As I sit and watch a pathetic amount of snow drool from the sky here in Austin, I’m reminded of all the people that have to deal with getting dumped on regularly during the winter. What do these fine folks do every year when some of their favorite summer activities get snowed out? [...]

In this second part of our Rock Climbing experience with Troy Wilson of Austin Rock Gym, I learned some basics about how to climb while harnessed, as well as some basic bouldering techniques. One of the concepts that struck me the most about rock climbing is how partner oriented it is. You have the climber [...]

I met up with Troy Wilson, co-owner of Austin Rock Gym, to try my hand at beginning rock climbing. Troy was nice enough to take me through all of the equipment I would need to get started as well as some beginning lessons! In part one of this two part series, Troy covers [...]

We spent an awesome afternoon out on the lake a few weeks ago, taking in the sun and watching Ross, our pro-level instructor from lakelessons.com, catch some serious air. Then it was time for the monkeys to hop in the chilly Texas water. Tasha, a veteran, had no problem getting up on the [...]

So, you want to wakeboard, or maybe you’re just curious about the sport. Maybe you think it’s an exclusive activity and tell yourself you have no interest because you think it’s crazy to cough up money for a watercraft to pull you along, not to mention the gear. Well, that’s what we are here for! [...]