Whether you are car camping or spending the night in a park or elsewhere with friends or family, a good sleeping bag is definitely something that you will need for camping. And unlike backpackers, you don’t have to focus on only the lightweight options. Instead, you can select something that gives you the comfort you […]

Just because it’s a non-contact kind of sport, that doesn’t make snowboarding completely risk-free either. Taking a few precautions with gear and attitude can keep you safer when you’re out on your board. Protect Your Eyes Goggles are a must when snowboarding for several reasons. The first is to protect your eyes from flying snow,

Thinking about getting into snowboarding as a fun new way to enjoy some outdoor winter sport? You’ll need a few things before you begin. Below we’ll break down some of the basic necessary gear to get you started. The Snowboard Might as well start with the most important item: the board itself. This is what

If you’re looking for some fun to add to your summer cookouts and get togethers, then consider adding one of these weatherproof foosball tables to your deck or patio. These things are designed to take whatever Mother Nature dishes out. And they give you endless hours of fun, which makes one of these a great

Whether you are frugal or just up for adventure, there is something special about car camping. A lot of the time, it’s just convenient and in some places it is the best way to wake up to the most awe-inspiring surroundings. If you’ve ever visited Yosemite, then you know that car camping beats staying outside the

Perhaps you’re an expert skier and want to try snowboarding for the first time or maybe you’ve never done either and want to know which you should try first. While skiing and snowboarding share some similarities they also have many distinctions. In this article we’ll compare and contrast these two popular winter pastimes. Skiing and

You’ve just purchased a new snowboard and while board maintenance may not be foremost in your mind, it won’t be long before you’ll need to consider it. New boards are pre-waxed. So, although you won’t need to wax your board right away, keep in mind that waxing is a beneficial habit you’ll definitely want to

For snowboard enthusiasts no maintenance task is too mundane. By cleaning, waxing and repairing your board you’ll save money and have a greater appreciation for your board’s performance. All that’s necessary is a little equipment and some basic knowledge to keep your board in running order. Even if this is all new to you, with

Becoming a skilled snowboarder takes time, practice and patience. If you consider learning to snowboard a progression, you’ll appreciate not only the skills you’re learning but also your time on the mountain. Your goal should be having fun. With that in mind we’ve provided some tips for those just beginning their snowboarding adventure. Are you