The best way to see fall colors is to get out of the car and onto the trail. On foot, you escape traffic, breathe fresh, invigorating air and witness the…
Marie Malinowski
Marie Malinowski
Marie is a Minneapolis-based mountain biker, bike commuter, sea kayaker, backpacker, trail runner and world traveler. She is inspired by all things outdoors and has searched (unsuccessfully) for life’s answers in the fjords of Greenland, Roatan’s coral reefs, Moab’s singletrack, the Swiss alps and while wandering aimlessly through Amsterdam with only a messenger bag, twenty Euros, and a dog-eared copy of In a Sunburned Country.
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Runners will no doubt remember the barefoot running craze that ensured us humans were fully-equipped to chuck perfectly good 8mm drop running shoes to embrace our Neanderthalic roots. Well, the…
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From saving money to sanity, bike commuting has countless benefits. Having the right clothing and gear adds to the experience. Now that Fall is here, you need gear to keep…
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Whether you’re car camping in a national forest campground or living out of a backpack for a few days on the Superior Hiking Trail, camping is—and always will be—the best…
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There are very few women founded, women led, women run brands that reach 15. If you have ever met Nicole DeBoom, the founder and owner, you would see why her…
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The Velocio Trail gloves ($79) are an off-road, full-fingered cycling glove that is equal parts heavy on the mesh for enhanced ventilation and optimal padding to absorb bumps and vibrations…
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If the fashion industry got smart enough to include cycling apparel, the Velocio Delta Jersey ($99) would grace the catwalks of Milan Fashion week—because not only is it a tailored…
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The reason I’ve been so remiss in reviewing the Maloja Viagrava jersey ($109) is that I’ve been busy riding in it! Maloja isn’t the first name that comes to mind…
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There is so much to say about the Maloja Pischa cycling skirt ($99). So much to say. For starters, it’s hands-down the most functional cycling skirt I have ever met. Comfortable,…
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The NeatIce Bag ($29.99) is a reusable ice container for your cooler that keeps your food and beer cold and the inside of your cooler neat (pun intended). While I…