39 articles tagged with mountain biking
Growing up in Edmonton, Vancouver always represented the wild, untamed cousin of Canadian cities to me – where urban sophistication crashes magnificently against primal wilderness. Returning to Canadian soil after years abroad feels like slipping into a familiar sweater, yet...
The taxi driver laughed when I mentioned my plans to seek outdoor adventures in São Paulo. 'Senhor, this is a concrete jungle, not the Amazon,' he said, navigating through the endless sea of high-rises that define Brazil's largest metropolis. After...
When most folks hear 'Mitchell, South Dakota,' they immediately think of the world-famous Corn Palace. But as someone who builds structures for a living and jumps out of perfectly good aircraft for fun, I'm here to tell you this prairie...
Standing at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains with my heart pounding in anticipation, I couldn't help but wonder why Ogden isn't on every adventure seeker's radar. Just 40 minutes north of Salt Lake City lies this former railroad town...
There's something profoundly spiritual about reconnecting with nature, especially in a place where urban design and wilderness coexist in such harmony. Having grown up just a few hours east of Vancouver in London, Ontario, I've always felt a special connection...
There's something profoundly transformative about returning to one's roots with fresh eyes. Having grown up just a province away in Ontario, I'd always viewed Calgary as that distant western cousin – familiar in name but foreign in experience. Now, after...
When most people think of Rio de Janeiro, images of golden sand beaches and samba dancers immediately come to mind. But during my recent winter visit to this vibrant Brazilian metropolis, I discovered that Rio's true magic extends far beyond...
There's something about returning to Canadian soil that awakens the wild spirit in me. Having spent my formative years in London, Ontario, I've always appreciated how Canadian cities serve as gateways to untamed wilderness. Calgary exemplifies this duality perfectly—a sophisticated...
There is something profoundly spiritual about the red earth of Moab that speaks to ancient connections between humanity and landscape. As I stood at the trailhead of Slickrock, the morning sun illuminating the vast sandstone playground before me, I couldn't...