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In this Issue:
Spring Editor’s Choice Awards
Ever imagine that you’ve landed on the smoothest road, the highest trail, or in the travel destination of your dreams? We do. Outfit your next road ride, trail run, or travel adventure with our comprehensive guide to the products you’ll need and the accessories you’ll crave. Prepare for anything. Edited By Kristy Holland
Leaving Las Vegas
Kim Coats made a change that ended in both adventure and a fulfilling reward: helping people. Writer Jayme Otto profi les Kim’s transition from Vegas mover and shaker to chase-car driver in the Rwandan cycling scene and in-country bike distributor for Project Rwanda. Read about how Kim found her dream, how she found Rwanda, and how she found herself. By Jayme Otto
Shining Bright: Women in the Land of the Midnight Sun
Writer Hal Smith fell ass-over-tin-can in love with Alaska—and with the women who live there. What started as a nervous flight around Denali turned into a thoughtful look at the role women play in America’s largest and wildest state. By Hal Smith
The Dirt: People, Places, and Things from Our Outdoor World
- Travel: Escape DC, Fiji underwater, wildflower hot spots, dog hotels, and Avalon, California
- Planet Earth: New Zealand’s adventure attitude, country vs. city living, and a group of old broads fighting for wilderness
- Fun Stuff: Climber Emily Harrington’s music rocks, and raising compassionate kids.
- Inspiration and Information: Off-road in Morocco, meet a redwood scientist, a 10-minute kayak makeover, sunglass technology, and why running is like wearing heels
American Dudes
Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan’s farewell column is a field guide to spotting Mr. Right: identifying traits and how to approach him safely.
Montana Surround
Phil Condon questions his interest and excitement about the changing seasons. Is it worth hiding from nature?
Slither On
Explore caves and key into a new world of underground amazement. Plus: tips, tools, and things to know from a caving expert.
Immunity in Overdrive
Is getting sick good for you? How your immune system turns chronic inflammation against you, and what to watch out for if you’re the healthiest girl you know.
Department of Energy
Energize your workout with bars, gels, and blocks—but know what to eat and when. Plus: How to read the label.
The Gladiator
Surrendering to gravity on a downhill bike.
