick sweat away, so your heat is not sweaty and uncomfortable, like with conventional thermal undergarments. Keeping dry in cold weather is mandatory.

Under Armour makes a wide range of cold and warm base layer systems and www.nightgear.co.uk has a wide section and great pricing on tactical military base layers great for any outdoor adventure!

 
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Jetboil Sol ti Titanium Stove

Published on 3/25/2013

Sol Ti

Sol Ti

Jetboil’s newest stove offering seems to be better than the last employing Jetboil’s award-winning FluxRing technology, the Sol Titanium cook system provides fast, efficient performance in a compact, lightweight design. The Sol Titanium weighs in at just 9.0 ounces and delivers consistent heat down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit, boiling 16 ounces of water in just 2 minutes!

The Jetboil Sol Titanium’s 0.8 Liter insulated cooking cup connects directly to the high performance burner through the use of Jetboil FluxRing technology, ensuring that less heat is lost during the cooking process. Durable, lightweight titanium construction guarantees efficient performance at minimal weight. A simple push-button electric igniter makes igniting the burner and operating the Sol Titanium quick and easy.

A neoprene liner encases the FluxRing cooking cup, keeping food and beverages warm long after heating. The liner also houses a color change window that alerts you to when the contents are hot. A sip-through lid further helps insulate the contents of the cooking cup and prohibits spills. The protective plastic bottom of the cup can be removed for use as a small bowl or measuring device.

Compact and lightweight, the entire Sol Titanium cooking system can be stowed inside the FluxRing cooking cup, reducing the entire system to dimensions of 4.1″ x 6.5″. You can customize and expand the use and functionality of your Sol Titanium by adding additional FluxRing cups or any other Jetboil accessory (all sold separately).

NOTE: The Jetboil Sol Titanium requires the use of a Jetpower Fuel canister (sold separately). Each Jetpower Fuel canister provides ample energy to boil 12 liters of water and, at only 3.5 oz., stows conveniently inside the nested Sol Titanium cooking system.

Want to get your hands on the Jetboil Sol Titanium system at a great price? RV Ops has Jetboil stoves and so much more in stock and ready to ship right now!

 
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