Man, do I need some bike advice. I have been riding mountain bikes exclusively for the last ten years. I now want to buy a road bike specifically for commuting and exercise. I would like something fun and comfortable to ride, but geared like a road bike for speed. I considering the Marin Tiburon and the Specialized Sirrus Pro, which are in my price range. What should I go for? Lawrence Elk Grove, California

A major new resort opens in the affordable Great White North, where they apparently didn't get the word that skiing is dead

  What to do with old airbags? It’s a question the designers at Keen were asking themselves when they came up with the Harvest III, a new limited edition series of bags for 2012. Keen “harvested” pre-consumer automobile airbags for its new Harvest III tote, backpack, and wallet. Here's a…

Driving home from a trip last summer, a wire got loose in my trunk and melted seven little holes in my tent all the way through the mesh, vestibule, and nylon floors and walls. Is there any way to repair this, or do I just have to suck it up and purchase a new tent? Reagen Calgary, Alberta

When society breaks down, it’ll be every man for himself alone in the wilds fighting for food and survival. Whether it’s Zombieland, a nuclear holocaust, the 2012 presidential elections, or another day when you might need to fillet small mammals to survive, be prepared with Gerber’s Apocalypse Kit.

On Ireland's western fringe, the mystic highlands of Connemara hide an unexpected kingdom of adventure.

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Don't be a tool! The latest in advanced cutlery puts a survival kit in your pocket.

Week of February 13-19, 1997 Cycling outfitters for the British Isles Learning at the helm in sailing school Exploring Grenada’s natural offerings Racing in short-term extreme events Beating the crowds for Grand Canyon hiking Racing in short-term extreme events Question: There are probably…

Week of May 8-14, 1997 Hiking in Steamboat Springs Fat Tire Festival in Colorado Rafting trips for Boy Scouts Hidden wonder near Phoenix Short trip to Iceland in May Short trip to Iceland in May Question: I’m planning a short trip to Iceland…