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EARLY SUMMER 2009VOL. 27 NO 3

6 STARTING LINE Giant Gear Giveaway, Ogden Paddle

Festival, Flowrider Reopened, No More Junk Mail, The Bookshelf

8 RESORT REPORT Concerts, Festivals, Races and Summer

Activities at Local Resorts

FEATURES10 Green Gear Guide BY Jenny Willden

14 Local Recycling Guide BY Bill Novak

16 NUTRITION How’s Your Salad Bar Savvy? BY Molly Newman

TRAILSIDES19 Hit the Trails: Tips and Products for Off-

Road Running BY Jenny Willden

22 Getting Down...Without Falling Down BY Mike Newberry

24 CALENDAR Two Months Worth of Calendar Listings

30 LAST WORD WHAT’S HOT Purifying Your Own Water

DOES IT WORK? Enlyten Strips BY Jenny Willden

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ASSOCIATE PUBLISHERPaula Bell

MANAGING EDITORJennifer Willden

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CONTRIBUTORSMike Newberry, Molly Newman, Bill Novak

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Sample over 500 wines and enjoy delicious food at this annual event in the Canyons Resort Village. The event takes place on Saturday, July 11 from 3–6 p.m. and features live entertainment and an array of luxury-related vendors. You’ll see cooking demonstrations and the Viking Steel Chef Competition on the outdoor stage. This memorable event of The Park City Food and Wine Classic grows each year and is not to be missed. Before the event, take the Canyon’s gondola and enjoy the beautiful scenery, hiking trails and disc golf course. parkcityfoodandwineclassic.com

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The Starting LineEditor’s NoteDid you notice the name change on our cover? This summer we’ve become Outdoor Sports Guide and though the name is new, we’ll still be providing you with the same great articles, news and event listings as before. We’ll also be adding new columns, more giveaways and introducing more themed issues.

This is our fi rst ever green issue and it’s all about reducing your impact on the earth and supporting eco-friendly initiatives. You can make a big difference by making little changes in your life like eliminating junk mail (pg. 7), buying green gear (pg. 10) and purifying your own water instead of buying bottled (pg. 30). How do you reduce your footprint? Send your green living tips to [email protected]. We’ll publish our favorites on Outdoor Sports Guide’s new website at sportsguidemag.com.

This website just launched and there you’ll fi nd extra articles, gear reviews, giveaways, our blog, an e-version of the magazine, a local event calendar and more. If you’re an event organizer you’ll love the new calendar; it allows you easily add your events to our site for free! Enjoy, and please let us know what you think.

— Jenny Willden

Comments, feedback or complaints: email – [email protected] or send mail to 772 E. 3300 S., Suite 200, SLC, UT 84106

Win Free Gear in Our Giant Giveaway!You could win great eco-friendly prizes featured in this issue! It’s easy, just go to sportsguidemag. com and fi ll out our reader survey. This survey will help us make Outdoor Sports Guide even better by showing us what you want in a magazine. Fill in your name and address at the end of the survey and you’ll be entered to win: a SteriPen® Journey and FitsAll Filter, Keen Irving bag, Locals Have More Fun T-shirts, Guyot Designs MicroBites™, Guyot Designs TapGuard™, Guyot Designs Squishy Bowls, Terrasoles shoes, Bridgedale Bamboo socks, K. Bell Organic Cotton socks, tekoPOLY™ socks, O’Keeffe’s Life Out There Cream, Kelty Saunter bag, Dakine Project Blue Surf Pack, Stonewear Designs Headbands, FEW T-shirts, Enlyten Energy and Electrolyte Strips and the book All the Way to the Ocean.

To see all these great prizes, fl ip through the issue and look for the “Win This!” logo that appears next to select items. If you fi lled out the survey advertised in the Keeper issue, you’re already entered to win in this giveaway as well. Deadline for entries is September 7, 2009.

Basic Wilderness Life Support

Certifi cation ClassLearn how to prevent and treat injuries or illnesses common in outdoor activities in this one-day certifi cation course on July 25 from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at the Salt Lake REI. The course includes morning lectures at REI about preparing for outings, assessing injuries, deciding whether to treat or evacu-ate a patient and evacuation methods. The afternoon will include hands-on scenarios outside, weather permitting. At the end of the day you’ll receive a Basic Wilderness Life Support certifi cate. Tuition is $95. Call REI at 801-486-2100 or visit bwls.org to register. rei.com

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3rd Annual Ogden Paddle FestivalEnjoy a day on the water at Ogden’s Paddle Festival on Saturday, August 22 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Pineview Reservoir Middle Inlet. This fam-ily-friendly event features kayak, canoe and kiteboard demos as well as live music, children’s activities, fl y fi shing instruction, clinics, kayak races, great food, prize drawings and more. Admission is $5 for kids, $10 for adults, $15 for couples and $20 for families. For more information call 801-629-8252. ogdencity.com

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Flowrider Has Reopened! Ogden’s Flowrider was temporarily closed for upgrades and a remodel, but it’s reopened and allows you to experience the thrill of surfi ng without being near an ocean. They call Flowrider a wave in a box, and how it works is an engine drives 10,000 gallons of fl owing water to create waves you can ride! It’s a perfect way for a beginner to learn the basics of surfi ng, or is great for perfecting your surfi ng skills. Flowrider times are generally booked in advance, so call 801-528-5352 for reservations. Right now you can also get grand reopening discounts sent to your phone by texting 89800. The Flowrider is open Monday–Saturday. fl owriderutah.com

The Bookshelf All the Way to the Ocean By Joel Harper, Illustrated By Mark Spusta

This children’s book tells the story of two friends, Isaac and James, and their discovery of the relationship between our cities’ storm drains and the world’s oceans, lakes and rivers. It’s a great way to teach and inspire kids to do their part to keep

our environment safe. Also, the book is printed on recycled paper, which saved 9,000 gallons of water, 22 trees and 1,000 pounds of solid waste. Soy ink was also used, which produces less airborne toxins than regular ink. A portion of the proceeds from the book go to to the Surfrider Foundation, a non-profi t that works to protect oceans, waves and beaches. $14.95 allthewaytotheocean.com

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Brian HeadBeginning in late June, shuttle and lift service (Friday-Sunday) will access over 200 miles of single-track bike trails. Also enjoy a scenic chairlift ride to 11,000 feet with cool alpine temperatures and Southern Utah’s unique red-rock panorama. Disc golf fanat-ics will fi nd one of the most challenging high-altitude courses ever designed. brianhead. com

The CanyonsBeginning mid-June, take the gondola to access great hiking and mountain biking trails as well as an 18-hole disc golf course, then enjoy lunch outside at Red Pine Café. Call 435-649-5400 for more information.

July 3rd CelebrationThis free annual bash begins at 7:30 p.m. and fea-tures live music by the Disco Drippers followed by a huge fi reworks display.

Summer Concert Series (Saturdays, July 18 –August 29)Free live music from 6–8:30 p.m. each Saturday.

Rock the Canyons: Intermountain Cup Grand Finale (August 1)A cross country bike race that begins and ends in the Resort Village. Race starts at noon and con-cludes with a post-race barbecue and a free concert. thecanyons. com

Deer ValleyFrom mid-June to mid-September, access hiking and mountain biking trails from the chairlift, or just enjoy a scenic ride up and down. Horseback riding is also available throughout the summer. Call 800-424-3337 for more information. deervalley.com

Park City Mountain ResortEnjoy thrills like the Alpine Coaster, Alpine Slide, Zip Rider and climbing wall throughout the summer sea-son, or ride the chairlift from Main Street for a scenic view of Park City. Then play a round of mini golf, go mountain biking, hiking or take the kids on just-their-size amusement park rides. Call 435-649-8111 for more information. parkcitymountain. com

Powder MountainTake a guided tour of the resort this summer in an over-sized off-road vehicle through 10,000 acres that are nor-mally inaccessible to the public by vehicle. Each three-hour tour includes great scenery and wildlife views and tours can be tailored to your preferences. For more information email [email protected] or call 801-745-3772.

Powder Mountain Hill Climb (June 27)The fi rst annual cycling race on Powder Mountain Road from Wolf Creek’s Festival Field to Timberline Lodge. Begins at 8 a.m. Prizes and awards for po-dium fi nishers. Register at sportsbaseonline.com.

Powder Mountain Motocross (August 27-30)For this event the mountain will be transformed into a world-class motocross course designed by Jeremy McGrath. There will also be camping, hiking, biking, food and many more activities. For more information call 801-745-3772. powdermountain. com

SnowbasinFree Sunday concerts, hiking, mountain biking and disc golf are available all summer long at the re-sort. Call 801-620-1000 for more information. snowbasin. com

SnowbirdThis summer ride the ZipRider or Alpine Slide or go hiking, biking, horseback and ATV riding on the beauti-ful trails. Also check out the camps, concerts, festivals and NEW this year, the Wasatch Mining Company Gemstone Mine.

22nd Annual Mountain Bout Bike Race (July 11)The race starts near Snowbird Center (Entry 2) at 8:30 a.m. You can register online at intermountaincup. com/race or call 801-933-2222 for more information. snowbird. com

Speedgoat 50K (July 18)Run what many call the toughest 50K in the United States. Registration is $70 and registration deadline is July 5. karlmeltzer. com/speedgoat-50k

SolitudeScenic chairlift rides, 18 holes of disc golfi ng, moun-tain biking and hiking are available all summer. Also, for the fi rst time ever, the Yurt is open for sum-mer dining. The night includes a scenic hike, a four-course dinner and watching the sun set while you dine. Call 801-536-5745 for more information. skisolitude. com

SundanceEnjoy scenic lift rides, hiking, mountain biking, horse-back riding and a kids’ nature camp throughout the summer season. Call 801-225-4107 for more infor-mation. sundanceresort. com

Wolf CreekIn the summer season, hiking, mountain and road biking, horseback riding, hot air balloon rides, geo-caching, white water rafting and kayaking are avail-able. Call 801-745-3737 for more information. wolfcreekutah. com

Winter resorts aren’t just for skiing and snowboarding. Enjoy summer in the canyons by attending events and taking part in activities at local resorts.


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Keen Irving Bag 1 Made from woven 100% recycled rice paper, this unique bag is per-fect for carrying around town, shopping and more. It even features interior and exterior zippered pockets to protect small items. Fill it up; you’ll be surprised how much it can haul. $40 keen. com

Keen Harvest Mary Jane 2 This colorful, funky shoe’s upper is crafted with reclaimed rice paper which makes each pair one of a kind. The footbed is made from recycled polyurethane and renewable cork and is covered in natural canvas for a comfortable fi t with or without socks. Great for all day wear, these shoes have awesome arch support and will score you lots of compliments. $70 keen. com

Bridgedale Bamboo Socks 3 Available for men and women in high and low cut styles, this sock is soft, silky and well-cushioned. Plus, it stays stink-free, even after days of wear, because of bamboo’s antimicrobial properties. Bamboo and Coolmax® fabrics wick moisture to keep your feet dry during running, hiking or any activity. In addition to making this eco-friendly sock, Bridgedale supports the Plant a Boo™ campaign that helps fi ght global warming by increasing bamboo cultivation. $13.95 bridgedale. com

Kelty Saunter Bag 4 Great for use while biking or walking, this retro bag is made from eco-friendly materials like recycled polyester and vegetable tanned leather. It comes with a shopper tote that packs up small and features an internal organizational sleeve. $79.95 kelty. com

Craft Leave Your Car Ride 5 Your Bike JerseyDeveloped to promote the benefi ts of cycling as part of your daily routine, this 100% recycled polyester jersey is the fi rst of its kind from Craft. The jersey is available for men and women and features three rear pockets with a fourth zip pocket for use while riding. $74.99 craft-usa. com

FEW T-Shirts 6 This New Zealand-based company now makes organically sustainable tees from 70% bamboo and 30% organic cotton or 100% organic cotton. These tees stand out and show off the sights and sounds of New Zealand with native graphics and sayings. $28 few.co.nz

Guyot Designs MicroBites 7 This mini version of Guyot Designs utensils is a 5-in-1 set con-taining a spoon, fork, knife, spatula and spreader. They weigh less than an ounce and can withstand temperatures up to 450°F. MicroBites carry 25 pounds of verifi ed green house emissions re-ductions, which makes them not just carbon neutral, but carbon negative. $4.95 guyotdesigns. com

Primus EtaPower™ MF Stove 8 Boil water fast (in 2–3 minutes) with this stove which, along with its preheating coil and pots with built-in heat exchangers, allows it to consume half as much fuel and energy as other comparable stoves. The environmentally friendly EtaPower™ MF can be used with LP gas and liquid fuels, such as white gas, gasoline, kerosene and even diesel. Primus buys carbon offsets for every EtaPower™ MF stove sold, making it a carbon-neutral product. But don’t plan to take the EtaPower™ MF on your next 20-mile backpacking trip, weighing in at over 2 pounds (with accessories) it’s best for short trips and camping. $190 primuscamping. com

Big Agnes Diversion Insulated 9 Air Core Recycled PadCamp in comfort with this recycled sleeping pad made from Climashield HL Green 100% recycled synthetic insulation and 100% recycled polyester shell fabric with a recycled aluminum valve. This pad is not self-infl ating, but infl ates quickly by blowing into a valve and is thicker, more comfortable and more compact than self-infl ating pads. Also, if you frequently roll off your pad in the night, use it with a Big Agnes sleeping bag which all contain inte-grated pad sleeves. Stuff sack and repair kit included. $89.95–$99.95 bigagnes. com

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When it comes to gear, green is the new black. Companies in the outdoor industry are following the trend and pushing to go green and help the planet by following sustainable practices and using recycled materials. Join the revolution by purchasing eco-friendly items when you get new gear. This guide is a small sampling of our favorite earth friendly fi nds, but check your favorite local sporting goods store to see more.

Green Gear Guide

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Sierra Designs Wicked 10 Hot 45 Sleeping BagEnjoy summer camping in this unisex bag made from PrimaLoft® Eco, an earth friendly insulation composed of recycled plastic soda and water bottles. Rated to 45°, this ultralight bag stuffs down small so you can fi t it in any pack. It also features straps on the back to keep you on your sleeping pad and has a zipper that goes all the way around the foot box so you can unzip the bag into a comforter. $179 sierradesigns. com

Dakine Project Blue 11 Recycled Surf PacksThese gender-specifi c packs, Oceana (girls) and Recon (guys) are constructed with 100% Polyethylene Terephthalate, which is made from recycled plastic bottles. The packs also feature recycled buckles and use a non-toxic waterproof fabric backing. Though there’s no surfi ng in Utah, you’ll still fi nd loads of reasons to use this pack, like taking it to the lake or pool. It features a seam sealed wetsuit (or swimsuit) pocket, an insulated cooler pocket for drinks and storage space. With the sale of each pack $2 will be donated to the Surfrider Foundation, which helps protect oceans, waves and beaches. Oceana $75, Recon $70 dakine. com

Locals Have More Fun T-shirts 12 Show off your local pride with shirts from this Park City-based company that uses organic cotton for green tees that feature fun graphics and sayings. Also, this organic cotton has a low environ-mental impact because it replenishes soil fertility and reduces the use of toxic fertilizers. The water-based ink used is non-toxic and free of lead, heavy metals and chemicals. This ink embeds the print in the shirt, not on top of it, so you don’t feel the print on the shirt. $23 localshavemorefun. com

Aladdin Recycled and 13 Recyclable Snack ContainerSay goodbye to plastic baggies with these handy dandy snack con-tainers. They’re made from eCycle®, which is a BPA-free mix of recycled plastics. On average eCycle® contains 95% recycled plastics, including 25% post consumer content. There’s a two-way lid for big or little snacking, and two containers nest together easily and fi t in a purse or backpack. $6.99 aladdin-pmi.com

Aladdin Recycled and Recyclable 14 16 Ounce Travel MugDitch the paper coffee cup and replace it with this mug made from BPA-free eCycle®, which contains 100% recycled food grade polypropylene. The mug is car cup compatible for easy travel and is dishwasher and microwave safe. $9.99 aladdin-pmi. com

Merrell Lynx and Boulder T-shirts 15 Stay dry and fresh during your workout with fi tted workout shirts constructed from polyester and Cocona®, a sustainable fabric made of coconut shells that is naturally moisture-wicking and odor resistant. The shirts offer 50+ UPF protection to keep you from getting sunburned and are available for women (Lynx) and men (Boulder). $40 merrell.com

Merrell Zoe and Balance T-shirts 16 Workout this summer in style with Zoe (women) and Balance (men) shirts made from 58% pima cotton and 42% recycled polyester. The shirts feature Opti-Wick™, which wicks moisture from your skin and keeps you dry, even in the hottest summer weather. $34 merrell.com

tekoPOLY™ Low Socks 17 Keep your feet cool and dry during summer activities with these lightweight socks made from recycled polyester, nylon and Lycra. They’re good for biking, running, walking and cross training and offer comfort stretch zones and strike zone cushioning in the footbed. Teko strives to reduce their carbon footprint by using minimal packaging from recycled materials and following other sustainable practices. $11.95 tekosocks. com

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Merrel CP Paragon Support Shoe 18 Perfect for runners with minimal pronation, this lightweight shoe offers fl exible support and breathability without weighing you down. The shoe’s rubber compounds provide traction on dry trails, but because of the shoe’s mesh upper they’re not a good choice for muddy or wet trails, unless you enjoy soaked socks. There’s also an anti-friction fabric in the footbed lining that controls the movement of the foot during impact to avoid blisters. This lining contains over 50% recycled fi bers, which use half the energy and water to produce that virgin materials use. Available for men and women. $90 merrell. com

O’Keeffe’s Life Out There Cream 19 Heal dry, cracked skin in a few days with this water-based cream, guaranteed. It contains Glycerin, which pulls in moisture and locks it in and octyldodecyl stearate, which helps the product absorb more quickly and completely. Jars for this and all O’Keeffe’s prod-ucts are 100% recyclable. Also, the jar’s shrink band will soon be made of a corn-based material instead of the industry standard plastic. Lastly, O’Keeffe’s production facility is pollutant-free. $6.25 okeefescompany. com

Terrasoles Olympus Shoes 20 Cute, colorful and ready for anything, this Mary Jane is made of 100% recycled microfi ber fl eece and mesh. It has an elastic strap to hold the shoe on your foot and a fl exible, molded outsole for extra cushion and comfort. The removable footbed is soft, thick and squishy; you’ll feel as if you’re walking on marshmallows all day. $55 terrasoles. com

Terrasoles Rio Sandals 21 Take these men’s shoes to the lake, walking or even the offi ce. They’re made of tumbled leather and 60% organic cotton and offer protection, stability and a bungee with a toggle for an adjust-able fi t. Though airy and comfy, these shoes do tend to run big so try them on before buying. Like all Terrasoles shoes, the packag-ing is recycled and printed with soy ink. $64.95 terrasoles. com

Terrasoles Lobo Sandals 22 Made from 100% cotton canvas with nubuck leather straps, these sandals are great for wearing after a summer hike or bike ride. Unlike most sandals, they provide enough cushioning and support to wear all day from the unique midsole that’s made of cork, recycled rubber and latex. These sandals are packaged on a plastic hanging hook instead of in a box to reduce waste. The only downfall of the Lobo’s is that they don’t come in half sizes and it can be diffi cult to fi nd an exact fi t. $55 terrasoles. com

New Balance Nbx 23 Sleeveless Running TankStay fresh on long summer runs (or even backpacking trips) in this semi-fi tted, odor resistant tank made from Cocona®, which is a natural fabric from coconut shells that has benefi ts like softness, evaporative cooling and UV protection. The top also features 360º refl ectivity for safety during morning or evening workouts. Men’s styles are also available. $38 newbalance. com

New Balance Nbx-Treme Crop Top 24 This sports bra stays put, fi ts comfortably and provides maximum support during high impact activities. It’s made from a mix of Cocona®, nylon and spandex and works to keep you dry by mov-ing sweat from skin to the outside for quick evaporation. It also absorbs odor and will continue smelling clean, even after multiple uses. $45 newbalance. com

New Balance 70 Shoes 25 The fi rst shoe in New Balance’s launch of eco-friendly products, the upper is composed of 75% recycled polyester and synthet-ics made using fewer solvents than traditional materials, and the uppers were cut to reduce waste by fi tting together like puzzle pieces. The outsole is packed with rice husk fi llers to reduce the amount of rubber and petroleum used, and the shoe is held together with water-based glue. No paper stuffi ng or wrapping is used in the packaging. These shoes, which are made for men and women, are comfortable, light and great for summer adventures. $80 newbalance. com

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ExOffi cio Soytopia Underwear 26 Pack less on trips with these quick drying, nature friendly soy underwear. They’re naturally odor resistant and moisture wicking so you’ll stay fresh all day. Wash them in the sink and they’ll be dry and ready to wear the next day. $22 exoffi cio. com

ExOffi cio Soytopia Skirt and Men’s 27 Satellite Short Sleeve Cricket TeeMade from eco-conscious soy stretch jersey, these items are light-weight, odor resistant and offer sun protection. The skirt has a mesh inner pocket that holds your cash and small items when you don’t want to bring a purse. The men’s shirt is made from a blend of soy and organic cotton for a soft feel. Both items are great for summer travel and recreation. Women’s shirts are also available in this collection. Skirt $55, Shirt $50 exoffi cio. com

Freestyle Boiler Solar Watch 28 Freestyle’s fi rst solar-powered watch can get a year of power from a single charge, but since you’ll wear it outside sometimes, it will have power forever. Also, Freestyle offers a lifetime warranty so your watch should keep ticking as long as you do. It’s water re-sistant to 100 meters and comes with a backlight, Chrono, Alarm, Timer and Dual Time features. This watch’s only negative is that it’s a bit heavy. $115 freestyleusa. com

PrAna E.C.O. Sticky Yoga Mat 29 This earth friendly yoga mat has natural anti-slip materials and is made from Thermal Plastic Elastomer foam, which contains no heavy metals or PVC. The mat’s reversible and has a two-sided textured surface. $44 prana. com

PrAna Chakara™ Sabin Racer 30 Top and Cabo CaprisChakara™ fabric, a poly developed by prAna from recycled plastic is combined with a small amount of spandex for fl attering, green work-out clothing. Using this fabric reduces energy consumption and cuts CO2 upwards of 75% from traditional methods. PrAna’s popular Sabin Racer Top, which is perfect for yoga and pilates, comes in Cha-kara™ and features a built-in bra. The Cabo Capri, also in Chakara™ is fi tted and has a cute decorative belt for a stylish look. Shorts, pants and other tanks are available in this fabric, but currently no men’s styles are available. Top $46, Capris $65 prana. com

PrAna Mahdia Katie Top 31 This yoga tank is made from organic cotton that is tie-dyed by hand with low impact dyes. The colors are then steamset, which minimizes the amount of water used. The top features a built-in shelf bra and decorative printing at the hem. Other items are available in this collection and each features unique colors and decorative designs. $52 prana. com

K. Bell Organic Socks 32 Made from an organic cotton blend, these ankle socks are perfect for working out, biking, running and more. They’re soft, breath-able and wick moisture to keep feet dry during intense activity. $4 kbellsocks. com

Stonewear Designs Shorts 33 The “V” dropped waistband allows this classic exercise short to sit just below the waist and has side vents for easy movement. Composed of 90% organic cotton jersey and 10% spandex for a stretchy, fl attering fi t. $38 stoneweardesigns. com

Stonewear Designs Headband 34 Keep your hair out of your face while exercising with this headband made from organic cotton and spandex. All headbands coordinate with Stonewear Design’s tank tops and are reversible and stretchy. $16 stoneweardesigns. com

Crescent Moon Snowshoes 35 Snow may be the last thing on your mind now that summer’s in full swing, but get these amazing snowshoes now and save them for the fi rst snowfall. Known for having the best bind-ing on the market, Crescent Moon snowshoes also feature a distinctive tear-drop shaped frame that keeps you fl oating, no matter where you take them. They’re also the greenest snow-shoes on the market and contain no PVC (vinyl), which can pose long term health and environmental threats by releasing toxic chemicals into the air. The company uses 100% wind power and recycles almost everything they use. For recreational snowshoe-ing, women should try the Silver 13 and men the Silver 9. If you want to race, try the Gold 12, which are lighter and de-signed for running. Silver 13 $170, Silver 9 $175, Gold 12 $229 crescentmoonsnowshoes. com

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Car BatteriesStandard Batteries: 1506 South Redwood Rd., 801-973-4614Intermountain Batteries: 3662 South Main St., 801-266-7464Custom Industries: 5400 West Old Bingham Hwy., 801-280-3502Utah Metal Works: 805 West Everett

(1450 North), 801-364-5679

Compact Florescent Light BulbsAny Home Depot

Construction and Demolition DebrisConstruction Recycling: 620 South Delong (2350 West), 801-973-4626Bland Recycling LLC: 2100 South 6451 West, 801-978-0352Bland Recycling LLC: 7141 South 8400 West (U-111), 801-280-3578Wind River: 4170 South Main St., 801-268-6570

Electronic Equipment (i.e. computers, monitors, televisions)Suggested businesses that take electronic waste (may charge a

service fee):Salt Lake Landfi ll: 6030 West California Ave. (1400 South),

801-974-6902Stone Castle Recycling: 1259 South 1775 West, Ogden, 801-825-2422Lucency Corp.: 1532 South Industrial Rd., 801-364-4733Waste Management Recycle 8652 South 4000 West, West Jordan,

801-282-8271Tam Solutions: 224 South 1060 West, Lindon, 801-796-1696Trans Jordan Landfi ll: 10873 South 7200 West, 801-569-8994

Glass Jordan Park: 1000 South 900 WestRotary Glenn Park: 800 South 2770 EastForest Dale Golf Course: 900 South 2375 EastSalt Lake Valley Landfi ll: 6030 West California Ave. (1400 South)

Local Recycling Guide

by Bill Novak

Utah has progressed in the past decade, when it comes to recycling. Gone are the days when everything is thrown in the trash. With curbside, residential recycling programs happening throughout the valley, Utahns have the opportunity to reduce the waste going into our landfi lls, while saving resources that are used in developing new products. However, some items are not included in these residential recycling programs, including glass, styrofoam, electronics and household chemicals.

Here is a quick guide to recycling products not included in the curbside pickups. All addresses are in Salt Lake City, unless otherwise noted.

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Transfer Station: 3300 South 502 West, Clear Glass ONLYGlass Recycling Group: 850 South 4400 West, 801-521-9287

Household & Hazardous Waste Disposal – Full Service(Electronics, paint, oil, antifreeze, batteries, propane, fl uores-

cent lights, chemicals, cans, bottles, plastic, paper)Salt Lake Valley Landfi ll:1300 South 6030 West, 801-541-4078 Mon-Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m.Trans Jordan Landfi ll: 10832 South 7200 West, 801-569-8994 Mon-Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Oil Jiffy Lube, Pep Boys, NAPA, Checker Auto, Autozone or Household Hazardous Waste Facilities, or call 800-458-0145

Packing PeanutsMail Boxes and Help-U-MailCheck your Yellow Pages for the closest location: 800-828-2214

Packing StyrofoamMarko Foam: 2940 West Directors Row (1100 South), 801-972-1354

Plastic Grocery Bags Any Walmart or Albertsons

Tires (may charge a service fee)Utah Tire Recyclers: 1398 North Beck St.,

801-364-7900

For more detailed information go to: recycle.slco.org

Helpful hints for preparing your recyclables

No need to remove staples from paper.Why? Magnets remove staples during recycling process.

Rinse out food containers.Why? Food causes contamination and can cause unsanitary conditions and odors.

No need to remove labels from cans and bottles.Why? Labels are removed during the recycling process.

Remove tape from cardboard boxes.Why? Tape can not be recycled and causes contamination.

Break down boxes.Why? Saves space.

Separate colored glass–take to drop-off location.Why? Brown glass does not recycle at the same rate as other glass that is made into products such as fi berglass insulation. However it is recycled into new glass and other recycled products.


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NUTRITION

You already know that iceberg lettuce is basically crunchy water—low 1. in calories and every other nutrient. But which of these leafy alternatives is really greener on the other side?

romaine lettucea) spinachb)

Scoot your plate down the line and load it up with veggies. If you’re 2. paying for your salad by weight, which of these choices offers the greatest nutritional bang for your buck?

chopped tomatoesa) carrot sticksb)

Add a little protein to your plate to ward off the mid-afternoon blahs. 3. Which do you pick to keep your energy up and your caloric intake down?

cottage cheesea) black beansb)

No salad’s complete without a little crunch. Which topper is the best 4. choice for a tooth-satisfying snap that won’t crush your diet?

chopped peanutsa) croutonsb)

Dress it up with an extra splash of fl avor. Which dressing do you choose 5. to add taste without extra calories?

light blue cheese dressinga) light Italian dressingb)

You’ve cleaned your plate and you’re still hungry. Which of these 6. choices will complete your meal without compromising your diet?

A scoop of potato salada) A dish of soft-serve ice creamb)

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The salad bar offers you a chance at a healthy, delicious meal—even if your lunchmates are chowing down on burgers and fries. But along with nutrition-packed goodies, all sorts of diet-destroying baddies lurk behind the sneeze shield. Test your knowledge of which salad ingredients pack the greatest nutritional punch and get ready to be a more savvy bar-hopper.

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CHECK YOURSELF(b) While all three choices are low in calories, spinach also provides 1.

0.81 milligrams iron per one-cup serving (romaine offers just over half this amount). Tip: Spruce up your spinach salad by squeezing a lemon wedge over the leaves. The Vitamin C in the lemon juice helps your body absorb the spinach’s iron more effi ciently.

(a) In addition to their substantial Vitamin C and fi ber content, a serving 2. of tomatoes also provides as much iron as a serving of fresh spinach. Carrots are nutritional powerhouses, too—but the carrot sticks you’ll fi nd at a salad bar are typically peeled, removing the most vitamin-dense layer just under their skins. Fortunately, unless you’re digging through your sofa cushions for lunch money, you can afford to splurge on any of these low-calorie veggies. Go ahead and pile that plate high. Tip: At home, scrub carrots thoroughly instead of peeling them to preserve their nutrients.

(b) Cottage cheese has been a popular item on dieters’ plates since 3. the 1950s. But feel free to leave it off your salad if you’re watching your weight. Fat-free cottage cheese may be a staple in your refrigerator, but what you’ll usually get at a salad bar is its full-fat cousin, packing 5 grams of fat and 120 calories per half-cup. A half-cup of black beans, though, contains 8.3 grams of fi ber but weighs in at just 109 calories and less than half a gram of fat. Tip: Combine black beans with a scoop of corn for a protein combination your body will thank you for (and another serving of veggies to boot).

(a) They may have gotten a bad rap for the fat they contain, but 4. peanuts may really do your body more good than harm. Low in saturated fat and high in heart-healthy polyunsaturated fat, they’ve been suggested by some recent studies to help reduce the risk of heart disease. Compare these little wonders with oil-soaked croutons, which contribute little more to your diet than 66 calories per half-ounce serving. Tip: Craving crouton crunch? Make your own by misting cubes of whole-grain bread with olive oil-fl avored cooking spray, sprinkling with dried Italian seasoning and toasting in a 400-degree oven for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

(a) Surprised? Creamy foods like blue cheese dressing can help 5. satisfy your appetite, making you feel fuller after eating less. The strong, distinctive fl avor of blue cheese reduces the need for oils and fi llers in the dressing, too—it charts at just 28 calories per 2 Tbsp serving, while the same amount of light Italian dressing has 53 calories and 4.5 grams of fat. Tip: Rather than dumping dressing on your salad, use paper portion cups to measure fi rst. A small portion cup holds just about 2 Tbsp of dressing.

(b) Made with full-fat mayonnaise and sometimes hard-boiled egg yolks, 6. creamy potato salad weighs in at 160 calories and 9 grams of fat per half-cup serving. The same amount of soft-serve light vanilla ice cream comes in at 111 calories and 2 grams of fat. Tip: Don’t go overboard on portion size. Filling a cone makes it hard to see how much ice cream you’re really getting. Use a small bowl instead to keep calories in check.

AUGUST 18-23

AUGUST 18, PROLOGUE: Utah State Capitol

AUGUST 19, STAGE ONE: Ogden to Salt Lake City. Eighty-two miles fi nishing in Research Park.

AUGUST 20, STAGE TWO: Thanksgiving Point to an uphill Mount Nebo fi nish

AUGUST 21, STAGE THREE: Individual Time Trial – Miller Motorsports Park

AUGUST 22, STAGE FOUR: Park City to Snowbird – 99 miles of mountains

AUGUST 23, STAGE FIVE: Downtown Salt Lake City Criterium around Library Square

The teams represent many of the fi nest cyclists in the world. Of the sixteen teams that have thus far committed to compete in the 2009 Tour of Utah, eight are professional: BMC Racing; Team Garmin, OUCH Pro Cycling, Bissell, Team Type 1, Land Rover-ORBEA, Fly V Australia, and Colavita/Sutter Home. In addition, eight amateur teams have also accepted an invitation to compete: Trek/Livestrong, Cal Giant, Bobs, Rio Grande, Waste Management, Ciclismo Racing, ZteaM Cycling, and Team RideClean. The Tour of Utah will announce the rosters of the two Utah teams in the coming weeks.

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Tucanos Brazilian GrillThis Salt Lake-area favorite is famous for its skewers of grilled meats and veggies. But don’t miss the Salad Festival, where you’ll fi nd traditional salad bar offerings alongside unusual (and tasty) alternatives like collard greens, black and brown beans and even marinated quail eggs. tucanos.com

162 South 400 West, Salt Lake City4801 North University Avenue, Provo

Café RioThough Café Rio’s salads come from the kitchen, not the salad bar, they offer so many options for customizing each dish that you’ll never have to eat the same salad twice. Handmade tortillas, freshly grilled meats and a choice of dressing (try the cilantro-lime vinaigrette!) transform simple salad ingredients into a satisfying meal. caferio.com

532 East 400 South, Salt Lake City3025 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City6985 South Park Center, Salt Lake City Other locations throughout Utah

Cafe Zupas At this Utah chain you can choose from 11 delicious salads on the menu, like Pina Colada Chicken, Nuts About Berries and Vermont Maple Blueberry. Or create your own from Zupas long list of greens, dressings, fruits, vegetables, cheeses, nuts and other toppings. You’ll love the variety of combinations you can invent, and each tasty salad includes fresh bread and a chocolate-dipped strawberry. cafezupas.com 64 East 12300 South, Draper6550 South 3000 East, Holladay10860 South Riverfront Parkway, South Jordan408 West 2230 North, Provo599 West Main Street, American Fork

Rodizio GrillThis Brazilian steakhouse’s main offering is unlimited skewered meat, but if you’re looking for a plentiful salad bar, Rodizio offers a variety of pre-made salads like Ceasar, Greek and Tabouleh, along with hot and cold items that can be combined for a sensational salad. Unlimited Brazilian appetizers are also included. rodiziogrill. com

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Looking for a meal that will fi ll you up without weighing you down? We’ve picked four restaurants and one grocery store where the salad choices are fresh, seasonal and always delicious. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic plate of greens or something a little more exotic, one of these dining options is sure to fi t the bill.

Harmon’s GroceryDoes the idea of a supermarket salad bar summon up notions of wilted lettuce and tired toppings? One trip to Harmon’s can change all that. Choose from up to 75 different options, including seasonal produce and house-made salad combinations. Pair your salad with one of Harmon’s fresh-baked artisan breads for a complete, delicious lunch. harmonsgrocery. com

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1. Wear the right gear. A good pair of trail running shoes will protect your feet and keep you from slipping on unstable terrain. Check out our picks of the best new trail shoes and gear on the next page.

2. Choose a trail based on your fi tness level. Start on something easy and build to more diffi cult runs.

3. Map your routes. Use mapmyrun.com, a social networking site for runners to map runs through mountains or on roads. There are many Utah trail runs already mapped on the site. Just type in your location to fi nd them. Find more local trails at trailrunner. com and sportsguidemag.com.

4. Prevent blisters. Wear good running socks, like Bridgedale’s X-hales or tekoPOLY™, and sprinkle some baby powder in your socks before putting them on.

5. Bring water. If you’re going to be running for more than a couple miles put water in a torso pack or Camelbak®.

6. Pick up your feet. After a few miles you may get tired and be tempted to drag your feet. Pick them up to avoid tripping on roots and trail debris.

7. Skip the iPod. Enjoy the sounds of the trail instead of music. This will also keep you alert to animals or other people coming on a trail.

8. Keep your head up and look in front of you. This will help you see obstacles ahead of time.

9. Slow down. Don’t expect to run the same pace on a trail as you do on the road, and take the downhills slowly to avoid injuries.

10. Run with other people. If you’re looking for a non-competitive way to meet other trail runners and try out new runs, attend Tuesday Trail Runs from June 2–August 25

in Park City. All ability levels are welcome and runs take place each week and last from one to one and a half hours. Just meet at the scheduled trailhead at 6 p.m. Full schedule of trails is available at: mountaintrails.com

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You may run at the gym, in the park or even in your neighborhood, but have you ever run on a trail? Anyone can do it and it’s easier on your joints than road running. All it takes is a pair of trail running shoes to get started and our tips on how to ditch the gym and get off-road this summer.

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ADIDIAS ADIZERO SUNGLASSESThe ultimate choice in lightweight running sunglasses, the new adizero has an amazing photochromic sport lens called LST Vario that adjusts to the perfect light in different conditions, which make them great for trail running where the lighting changes often. Also, adizero offers a personalized fi t with adjustable points and are so light that you’ll forget you’re wearing them. The sunglasses feature a full wraparound view, scratch resistant lenses and 100% UV A, B and C sun protection. Once you get these glasses, you won’t run outside without them. $125–$190 adidas. com

MERRELL ST STATUREThis stability trail shoe, for men and women, provides great support for all-season running in any conditions. These shoes are champions in wet, muddy weather and the gaiter collar keeps mud and debris out while the waterproof areas keep feet dry. You’ll stay on the trail with rubber compounds that grip and provide traction on aggressive terrain. While the footbed absorbs heat generated during runs to keep feet cool. There’s also an antimicrobial foam sock liner for fresh smelling feet. Plus, these shoes are made partly from recycled materials so you’ll be helping the planet while enjoying a comfortable run. Bottom Line: Perfect for all-weather running. Good on rugged terrain. $120 merrell.com

OBOZ IGNITION IIAn update of last year’s Ignitions, these trail shoes offer unique bootie construction, which means there’s no separate tongue, so they fi t more like a snug sock and help keep rocks and dirt out. This means the tongue won’t slip or move while you run. The bootie also cradles your foot while the forefoot cage locks it down for a secure fi t. The large lugs provide grip on diffi cult trails, but the shoe is surprisingly light and comfortable. Available for men and women. Bottom line: Great on technical trails. $95 obozfootwear.com

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TRAILSIDESAHNU CROSS TERRAIN FIRETRAIL AND TERRA LINDAFor trail running, road running and even light hiking, these shoes are designed to provide shock absorption and stability on a variety of surfaces including grass, pavement and trails. However, they’re not best for slick or muddy trails because the traction isn’t aggressive and you may lose your footing. But for day-to-day running these breathable, lightweight shoes keep your foot in place to prevent rolling while offering arch support, rigidity in all the right places and all-day comfort. Bottom line: Good for a variety of terrain, but not best in mud. Firetrail (men) $124, Terra Linda (women) $100 ahnufootwear.com

PATAGONIA RELEASETake these shoes over mountains and across creeks with no problems. They feature a breathable synthetic air-mesh upper that’s durable water repellent (DWR) and seals out water. The Dynamic Fit Lacing System keeps them tight and secure as you run by wrapping around the forefoot while the Vibram sole with track spikes provides traction on tough terrain. Prevent funky odors and keep your feet dry with the moisture-wicking Ortholite® footbed, but if you have high arches consider inserting your own insoles for more support. Styles available for men and women. Bottom line: Too heavy for long trail runs, but are perfect for short, technical runs or hiking. $110 patagonia.com

NEW BALANCE 875Made for your toughest runs, this lightweight trail runner has a solid and sticky rubber outsole with big lugs that grip any terrain from mud to slush to gravel without getting clogged or slipping. A Rock Stop plate runs from the mid-foot to the forefoot to create stability and protect your feet so you feel like you’re running on a smooth road. The Sure Lace shoelaces keep shoes ties tight so you don’t need to worry about falling, and inside the shoe there’s an Ortholite® footbed to fi ght odor and moisture. There’s also extra cushioning in the heel and forefoot for shock absorption. Bottom line: Lightweight, comfortable shoe for diffi cult runs in any weather conditions. $100 newbalance.com

VASQUE CELERATOR AND MOMENTAPerfect for summer runs, this shoe features a highly breathable mesh upper and a nylon lining that wicks moisture from your feet to keep them dry and comfortable. The shoe is Vasque’s lightest, but still offers good support and traction that allows you to climb and descend rugged hills without slipping. Inside the shoes your feet will stay protected with high rebound EVA strike zones. Bottom line: Breathable, lightweight and great for warm weather runs. Celerator (men), Momenta (women) $105 vasque.com

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That’s how Webster’s defi nes it, but how to do it is another thing entirely. For the nov-ice mountain bike rider, going downhill fast can be intimidating to the point of freezing up—which is exactly what you don’t want to be doing. I, for one, am amazed at how the people I often ride with can do it so well, but following their tracks has taught me a few simple rules to make descending more user friendly.

The fi rst thing should be obvious, but isn’t: look down the trail, not two feet in front of your front wheel at every little rock and peb-ble. This is a hard one to master, because all those rocks are ready and willing to help relieve your body of a little extra Lycra and skin.

Instead of looking at where you are, look at where you want to be. Don’t, I repeat, don’t stare at rocks, trees, ruts under your front tire or coming at you quickly because object fi xa-tion is real. Not to say that you should run over everything in your path, but I guarantee you if you stare at it, you’re gonna hit it, and go down.

Next: speed. It is your friend. Make nice with it. We’re risk takers, right? That’s what pro-pels us (besides gravity) to try and go down fast in the fi rst place. If you’re not carrying enough speed while crossing a felled tree or rolling through rocks, your front tire could get defl ected off angle while you continue forward—which is, as they say, a mighty bad thing. Remember to keep it rolling, and give it just a bit more speed than you’re comfort-able with at fi rst. It will help you work your way up to a good, safe velocity. That said, too much of a good thing can be trouble, but as my friend Billy says, “So long as you’re still holding the handlebars, you’re in control.”

I am asked a lot about braking, when and when not to use them. Best I can tell, the front brake applies roughly 80% of your brak-ing power, so use it wisely. Braking inhibits your ability to steer, which for obvious rea-sons you don’t want to do, yet that’s where most of your stopping ability is. What to do? Feather the front, and pump the rear, to both control speed and direction while turning.

There is a caveat to all this braking business. Apply too many foot pounds to the front at

an inopportune moment, say the apex of a switchback or on a steep downhill, and you may fi nd yourself exiting through the front of the cabin and holding a yard sale on the trail. Conversely, too much pressure on the rear brake at speed and it will wash out on you—I’ve had personal experience with this one and let me tell you it is unpleasant to be going backwards down a steep hill with 25 pounds of expensive metal following you down.

To stay seated, or not? Some like to get off and get behind the saddle at the slightest pitch, while others like to stay in their seats. Personal preference or no, on really steep descents you do need to get that center of gravity in the back seat, so if you have a quick release seat post go ahead and drop it out of the way, otherwise just hang back there (and gents mind those bumps).

Switchbacks are what seem to cause the most trouble for bikers. You have to put all of the above to work at once. For example, imagine you’re careening down City Creek single track from Ensign Peak and you en-counter that fi rst, nasty right hand switch-back. Control your speed into the corner

GETTING DOWN …Without Falling Down

By Mike Newberry

De-scend (verb): To move from a higher to a lower place; come or go down.

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with the front brake (not too much!), get your weight back and off the saddle, look through the corner to your exit point trying to ig-nore that gaping chasm just to your left side, feather the rear brake to control your speed without washing out the tire and steer through the corner, coming back to sitting and speed to do it again a moment later. There, that wasn’t so bad, now was it?

Some of you might be thinking, “Huh, go fast, don’t look at what’s in front of me, stay off the brakes and get settled down be-hind the seat—that sounds dummer’n a sack of rocks, Mike.” Maybe, but from long painful experience, I can tell you that it works.

That said, a fi nal word about coming down: remember there are likely people coming up the trail you’re ripping down. They have the right of way, and more than that you’re likely to save

your life (and mine) if you maintain trail aware-ness and control at all times. Respect uphill climbers, which means stopping and getting off the trail to let them pass (a little encourage-ment always helps!). Happy riding!

We thought this timeless biking story was worth a second read so we reprint-ed it from our September 2002 issue of Sports Guide.

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ADVENTURE RACING/CLIMBING/CYCLING/FILMS FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

ADVENTURE RACINGEVENTSJULY25Adventure Xstream Serie–Sum-

mit 6/12/18hr– 7 a.m. Frisco, CO. 970-259-7771, events@ gravityplay.com, www. gravityplay. com

EVENTSAUGUST2Lower Salmon River Coopera-

tive Raft Trip–North Idaho. 6 a.m.–1 0 p.m. 801-626-6373, www. weber.edu/wrc

CLIMBINGEVENTSJULY42009 Youth 6 National Champi-

onships–USA 6/Momentum 6 Gym. 888-944-4244, www. scsnationals. org

CYCLINGJULY1122nd Annual Mountain Bout–

Snowbird Resort, UT. Dates and locations subject to change. 801-942-3498,www. intermountaincup. com

183th Annual Chris Allaire

Memorial/Utah Open State Championship–Solitude Resort, UT. Dates and locations subject to change. 801-942-3498,www. intermountaincup. com

257th Annual Taming the Tetons–

Jackson Hole, WY. Dates and locations subject to change. 801-942-3498, www. intermountaincup. com

AUGUST11st Annual ROCK THE CAN-

YONS XC Grand Finale Event–The Canyons Resort, Park City, UT. Dates and locations subject to change. 801-942-3498, www. intermountaincup. com

4th Annual Copper Triangle–5:4 5 a.m. Copper Mountain, CO. 303-282-9015,

info@ coppertriangle.com, www. coppertriangle. com

7Mountain States Cup Series #5

Blast the Mass–Saturday Cross Country/Mountain Cross Sunday Super D/Downhill. Snowmass Village, CO. 720-407-6142, info@ racemsc.com, www. racemsc. com

18-23Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah.

America’s Toughest Stage Race–August 18, Prologue: Downtown Salt Lake City. 1.4–mile uphill course. August 19, Stage One: Ogden to Salt Lake. Two tough climbs, 82 miles, fi nish at Research Park in Salt Lake City.August 20, Stage Two: Thanks-giving Point to Mount Nebo. Mostly fl at course with the exception of a grueling 20-mile climb to the fi nish. August 21, Stage Three: Miller Motorsports Park, Tooele, Utah. A 10-mile time trial on a loop course.August 22, Stage Four: Park City to Snowbird. A road race of 99 mountainous miles.August 23, Stage Five: Salt Lake Downtown Criterium. A 90-minute race around a fl at, four-cornered track around the City County building and Library Square. The circuit is one mile in length. 801-558-2136, www. tourofutah. com

27-28Harmons Best Dam Bike Ride–

7 a.m. Cache Valley Fairgrounds, Logan, UT. 801-424-0112, becky. woolley@ nmss.org, www. cureMSutah. com

27Powder Mountain Hill Climb–

The First Annual Road Bike Race from Wolf Creek Utah to Timberline Lodge at Powder Mountain. Departs Wolf Creek Utah’s Festival Field at 8 a.m. 3567 Nordic Valley Way, Eden, UT. www. sportsbaseonline. com

28Mountain States Cup Series #6

Copper Cup–Saturday Short Track/SD Sunday Cross Country. Copper Mountain, CO. 720-407-6142,

info@ racemsc.com, www. racemsc. com

29Bikes for Kids Utah Red vs. Blue

Hill Climb TT–Cyclists can choose sides and race in an individual time trial. Racers’ individual times will be combined to see which “team” – U of U or BYU, has the fastest riders. 3-mile time trial. 9 a.m., Course begins at the LDS Chapel at 272 E. Traverse Point Dr. Draper, UT. debbie@ bikesforkidsutah.com, www. bikesforkidsutah. org

FILMS, FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

EVENTSJULY11Children’s Crafty Hikes–This

supervised activity for kids ages 4–13 includes a hike around a private lake to learn about surrounding bugs, fl ora, trees and plants while collecting items to make a nature craft in the tee-pees at the Festival Field. 9 a.m.–10:3 0 a.m., 3815 Wolf Creek Dr., Eden, UT. $15 per child, snack included. 801-781-4155, www. wolfcreekutah. com

REI EVENTSSANDY CITY–The following

presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Sandy City REI store. REI is located at 10600 S. & 230 W. in the northwest corner of the South Towne Mall property. For more information, please call 801-501-0850 or visit our website at www. rei. com and use the store locator feature. Visit our website for future event listings.

JULY9BIKE MAINTENANCE 101–

7 p.m. REI Sandy The purpose of this clinic is to demystify the challenge of keeping your bicycle in good working order. No experience necessary, just an interest in learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Leave your bike at home and watch an REI bike tech demonstrate and explain basic bike maintenance procedures.

16ORIENTEERING: THE THINK-

ING SPORT– 7 p.m. REI Sandy, Orienteering is the sport of navigation with map and compass. It’s often called the “thinking sport” because it involves map reading and decision-making in addition to being a great workout. Join Ed White of the local orienteering club, O-Utah, for a fun and informative hour about the sport of orienteering.

23PATAGONIA- SOUTH AMERI-

CA’S LAND OF WIND, ICE AND FURIOUS SKIES– 7 p.m. REI Sandy, Join Salt Lake City native Dave Smith for a presenta-tion and slideshow of his recent trip to the southernmost tips of Argentina and Chile. He will share images and stories from such natural wonders as the Perito Moreno Glacier, Mount Fitzroy and the Torres Del Paine National Park.

SALT LAKE CITY–The following presentations are offered free of charge to the public at the Salt Lake City REI store. REI is located at 3285 E. & 3300 S. For more information, please call 486-2100 or visit our website at www. rei. com and use the store locator feature. Visit our website for future event listings.

JULY9INTRODUCTION TO MOUN-

TAIN BIKING– 7 p.m. REI SLC, Join veteran mountain biker and REI staff member John Higgins for an informative evening on how to get started in mountain biking. John will cover styles of mountain biking, equipment, basic skills (in theory) and where to ride. Leave your bike at home and come to this free presentation to build your momentum for cycling on dirt trails.

14AFRICA: The ULTIMATE

WILDLIFE SAFARI AND HUMANITARIAN EXPERI-ENCE– 7 p.m. REI SLC, Ben Nolte, the founder of Adventure Giving™ (AdventureGiving.org) and Big Amazon Fish®, takes us for a virtual tour of East Africa’s


FILMS, FESTIVALS AND EVENTSKenya, its wildlife, its people and its adventures. In this presenta-tion, Ben describes the wildlife, culture, adventure and humanitar-ian opportunities for those who visit the safari lands of Africa

16 DesignBuildBLUFF: The

Architecture of Compassion– 7 p.m. REI SLC, DesignBuild-BLUFF’s mission is to create architecture that nurtures the spirit and improves the lives of all who experience it. It took its fi rst steps out in into the desert in January of 2004. DesignBuild-BLUFF has continued to design and build homes out in the far reaches of the Navajo Nation since. Come hear the stories of rammed earth, solar hot water and the architecture of compas-sion. For more information see www. designbuildbluff. org.

20International Explorer Helen

Thayer Discusses Her Yearlong Adventure Living Amongst Wolves– 7 p.m. REI SLC, In 1988 Helen Thayer, at age 50, was the fi rst woman to trek solo to the magnetic North Pole without a dogsled or snowmo-bile.Thayer took on a new challenge by living amongst wild wolves in Canada with her husband and husky-wolf dog Charlie. Her upcoming presentation will not only chronicle the struggles, but the rewarding moments Thayer experienced during this adventure. To fi nd out more about Helen and her adventures, visit: www. helenthayer. com.

21SUSTAINABILITY

ACROSS AFRICA, PART II– 7 p.m. REI SLC. Experience the adventures of the Green Living Project as they travel across Southern Africa promoting sustain-ability projects on cheetah and leopard conservation, bikes for

AIDS, anti-poaching, renewable energy and more. Learn about responsible adventure travel and how you can get involved with the projects. Free door prizes and gear raffl es from popular brands. www. greenlivingproject. com

22WILDERNESS VOLUNTEERS:

GIVING SOMETHING BACK IN 2009– 7 p.m. REI SLC,Join Dave Pacheco, Program Manager for Wilderness Volunteers, who has led over 30 volunteer service groups on public lands through-out Utah over the last decade. He’ll explore volunteer opportu-nities in the High Uintas Wilderness, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and others. www. wildernessvolunteers. org.

23BIKE MAINTENANCE 101–

7 p.m. REI SLC, The purpose of this clinic is to demystify the challenge of keeping your bicycle in good working order.

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FILMS, FESTIVALS AND EVENTS/RUNNINGNo experience necessary, just an interest in learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Leave your bike at home and watch an REI bike tech demonstrate and explain basic bike mainte-nance procedures.

27BACKPACKING SKILLS FOR

YOUTH– 7 p.m. REI SLC, Join an REI expert tonight for some fun and useful tips on backpacking and camping. This evening’s presentation, designed for the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, will cover the ins and outs of gear essentials such as packs, tents, sleeping bags, stoves, footwear and clothing layers. Families, youth groups and scout troops are encouraged to attend.

28PATAGONIA: SOUTH AMERI-

CA’S LAND OF WIND, ICE AND FURIOUS SKIES– 7 p.m. REI SLC, Join Salt Lake City native Dave Smith for a presenta-tion and slideshow of his recent trip to the southernmost tips of Argentina and Chile. He will share images and stories from such natural wonders as the Perito Moreno Glacier, Mount Fitzroy and the Torres Del Paine National Park.

CLASSES:JULY18NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC/REI

GPS NAVIGATION DAY–9:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m. REI SLC, Spend a day outdoors and a few hours indoors with REI & Nation-al Geographic GPS experts to learn how to use your GPS unit in conjunction with mapping

software. Participants should have some familiarity with GPS and/or have attended REI’s GPS 101 clinic. Pre-registration is required in person or by phone at our REI SLC location at 801-486-2100. Tuition is $25 REI members or $35 non-members.

5Basic Wilderness Life Sup-

port–9:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. REI SLC, Created for all outdoor enthusiasts, the Basic Wilderness Life Support® certifi cation is a one-day course designed to help you prevent and treat injuries and illnesses common in outdoor activities. At the end of the day you will receive your BWLS certifi cate. Tuition is $95. Please contact REI at 801-486-2100 to register or visit www. bwls. org.

COMMUNITY & REISPONSORED EVENTS:JUNE27Mountair Mile–8:30 a.m. A Multi-

Sport Children’s Race in Millcreek! Kids can participate on bicycle, tricycle, skateboard, roller blades, scooter or their own two feet. Proceeds will go to The Sharing Place; a grief support program for children, teens and their families. www. mountairacres. blogspot. com

RUNNINGJUNE26XTERRA Snowbird Challenge

Trail Run: Snowbird Resort, UT. 801-922-2110, www. snowbird. com

28XTERRA Snowbird Trail 8K:

7 a.m. Snowbird Resort, UT. 801-728-9121, www. snowbird. com

JULY4Sandy 5K Walk/Run– 7 a.m.

South of City Hall on Centennial Blvd. (10200 South), Sandy, UT. 801-568-2900, parksandrec@ sandy.utah.gov, www. sandy. utah. gov/ parks

Murray Fun Days 5K Run– 8 a.m. Murray Park, Murray, UT. 801-264-2614, www. murray. utah. gov

Sandy Classic 10K–7:15 a.m. South of City Hall on Centennial Blvd. (10200 South), Sandy, UT. 801-568-2900, www. sandy. utah. gov/ parks

Freedom Festival 5K & 10K– 7 a.m. 820 North, 1100 East, Provo, UT. 435-671-8000, www. freedomfestival. org/run

11Canyon to Canyon 1/2 Mara-

thon & 10K– 7 a.m. East Canyon Resort, UT. 801-484-9144, www. sports-am. com

Red Dress Run for Women–12th annual 5K run and walk celebrat-ing women’s fi tness. 8:30 a.m., Asylum/Troutbrook Dr., West Hartford, CT. 860-652-8866, www. hartfordmarathon. com

15Spring View Farms 5K Run/

Walk– 8 a.m. Spring View Farms,

14600 S. 1050 W., Draper, UT. www.sports-am. com

18Bryce Canyon 1/2 Marathon–

6 a.m., Starts at Ruby’s Inn, Hwy 63, Bryce Canyon City. Ends at Cannonville. 800-444-6689, brycecanyonhalfmarathon. com

Speedgoats 50K– A tough high altitude trail run, with over 10,000 to gain. 6:30 a.m. Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, UT. www. speedgoat50k. com

Bryce Canyon 5K–6:30 a.m., Cannonville City Park, Cannon-ville, UT. 800-444-6689, brycecanyonhalfmarathon.com

24Deseret News/KJZZ TV

Marathon–10K & 5K walk–Marathon-5:30 a.m. 10K- 6 a.m., 5K- 7 a.m., All fi nishes are at Liberty Park, Marathon start: Top of Big Mountain, 10K start: Research Park, University of Utah, 5K walk start: EnergySolu-tions Arena, Bob Wood, 801-333-7473, bwood@ desnews.com, www. desnews. com/run

Speedy Spaniard 10K–6:30 a.m., Canyon View Park, Spanish Fork, UT. 801-804-4600, kbradford@ spanishfork.org, www.spanishfork.org

25Spring View Farms 5K–14600

South 1050 West, Bluffdale, UT. www. sports-am. com

30X-Treme Scramble Series– 5K

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RUNNINGthree events in the Scramble Series. A twilight riverfront 5K trail. 6 p.m., Riverfront Plaza, Hartford, CT. 860-652-8866, www. hartfordmarathon. com

AUGUST1SKYLINE 10K @ 10K– 8 a.m.

Fairview Canyon, UT. 435-462-2698, mailbox@ skyline10K.com, www. skyline10K. com

Crazy Bob’s Bairgutsman– 6 a.m., Fruit Heights, UT. www. crazybobsbairgutsman. com

8th Annual Kat’cina Mosa 100K Mountain Challenge Run– Springville, UT. John Bozung 801-808-4222, jbozung@ aol.com, www. squawpeak50. com

Fire Water & Ice Festival 5K and Family 1 Mile Fun Run– 7:30 a.m. Start @ Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center & Utah Olympic Oval, 5624 S. 4800 W., Kearns, UT.www. kopfc. com

Wheat and Beet-Hit The Street-2009– 10K, 5K, 2 mile walk, 1mile kids run. 7 a.m. Garland, UT. 435-881-2945, ras4@ frontiernet.net, active. com

National Capital 5 & 10 K–8:30 a.m. Terry Fox Athletic Facility. Ottawa, ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault. ca, www. somersault. ca

7Midnite Moon 5K Run–12 a.m.

(midnight), Alta Canyon Park 9565 So. Highland Dr. Sandy, UT. 801-568-2900, parksandrec@ sandy.utah.gov, www. sandy. utah. gov/ parks

8Alpine Days 5K Run/Walk–

7 a.m., 200 N. Main, Alpine, UT. 801-756-7820

Aspen High Country Triathlon & Duathlon– 970-920-5140, www. aspenrecreation. com, www. active. com

Gary’s Shoes 5K & 10K Run– 7 a.m. Richfi eld City Offi ce,

Richfi eld, UT. 435-896-5546. www. active. com

Haulin’ Aspen Trail Marathon and Half Marathon– 9 a.m. Bend, OR. 541-318-7388, haulinaspen@ rreshairsports.com, www. freshairsports. com

Minuteman 5K Run/Walk–Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy, UT. www. wadsco. com

Jupiter Peak Steeplechase– 8 a.m. Park City Mountain Resort, Park City, UT. 435-659-1188, heinrichdeters@ yahoo.com, www. mountaintrails. org

Provo River Half Marathon–6:30 a.m. Run From South Fork in Provo Canyon then down the River Trail to Shops@ Riverwoods.www. trailrun. com

15Half Road/Half Trail 8K Run–City

Creek Canyon, UT. www. sports-am. com

Pine Valley 5K & 15 Miler– 7 a.m. Pine Valley, UT. www. active. com

Tower Rock Run 10K, 5K and Fun Run– 8 a.m. Manila, UT (Sheep Creek Geological Loop). 435-784-3218 x 134, braymond@ daggett.state.ut.us, www. towerrockrun. com

16Brockville Downtown 5Km

Run–9:05 a.m. Blockhouse Island, Brockville, ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault.ca, www. somersault. ca

22Hobble Creek Half-Marathon–

7:15 a.m. Springville Arts Park, Springville, UT. 801-223-7010, www. srcevents. com/ hobblecreek

Mesa Falls Marathon, Half, & 5K–6:30 a.m. Ashton, ID. www. mesafallsmarathon. com

Park City Marathon–Marathon 6:30 a.m. Half Marathon 6:45 a.m., www. pcmarathon. com

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Public Meetings Every 2nd Monday

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SKATING SPORTS/TRIATHLON & MULTISPORT/WATERSPORTS

Run With The Horses Marathon–Green River, WY. 307-297-0062, www. grchamber. com

Hurricane Peach Days 12K– 6:15 a.m. 100 W. 100 S. Hurricane, UT. 435-635-2924

Race For Recovery 10K, 5K & 1 mile– 9 a.m. Provo Canyon, UT. 801-373-7440, www. race4recovery. com

27 X-Treme Scramble Series– 5K

Series Events! A twilight riverfront 5K trail. 6 p.m., Riverfront Plaza, Hartford, CT. 860-652-8866, www. hartfordmarathon. com

29Bryce Canyon Rim Run &

Walk– 9 a.m. Ruby’s Inn, Hwy 63, Bryce Canyon City, UT. 800-468-8660, www. rubysinn. com

30Old Wethersfi eld 5K & 10K–

8:30 a.m. Garden Street and State Street, Wethersfi eld, CT. 860-652-8866, www. hartfordmarathon. com

SEPTEMBER26Vasque Golden Leaf Half

Marathon– www. active. com www. utemountaineer. com,

SKATING SPORTSSLC Area Inline Skate Fun

Rolls–One Saturday each month June-September, SkateNow will host a fun roll to explore the greater Salt Lake area pathways. 801-944-5516,

skatenow@ att.net, www. skatenow.home.att. net

Friday Night Rolls–Adult Friday night social skate starting in June, continues weekly, weather permitting. 7:30 p.m. Meet at Liberty Park’s North Entrance, SLC, UT. Helmets required to participate.

TRIATHLON & MULTISPORT

JUNE27DinoLand Triathlon– 7 a.m. Red

Fleet State Park, Vernal, UT. 801-842-5516, info@ dinotri. com, www. dinotri. com

Rock Cliff Triathlon–Jordanelle State Park, Park City, UT. info@ ustrisports.com, www. ustrisports. com

SunDog Bear Lake Triathlon– 8 a.m. Rendezvous Beach State Park, Garden City, UT. director@ sundogsports.com, www. active. com

JULY5Greater Kingston Sydenham

Triathlon & Duathlon & Relays–8:30 a.m. Sydenham High School, Sydenham (Kings-ton), ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault.ca, www. somersault. ca

11Echo Triathlon– 7 a.m. Echo

Reservoir, Coalville, UT. www. triutah. com

12Graham Beasley 113 Triathlon

& Duathlon & Relays– 8 a.m. Town Hall, Carleton Place, ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault.ca,www. somersault. ca

18Deer Creek Tri– 6 a.m.

www. trailrun. com

Deschutes Dash Weekend Sports Festival– 9 a.m. Bend, OR. 541-318-7388, deschutesdash@ FreshAirSports.com, www. freshairsports. com

1National Capital Triathlon &

Duathlon & Relays– 8:30 a.m. Terry Fox Athletic Facility - Ot-tawa, ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault.ca, www. somersault. ca

9Amica Niantic Bay Triathlon–A

fl at, sprint distance race with a 1/2-mile swim, 12-mile bike, and 3.5-mile run. 7:30 a.m., McCook Beach Park, Niantic, CT. 860-652-8866, www. hartfordmarathon. com

16Thousand Islands Triathlon &

Duathlon & Relays–8:30 a.m. Block House Island, Brockville, ON, Canada. 613-295-4008, info@ somersault.ca, www. somersault. ca.

22TriUtah Jordanelle

Triathlon–9 a.m. Jordanelle Reservoir, Park City/Heber City,

UT, Sprint and Olympic distance open water swim triathlons, Sprint road: 750 Meter Swim/20K Bike/5K Run, Olympic road: 1.5K Swim/40K Bike/10K Run www. triutah. com

23Litchfi eld Hills Olympic Triath-

lon Aqua/Bike Challenge–1-mile swim, 25-mile bike course, 10K run. This year, we have added an Aqua/Bike event, which will run simultaneously with the triathlon on the same swim and bike course. 7:30 a.m. Brodie Park, West Hill Lake, New Hartford, CT. 860-652-8866,www. hartfordmarathon. com

WATERSPORTSJULY2Bear Lake Rendezvous–Bear

Lake Rendezvous Beach. Gumball Rally & Mexican Fiesta Dinner Party. Brett Bingham 801-815-2521 www. utahsailing. com

8Fremont Lake Sailing Regatta–

Fremont Lake, WY. Jason Essington 307-749-8788

223rd Annual Paddle Festival–

Demo a Kayak, Canoe, Kiteboard, Paddle Board and learn to fl y fi sh! Enjoy music,children’s activities and meet local organizations that protect our rivers, lakes and mountains. Cost–$5 - $20 Pineview Reservoir Middle Inlet, Contact: Ogden City Recreation at 801-629-8253 www. ogdencity. com

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Van King, Asset Manager, Kennecott Land,monitors computerized weather stations inEast Lake Commons park at Daybreak. Van isone of 65,000 Rio Tinto employees committedto sustainable development practices.

Kennecott Land is part of the global Rio Tinto company.It’s big.But what’s really big is the cause that brings us together —a focus on sustainable development practices.

As a result, we use secondary water at Daybreak and not drinkingwater to irrigate our parks and open space adjacent to Oquirrh Lake.We also use computerized weather stations to avoid automaticwatering when rain is forecast. We’re proud of that. Waterconservation is just part of our long-term commitment. To learnmore, please visit www.kennecottland.com or www.riotinto.com.

We’re part of something bigger

http://www.kennecottland.com


LAST WORD

WHAT’S HOT

Purifying Your Own Water

Many people drink bottled water because it tastes better and may contain fewer chemicals, but you can enjoy bottled water fl avor without hurting the environment. Just replace disposable plastic bottles with your own water purifi cation device in a refi llable water bottle. The fi rst device is Guyot Designs’ TapGuard®, which fi ts on a widemouth water bottle (Camelbak and Nalgene) and uses a carbon fi lter to purify your water as you sip. The fi lter will remove 95% of chlorine and other unpleasant chemicals that can give tap water a bad taste. Each TapGuard comes with two replacement carbon fi lters, enough for 200 liters of refreshing, clean water. You’ll love the fl avor and the earth will thank you. Purchase a TapGuard at REI or at Guyot Designs’ website. $15.95 guyotdesigns.com

Another great purifi er is the SteriPEN, which uses ultraviolet light to destroy bacteria and viruses quickly and easily. Just stick the SteriPEN in your water bottle, shake the water around then 48-90 seconds later (dependent on the amount of water) voila, your water is clean and ready to drink. SteriPEN kills 99.9% of bacteria and diseases in water, so you won’t need to worry about getting sick after drinking from a stream or in foreign

countries. But you can also use the SteriPEN day-to-day for extra clean tap water.

There are four styles of SteriPEN’s, but we like the SterriPEN Journey because it’s the most advanced, and coolest, of the SteriPENS. It has an LCD screen to display dose selection (½ liter or 1 liter), battery status and countdown timer. The lamp in the Journey will last for 8,000 cycles, enough to purify one liter of water four times a day for about 7 years! Plus, it’s lightweight and perfect for camping, traveling and daily use. But if you’ll be using one backpacking, get the SteriPEN Adventurer, which you can purchase with a solar case that clips on to your pack and charges your batteries while you hike.

But what if the water you want to drink is extra chunky, and too dirty to be purifi ed by the SteriPEN alone? Then try the new SteriPEN FitsAll Filter that removes particles from water with a 4 micron screen. Pour the water through this fi lter fi rst, then treat it with a SteriPEN. The fi lter’s design allows it to adapt to fi t water bottles with a wide range of mouth sizes, including: SIGG, Klean Kanteen, Camelbak, Nalgene and, if you must, disposable plastic water bottles. The FitsAll Filter also works as an adapter with the SteriPEN Journey and Classic styles to use it with a wide-mouth water bottle in the inverted position. It’s also fl exible and can squeezed and stored easily but will return to shape when unpacked. Journey $99.95, FitsAll$14.95 steripen.com

DOES IT WORK?

Enlyten Strips

Enlyten, which launched in January, has created a product that uses a patent-pending thin-strip technology to deliver active ingredients, like electrolytes or caffeine, over 10 times faster than pills, capsules or liquids. The claim is that you’ll feel the benefi ts of enlyten’s products in 2–3 minutes, instead of over 30 minutes like other products.

You feel a difference quickly because the bi-layer strips have a greater capacity to maximize the amount of active ingredients and fl avor in the product. In addition to working better, enlyten strips are better for the environment than energy and electrolyte drinks because they take up a small amount of space and reduce the number of plastic bottles going in the trash.

Enlyten strips are easy to use. Just take one out of the package and place it inside your cheek. You may feel a tingling sensation or a rush of fl avor as the strip begins to dissolve. In just a few minutes you’ll feel a difference based on the strip’s purpose. The strip varieties are: Antioxidant, Appetite Suppressant, Calorie Burner, Electrolyte Plus, Energy and Melatonin.

We tried the Energy and Melatonin varieties. The Energy strips have an intense minty fl avor and not only gave us a boost of energy, but helped freshen our breath as well. They contain no sugar, carbs or fat, but are loaded with B vitamins, caffeine and herbs to give you energy. After a few minutes, we could feel a difference in energy levels, but the boost didn’t last long. Take two or three strips for longer lasting energy. The Melatonin Plus variety is designed to help you relax, reduce sleepiness and even minimize jet lag. We found that after taking them we slept through the night easily.

However, enlyten strips do contain some artifi cial colors, fl avors and sweeteners.

For more information or to order enlyten products, call 888-808-2345 or email Teri at [email protected]. $40/pack stripadvantage.com




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• electrolytes - avoid cramping and fatigue • energy - healthier sustained energy • antioxidant - boost your immune system

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enlyten’s patent-pending strip technology delivers key nutrients directly to the bloodstream where they start to work in just a few minutes. No sugar, no carbs, no calories, no hassle.

• melatonin - natural sleep-aid with theanine to calm • appetite suppressant - all natural weight loss support • calorie burner - naturally boost metabolism

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Rio TInto 2

Steve Schnoor, Superintendent, Waterand Land Management, and JasonDoyle, Operations Supervisor, KennecottUtah Copper, oversee water recycling atthe Concentrator. They are two of 65,000Rio Tinto employees committed tosustainable development practices.

Kennecott Utah Copper is part of the global Rio Tinto company.It’s big. But what’s really big is the cause that brings us together —a focus on sustainable development practices.

As a result, most of the water we use in the mining process isrecycled and reused. We’re proud of that. Water conservationis just part of our long-term commitment. To learn more, pleasevisit www.kennecott.com or www.riotinto.com.

We’re part of something bigger

http://www.riotinto.com

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