A new approach: footwear that lets you jump from one activity to another without changing shoes

Article Abstract:

Approach boots are a new category of athletic shoe/boot that can be used in sports such as hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking. Eleven boots are evaluated for fit, comfort and durability. They include the $65 Adidas Kcor, the $50 Merrell Approach and the $79 Salomon Exit Low.

Evaluation, Product/Service Evaluation, Boots, Adidas Kcor (Boots), Hi-Tec Extreme (Boots), Merrell Approach (Boots), Nike Air Mada Plus (Boots), One Sport Cayuse (Boots), Reebok Terrazone Lo (Boots), Rockport WLV 10 Leadville Racer (Boots), Salomon Exit Low (Boots), Tecnica Terrawild (Boots), Timberland Treeline Low (Boots), Vasque Exodus 7605 (Boots)

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Indoor skiing: a little body-conscious Feldenkrais training can go a long way toward improving your performance on the slopes

Article Abstract:

Using the Feldenkrais Method indoors can help skiers to improve their skills by retraining their body movements and developing body awareness. The method teaches the use of bones rather than muscles to maintain balance.

Usage, Training, Muscular sense, Kinesthesia, Skiers, Feldenkrais method

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Almost heaven

Article Abstract:

A woman cyclist describes a six-day mountain bike tour in West Virginia arranged by Elk River Touring. The tour covered 20 to 30 miles of scenic trails each day. Nights were spent in hunting lodges and log cabins.

Personal narratives, Recreation, Bicycle touring, West Virginia

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