Five towns around the country offer you an awesome summer where you can climb, bike, paddle, and even surf. Collect scars, forget about the daily grind, and have the time of your life.

Don't become a bear burger. Read our tips, watch our Oscar-winning videos, and learn how to deal with animal encounters in the backcountry.

Before you get dirty, you have to get clean. Here's a step-by-step guide to cleaning your mountain bike that'll have you ready to ride when the phone starts ringing.

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