Out There Outdoors

Summer running comes with a different set of rules, from slowing the pace and seeking shade to paying closer attention to hydration and recovery. This column shares practical reminders for making the most of warm-weather miles while listening to what your body needs.

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Grassroots gravel rides continue to thrive alongside the sport's biggest events, offering riders a different kind of challenge built around adventure, community, and self-sufficiency. This story explores the culture behind Montana's Joe Cosley Pancake Ride and why these low-key events remain at the heart of gravel cycling.

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📸Justin Short

High Voltage E-Bikes makes it easy to explore some of North Idaho's most iconic rail trails from its rental shop in Wallace. With access to both the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes and the Route of the Hiawatha, riders can spend less time planning and more time on the trail.

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📸High Voltage E Bikes

Idaho's Silver Valley makes an easy summer getaway, with scenic bike rides, mountain adventures, and a rich mining history all within a short drive of Spokane. From the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes and Silver Mountain Resort to the historic streets of Wallace, there's plenty to explore in every direction.

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📸 Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce

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OTO staff photographer and Digital Content Editor Bri spent a day at Mt. Hood Meadows for the SheGrooms women’s clinic, connecting with a community of women who came together to build confidence, improve their skills, and share their love of the mountains.