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Bike Magic

Before long, a simple hobby can grow into so much more.

The Booboo

Sometimes, injuries can happen even before you hit the trail.

Camp Hell

Last laugh: the perils of backyard camping.

Pedaling with a Purpose

Helping a Blue Ridge Marathoner, and being amazed at the talent and times around him.

Mike Morris Takes on Kilamanjaro

The local runner, marathoner, and hiker climbs Africa's tallest peak.

Fly Fishing Capital of the World?

Our writer and three great guides make the case.

5 Great Do-‘n’-Dines

The mountains are full of great climbing, hiking, biking, fishing and more. And also full of great dining-with-view. Combine the two for great fun.

Family Camping: 10 Great Spots

it’s spring—time to get the family outside and into the woods. See our list of 10 great Virginia mountain family campgrounds.

Quick Strides: Tour de Floyd, Lyme Disease, and More

Get a look at the Quick Strides department featured in the Spring 2016 issue of Life Outside.

All Downhill

Mountain-biker Corey Heitz has undertaken lots of outdoor pursuits, including rowing, running and backpacking. But for the go-to these days, it’s the bicycle out on the trails.

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Bike Magic

Before long, a simple hobby can grow into so much more.
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The Booboo

Sometimes, injuries can happen even before you hit the trail.
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Camp Hell

Last laugh: the perils of backyard camping.
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Pedaling with a Purpose

Helping a Blue Ridge Marathoner, and being amazed at the talent and times around him.
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Mike Morris Takes on Kilamanjaro

The local runner, marathoner, and hiker climbs Africa's tallest peak.
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Fly Fishing Capital of the World?

Our writer and three great guides make the case.
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5 Great Do-‘n’-Dines

The mountains are full of great climbing, hiking, biking, fishing and more. And also full of great dining-with-view. Combine the two for great fun.
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Family Camping: 10 Great Spots

it’s spring—time to get the family outside and into the woods. See our list of 10 great Virginia mountain family campgrounds.
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Quick Strides: Tour de Floyd, Lyme Disease, and More

Get a look at the Quick Strides department featured in the Spring 2016 issue of Life Outside.
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All Downhill

Mountain-biker Corey Heitz has undertaken lots of outdoor pursuits, including rowing, running and backpacking. But for the go-to these days, it’s the bicycle out on the trails.
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