With All Mountain Ambassador Robin Crump As a lifelong athlete and seasoned trail runner, Robin Crump is no stranger to intense training regimens and long distance races. We caught up with her when she was just a few weeks from launching into Virginia’s Grindstone 100 mile trail race. The Race: Grindstone is a out-and-back race […]
Field Journal Entries
How to Look Good and Stay Warm this Winter
Whether you’re out and about in the city or putting in long days in the mountains, dressing in layers is a no-brainer for cold winter days. The key to building a system that works is understanding your layers’ functions and how the work with one another. Once you put together a kit that works well […]
Introducing Rock/Creek Adventures
For 33 years, we’ve been helping you find the right gear for your outdoor needs. Starting this year, we want to take you outside to use it. We’ve just launched Rock/Creek Adventures, a comprehensive guide service for exploring the natural playground that surrounds us here in Chattanooga. We’ve carefully designed each adventure to be educational […]
Stylish Hiking Boots: Our Picks
Hiking boots are meant to provide support, grip, and protection. They should provide comfort for extended walks over rough terrain. Some boots go the extra mile by having a fun, eye-catching design. And these are the ones we really fall in love with. Stylish hiking boots might seem like an oxymoron (jumbo shrimp, anyone?). However, […]
Gear Up to SUP
Presented by Chattajack 31 A Beginner’s Guide to Building Your SUP Kit Solid Boards vs. Inflatable Boards Solid boards are typically made of fiberglass or epoxy wrapped around a foam core. Less common variations include carbon fiber, plastic and even wood. Benefits of a solid board: Superior performance, speed and efficiency Provide a more stable […]
Dinner Branch Mini Guide
There’s a new crag in town, offering climbers two main buttresses and dozens of routes ranging from 5.9+ to 5.13c. The area, named Dinner Branch after an adjacent creek, is near the Cumberland Trail and is currently being developed by a group of local climbers. We caught up with one of the developers and author […]