Lou Dzierzak
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Minneapolis Underwater
MinneapolisMinneapolis has, for the most part, grown used to Mother Nature and her constant curve balls, but recent summer rains have flooded many favorite local trails.
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Northstar Rising
MinneapolisBell Canoes are back under the new name of, Northstar, and they're as timeless, classic and durable as ever, perfect for the Boundary Waters.
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River Sports Owner is Knoxville's Outdoor Ambassador
KnoxvilleRiver Sports Outfitters owner, Ed McCallister, is known by many as Knoxvilles outdoor ambassador. Once a recreational canoeist, he has now become...
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ArtCrank
MinneapolisArtCrank uses creativity and art to change the way people think about cycling and biking in Minneapolis and elsewhere.
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Outdoor Divas: Serving Outdoorsy Women in Boulder
Outdoor Divas, in Boulder, CO, is the first women-specific specialty outdoor retail store, and it's earned a very loyal following because of its devotion to quality.
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The Fascinating History of Skinny Skis in Jackson
Jackson HoleSkinny Skis is celebrating it's 40th anniversary and forty years of powering outdoor recreation in Jackson, WY.
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Try Fly
MinneapolisIn April, Patagonia will launch Try Fly for Simple Fly Fishing in Minneapolis, geared toward teaching people how to learn the sport.
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Rod Johnson & Midwest Mountaineering
MinneapolisRod Johnson founded Midwest Mountaineering in 1971, & for more than 40 years he's worked to bring the best outdoor gear to the Twin Cities.
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30 Days of Biking
Minneapolis30 Days of Cycling was founded in Minneapolis to motivate local riders to make a pledge to ride every day in April.
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Mammoth Gravel Classic
MinneapolisThe Mammoth Gravel Classic is an endless network of gravel roads, and for race rounder Frank Lundeen, it's unadulterated advernture.
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SXSW
AustinRootsRated presents a collection of recreation activities recommended by local experts who live and breathe in Austin’s outdoor parks and trails every day.
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Snow Motion
MinneapolisFat Bikes are the perfect way to explore Minneapolis during its long, snowy winters.
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Indeed’s Hot Box Imperial Smoked Pepper Porter | RootsRated Stories
MinneapolisBlessed with incredible hiking and paddling, Minneapolis' outdoor recreation inspires Indeed Brewing Company's approach to craft beer.
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Winged Foot Club Embraces the Cold
MinneapolisSome of the hardiest runners in North America, the Winged Foot Club runs the Twin Cities' trails regardless of polar vortex temperatures.
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The Brutal Arrowhead Ultra 135
Minneapolis135 miles of freezing winds and deep snow test the limits of cold weather athletes in one of the world's great endurance events.
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Great Outdoor Provision Co. Gets Thousands Hiking
In Charlottesville, Great Outdoor Provision Co. has the best product collections, apparel, and gear for all kinds of outdoor pursuits.
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Great Outdoor Provision Co. Raleigh Cameron Village
Great Outdoor Provision Co. is not just a gear store or a lifestyle store. The store has product collections to meet almost every need.
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Shenandoah Joe Coffee
With locations in Charlottesville and Harrisonburg, Va., Shenandoah Joe Coffee has expanded from a small roastery into a local favorite with a menu that boasts specialty espresso drinks and coffee.
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Q&A with San Francisco Runner Blane Bachelor
San FranciscoBlane Bachelor, San Francisco runner, talks about her commitment to the sport and what makes California a runner's paradise.
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Q&A with Ultra Runner Kurt Decker
MinneapolisMinneapolis based runner Kurt Decker talks about his love of trails and why he runs outdoors in the Minnesota winter!
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Q&A with Mackenzie Lobby Havey
MinneapolisNew Balance and RootsRated have teamed up to profile runners making a difference in their communities. We asked each of our runners a series of questions to learn a little more about what running means to them, where they like to run, and what a...
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Zach Andrews: Running is an Adventure
BirminghamA former collegiate baseball player and member of a band, Zach Andrews is now an accomplished Alabama ultra runner.
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Minnesotan Caitlin Gregg Wins Bronze at World Championships
MinneapolisCaitlin and Brian Gregg measure success in a different way. Giving back to their community means as much as Olympic medals.