Double Crossed
by Ray Birks
All bike images provided by Matt the XWA rider.
“My bike just got stolen from Fred Meyers.”
That Facebook message surprisingly extended a short-lived friendship that was forged out ... Read More...
The Neurological Rewards of Runout
The Neurological Rewards of Runout
by Mark Shaffer Mark Shaffer getting ready to clip the next bolt on a stiff route.
As your legs start to shake and your forearms ache, you glance nervously at you... Read More...
KiteDreams and KiteMares
Story and photos by Kim Anderson
The sport of kitesurfing is showing up in the Northwest on every body of water that has a consistent amount of wind and has become especially popular in Hood River. Wat... Read More...
Living to 100
by Andy Dappen A group of 65- to 75-year olds still climbing peaks on multi-day backpacking trips in Central Washington.
Newsweek’s cover story recently focused on the science of healthy living. Most ... Read More...
Fire-Resistant Plants for Chelan & Douglas Counties
by Sarah Shaffer
In the last eight years we have had too many fires creep into our surrounding foothills and even into the city of Wenatchee. With our ever changing climate it has made me wonder what I should ... Read More...
Desmarais Twins: Gear Recommendations
Andy Dappen asked the Desmarais twins if they would list what they carry on trail runs. The duo also enjoys picking the brains of other hardcore athletes and included a list of all-star trail-running products t... Read More...
Crazy Robin & the Gun
by Andy Dappen
It is difficult believing one crazed bird could vacate its bowels with such vulgarity and regularity that each square foot of the porch and every square inch of the window sills have been blotte... Read More...
The Athletic Life-Understanding Bikes & Conquering Competitions With Evan Plews
Question: Evan, please tell us a bit about yourself. Your hobbies, interests, etc.
Answer: I love most things outside, but mountain biking has been my passion for most of my life.
Evan Plews at the Ancient... Read More...
The Athletic Life-Sisterhood of the Rope with Katy Pfannenstein
Editors Note: Katy has been an inspiration for our team at Wenatchee Outdoors for awhile now. Her upbeat attitude, zest for life and multi-sport passions had us curious to know more about her. Read below to get... Read More...
Five Reasons to Come Back
Five Reasons to Come Back
by Katie Covey
Now that I'm halfway through my senior year at Washington State University, the unsettling feeling of what to do after graduation is slowly creeping up. That dreaded q... Read More...