Outdoor News Update: Bicycling & the Law & Tips to a Green Ski Vacation

Filed in archive Outdoor News on September 18, 2007

Here's the best of the outdoor news I've missed.

Cycling Book Delivers Legal Answers Without Spin

VeloPress is pleased to announce the publication of a legal reference book for cyclists by attorney Bob Mionske. Bicycling & the Law: Your Rights as a Cyclist is designed to be the primary resource for cyclists to consult when confronted with a legal question. The book is now available from VeloGear.com and in bookstores and bike shops. Bicycling & the Law includes a foreword by Lance Armstrong that details a frightening experience with cyclist harassment. The book has been endorsed by George Hincapie, Bobby Julich, Chris Carmichael, and many cycling advocacy organizations.

12 Tips on How to Have a Green Ski Vacation

Green is the new black. Aware people realize that much of our lifestyle is having a negative impact on the environment, particularly travel. Luckily, many of these same people want to do something about it. They're willing to adjust their habits....

Green Board Gets Golden Results

Venture Snowboards' flagship board, the all-mountain Zephyr, has once again been named a Most Valuable Product by Future Snowboarding Magazine. The most comprehensive snowboard test out there, Future's 2008 product review included more than 130 boards from 40 manufacturers. The focus of the test was on all-mountain boards - boards that excel regardless of terrain, conditions, or riding style. After being waxed, detuned and covered with a special decal to ensure anonymity, the boards underwent two weeks of rigorous testing at Northstar-at-Tahoe.