It has become common knowledge across the universities of the world that walking is the least effective way to get to class. From rollerskates and Heelys to hoverboards and longboards everyone has a favorite form of transportation. Here on Logan Campus, bikes are a popular choice. Aggie Blue Bikes provides the majority of those bikes…
Author: Summer Vaughn
The Lost Boys
The idea of living off the grid, either out of a rigged vehicle, a tent, or a backpack has become a fantasy for most outdoor enthusiasts. This often leads to the search for seasonal work that will keep you in the backcountry or at least with a long drive from town. But how about during…
The Badass Backcountry Woman
Being a woman is hard. Being a woman in the wilderness is harder. We don’t have some of the luxuries that men have. We deal with menstruation, sexism, and having to squat to pee. Life can be hard for an adventurous girl. Katie Burns, the associate director of campus recreation, has some tips to make…
Aggie Gear Guide – Eureka Camps Stove
Sophomore Outdoor Product Design student Nash Calvin recommends Eureka car camp stove for an essential camp kitchen addition. “I recommend it to others because it’s compact, feeds 5, and just cooks great food. I keep it in the back of my truck all the time for a coffee after or before a hike or for…
Aggie Gear Guide – Salsa Journeyman 700c gravel bike.
There are many types of bikers. There are the mountain bikers who’s downhill runs and jumps might terrify some. Cyclist’s need for speed might cause them to miss the scenic views. Then there are the bikers who put themselves through miles after miles of road. Freshman Outdoor Product Design student Jack Dorrance recommends the Salsa…
Aggie Gear Guide – 1970s Chouinard Stoppers
Freshman Outdoor Product Design student Baylee Vogler recommends using stoppers over cams when climbing. “My favorite gear is probably my stoppers. Cams are great but when you get a solid nut placement in a crack you just know that thing could hold a truck. My uncle gave me his old set and I’ve taken it…
Aggie Gear Guide – Woman’s Club II Shorts
In this week’s Aggie Gear Guide Junior Outdoor Product Design student Sierra Rich recommends Performance Woman’s Club II Shorts for biking. “I’ve had them for four years and they’ve held up amazingly and they make my biking experience so much more comfortable.” These reasonably priced shorts are perfect for long bike rides. They are fast…
Aggie Gear Guide – Petzl Quark Ice Axes
You are halfway up a frozen waterfall. Ice breaks apart and showers down. Your cheeks and nose go numb. Arms and legs tremble with exertion and adrenaline. Despite all this, you could not be happier. Junior Outdoor Product Design student Cale Colburn recommends the Petzl Quark ice axes for your next ice climb. “They are…
Aggie Gear Guide – 2013 JJ Armada Skis with Dynafit Bindings
Winter break is the perfect time to hit the slopes, and this Aggie Gear Guide has the perfect recommendation. Freshman Outdoor Product Design student Leif Lofgren recommends the 2013 JJ Armada backcountry skis with Dynafit bindings for this year’s ski season. “[They’re] super lightweight for long tours, and really deliver in downhill performance as well….
A View on the Environment – Fires Down Under
The continent of Australia is on fire. Deadly bushfires sweep across the land, forcing people to evacuate. According to the NSW Rural Fire Service, a total of 146 fires are burning across the state of New South Wales, and 65 are uncontained. In the state of Victoria, three fires have combined to form a fire…