Skaters In Cars Looking At Spots: Tony Hawk Part 1

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In part 1 of ‘Skaters In Cars Looking At Spots,’ Chris Nieratko visits legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk at his private training warehouse, then visits the Fallbrook house Hawk lived in over twenty years ago.

Source: Skaters In Cars Looking At Spots: Tony Hawk Part 1

Take a trip down memory lane with Tony Hawk as he talks about the rise and fall of his childhood ramps in the yard where he grew up.  This is a great video with some personal information about a childhood hero of many action sports athletes regardless of our sport.

How Much Political Influence Do Climbers Have? – Climbing Magazine | Rock Climbing, Mountaineering, Bouldering, Ice Climbing

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You might dismiss the idea that climbers hold political power, but you’d be wrong.

Source: How Much Political Influence Do Climbers Have? – Climbing Magazine | Rock Climbing, Mountaineering, Bouldering, Ice Climbing

Everybody has political power, it is our duty as American’s to Vote.  A Climber saying that his vote does not matter is no different than any regular person in any city, in any state, saying that their vote doesn’t matter.  Climber, Accountant, Cyclist, Movie Star, Mom, Dad, Teacher or Doctor, Your Vote Matters.

Be sure to read the great article by Cameron Fenton about the different climbers funds and activist groups and companies that exist in climbing.

Dew Tour Challenges Traditional Ski And Snowboard Competition Formats At 2016 Breckenridge Event | Dew Tour

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In a time when slopestyle runs regularly include triple corks and halfpipe runs showcase flawless consistency with technical leaps forward each season, it’

Source: Dew Tour Challenges Traditional Ski And Snowboard Competition Formats At 2016 Breckenridge Event | Dew Tour

Skyler Wilder wrote a great article on the Dew Tour changing their competition format from the standard to include new features, separate courses and even team style events.

Slopestyle Jump Runs are separate from Jib runs and the Superpipe has “Hip In’s”  and “Jump Outs” but is this really what Dew Tour needs or Action Sports in general?  You be the judge?

Tour of California 2017: Upgraded to WorldTour level.

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Follow live coverage of the 2017 Tour of California, including news, results, stage reports, photos, podcasts and expert analysis

Source: Tour of California 2017: Results & News | Cyclingnews.com

The 12th edition of the Amgen Tour of California will see the US race jump to the WorldTour level for the first time in 2017. The seven-day race, down from eight days in previous years, will take place May 14-20 in the Golden State.

“Tour of California contenders

Two-time World Champion and 2015 Tour of California winner Peter Sagan, who also holds the record for most California stage wins at 15, has confirmed he will be at the 2017 race with his new team Bora-Hansgroe. The rest of the teams and riders for the 2017 race are not yet known. “

Danny MacAskill’s Wee Day Out 

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Danny MacAskill put out another amazing video.  Not only is the riding out of this world, but the cinematic views of Scotland are priceless.  And don’t forget the comedy and the outtakes!  Thanks for putting this out guys!

How Athletes Read Nutrition Labels | Bicycling

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“What are you looking for?” asks my daughter as she watches me scan the nutrition label on a box of granola bars.  “When I buy whole vegetables, meats, beans, grains and fruits, I know exactly what’s in them” I say. “When I don’t, I use the labels to know what I’m buying.”

Source: How Athletes Read Nutrition Labels | Bicycling

Most Nutrition advice and labels are designed for the average consumer.  How is this information different for Athletes?  Read this short article from Bicycling Mag to learn about how an athlete has to interpret needs for fat, carbs and protein.  You’ll be surprised at the amount of fat you might actually need to be eating.