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Backcountry Skiing $16.95

 
Tyson Bradley, 2nd Edition. A Falcon Guide © 2002, 2003 by The Globe Pequot Press. 277 pages. Utah offers some of the best terrain and easiest access to backcountry skiing in the US. Describes 65 tours with hundreds of descents from the Wasatch Range to the remote Tushar, Abajo, and Henry Mountains. Trip Planning, avalanches, and route finding techniques are all covered.
 

Best Easy Day Hikes
Utah's High Uintas $7.95

 
Jeffrey and Brad Probst, Falcon Publishing 2007, Paperback 112 pages. Best Easy Day Hikes Utah’s High Uintas includes concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps for thirty-one short hikes through some of the most spectacular scenery in this backcountry wilderness. Featuring, GPS-compatible trail maps,
trails within an hour’s drive from major towns, half-hour strolls to full-day adventures, hikes for everyone, including families.
 

Biking POWER Resistance Trainer Workout $24.95

 
WARNING: Be prepared to get in shape! This is not your ordinary "spinning class" workout. Now you can do mountain-bike specific exercises in a beautiful setting - Park City's Mid Mountain Trail. Designed by Dr. Bruce Argyle to build leg strength and burst power. 55 minutes. Utah Mountain Biking 2004. >>More
 

Birding Utah $19.95

 
D.E. McIvor, Falcon Publishing 1998, 408 pages. Descriptions of over 100 bird- watching locations around the state, with maps, key species, and observation seasons for each site. (Does not include bird species ID guide.)
 

Camping Utah $16.95

 
Donna Lynn Ikenberry, Globe Pequot Press 2002, 250 pages. Detailed descriptions of more than 300 public campgrouns in Utah. Maps, camp locations, fees and reservations, facilities and hookups, recreational opportunities and other local attractions.
 

Fishing Utah $18.95

 
Brett Prettyman, Globe Pequot Press 2001, 300 pages. An angler's guide to over 170 fishing sites in Utah. Which flies and lures to use; trails and terrain; fishing campgrounds; stocking schedules.
 

Fun with the Family in Utah $12.95

 
Michael Rutter, Globe Pequot Press 2000, 205 pages. A great book filled with things that kids will love to see and do, organized by geographic area. Age- appropriateness guidelines, kid-friendly places to eat and stay.
 

Hiking Zion & Bryce Canyon $14.95

 
Erik Molvar & Tamara Martin, Copyright 1997 by The Globe Pequot Press, 245 pages. A guide to 56 trails in scenic Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Trail descriptions, maps, and photos provide first-hand information for easy day hikes and extended backpack trips.
 

Hiking Utah $15.95

 

Bill Schneider, Falcon Publishing 2005, 3rd Edition, 240 pages. Hiking Utah features seventy-five of the finest trails Utah's remarkable backcountry has to offer-from day hikes to overnight adventures. This comprehensive guide will provide all the information you need to get the most out of hiking this geologic wonderland. Hikes suited for every ability. Accurate directions to the trailhead. Comprehensive trail descriptions
GPS-compatible maps. Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, best hiking seasons, and much more.

 

Hiking Utah's High Uintas $15.95

 

Jeffrey and Brad Probst, Falcon Publishing 2006, 244 pages. In Hiking Utah’s High Uintas, veteran hikers Jeffrey and Brad Probst offer firsthand descriptions of ninety-nine routes throughout this backcountry wilderness. You’ll discover easy day hikes to great fishing spots, adventurous treks to remote campsites, and extended backpacking trips for intrepid wilderness travelers.

  • GPS-compatible maps
  • Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, destination elevations, and much more
  • Tips on fishing, camping spots, and photo opportunities
  • Indispensable information on safety, hiking with children, and natural hazards
 

Hiking Utah's Summits $12.95

 
Paula Huff and Tom Wharton, Falcon Publishing 1997, 120 pages. Descriptions of how to reach the summit of the highest peak in each of Utah's 29 counties. Maps, hiking guide, interesting local history.
 

IBEX and Selected Climbs of Utah's West Desert $20.00

 
James Garrett 2001, 124 pages. A guide to some of Utah's best climbs in Utah's remote and beautiful West Desert. Includes information on Sport, Traditional, and Alpine climbing routes.
 

It Happened in Utah $9.95

 
Gayen & Tom Wharton, Falcon Publishing 1998, 127 pages. A unique approach to Utah's history. It begins with the arrival of the mountain men in 1825 and continues through the invasion of the mountain bikers in 1969. Each chapter tells the story of a single, brief event that helped shape Utah.
 

Mountain Bike Maintenance $19.95

 

Guy Andrews, Falcon Publishing 2006, Paperback, 176 pages. Whether you are an experienced or beginner mountain biker, knowing how to keep your bike in peak condition is essential to your enjoyment of the sport. Being able to recognize the early warning signs of trouble—and knowing what to do about them—means less time and money wasted getting your bike fixed and more time out on the trail.
Clearly illustrated throughout and fully up to date with the latest bikes and bike technology, this practical, comprehensive, and easy-to-follow handbook includes:

  • an introduction to the mountain bike
  • advice on tools and how to set up a workshop
  • advice on how to avoid problems in the first place
  • illustrated step-by-step guidelines to fixing and maintaining every part of your bike
  • on-the-trail repair tips
 

Mountain Biking Grand Junction and Fruita $9.95

 
We know, it's not Utah. But it's close to Moab and the riding is worth the trip. Bob D'Antonio, Globe Pequot Press 2002, 2nd Edition, 86 pages. 22 trails in the Grand Junction and Fruita Colorado area. Maps, elevation graphs and riding directions. A steal for under $10.
 

Mountain Biking Hut to Hut Telluride to Moab $10.95

 
A guide to the San Juan Hut System's Hut to Hut Tour from Telluride Colorado to Moab Utah. This centuries-old, weeklong trek crosses over 10,000-foot, snowcapped mountains and travels over 70 miles. Features seven mapped and cued rides (one for each day) as well as everything from advice on what to bring to tips on mountain bike repair and maintenance. Days 3 and 5 include alternate singletrack routes. Don't ride this trail system without this book.
 

Mountain Biking Moab $16.95

 
NEW edition! Lee Bridgers, Globe Pequot Press 2000-2004, 380 pages. 48 great rides in the Moab area, including topo map and trail descriptions. What makes this book unique is many interesting 'feature articles' on local history and archeology, along with colorful biking stories.
 

Mountain Biking Moab Pocket Guide $10.95

 
NEW edition! David Crowell, Falcon Publishing, 2nd Edition, 2004, 239 pages. Trail guide to 42 rides in the Moab area, with map, elevation graph, trail riding description. Smaller size fits into a biking backpack or biking-jersey pocket! This is one of our favorites!
 

Mountain Biking St. George/Cedar City $10.95

 
Bruce Grubbs, Falcon Publishing 1999, 136 pages. Trail guide to 35 rides in the Cedar City and St. George area, with map, elevation graph, trail riding description. Smaller size fits into a biking backpack or biking-jersey pocket!
 

Mountain Biking Utah $19.95

 
Gregg Bromka, Falcon Publishing 1999, 519 pages. Authoritative guide covers the best of Utah's trails, with 100 of the must-do rides around the state. Trail map, interesting 'side notes,' elevation graph, trail riding description. We use this guide extensively.
 

Mountain Biking Utah's Brian Head - Bryce Country $14.95

 
Gregg Bromka, Off-road Publications 1998, 198 pages. Typical of Bromka's work, this is an excellent book, with accurate detailed maps and colorful trail descriptions. Gregg adds details about local history and geology that we really enjoy. Covers 41 rides (no St. George area trails). Doesn't include elevation graphs. Rich in overall detail, it gives the best ride directions for adventurous souls riding without an odometer.
 

Mountain Biking Utah's Wasatch Front $15.95

 
Gregg Bromka, Off-road Publications 2003, 320 pages. This is the most comprehensive guide to the trails of the Wasatch Front area (doesn't include Logan or Park City area trails). In this book you'll find descriptions and maps of 71 trails within 50 miles of Salt Lake City. This book goes far beyond Mountain Biking Utah (Gregg Bromka's state-wide trail book), with rides and ride options covering virtually every worthwhile trail.
 

Outdoor Escapes SLC $12.95

 
Robin Norris & Freddie Snalam, Globe Pequot Press 2003, 229 pages. This is a great book for anyone coming to visit the Salt Lake City area, or even long time residents of Utah. It covers more than 30 outdoor activities including mtn. biking, skiing, camping, sailboarding, ice climbing, ballooning, rafting, and more.
 

Park City & Beyond $14.95

 
NEW!  Mountain Biking Park City and Beyond by Gregg Bromka, Off-road Publications 2006, 228 pages. This is the NEW definitive guide to Park City's trails. 43 rides, done in typical rigorous Bromka fashion. Excellent maps, elevation graphs, ride add-ons. Includes a few trails in the Heber and Uinta mountain area. Quick-glance information for each trail in a helpful spreadsheet includes distance, tread type, difficulty, elevation gain, and more. Master map shows locations of trails. Section on regulations, etc.
 

Park City's Prime Cuts $14.95

 
Park City's Prime Cuts by Charlie Sturgis and Mark Fischer, 2004, 108 pages. This is the definitive guide to Park City's trails. It details 20 rides in the Park City region, ranked into five difficulty levels with about 4 trails each. By-the-mile trail directions are very detailed; elevation graphs are included. Features expert tips and tricks by national champion mtn. biker Todd Henneman. Spiral binding lets this book lie flat, and the thick pages resist damage on-trail. For Park City riding without a local guide, buy this book..
 

Rider Mel's Mountain Bike Guide to Moab $14.95

 
Rider-Mel 3rd "It's bigger where it counts" Edition, 128 pages. Guide to 40 Moab area trails, from easy to tough. Trail maps, elevation graph. Includes Moab street map, yellow-pages guide to Moab businesses and more. Spiral bound book. (c)2007
 

Rock Climbing Utah $26.95

 
Stewart Green, Falcon Publishing 1998, 538 pages. This guide covers all the major rock-climbing areas of the state, with hundreds of climbing routes in 24 climbing areas. Maps, photos, climbing descriptions.
 

Rockhounding Utah $12.95

 
William Dappele, Falcon Publishing 1996, 180 pages. Detailed descriptions of 86 rock-collecting sites. Travel directions, materials needed, gems and fossils to be found.
 

Scenic Driving Utah $14.95

 
Joe Bensen, Falcon Publishing 1996, 248 pages. Descriptions of 28 scenic automobile drives around the state, with extensive information on local history, geology, and plant life. Info on camping, services, sidetrips.
 

the art of CYCLING $14.95

 
Falcon Publishing 2007, 2nd Edition, Paperback, 288 pages. Covering much more than just riding a bike in traffic, author Robert Hurst paints, in uncanny detail, the challenges, strategies, and art of riding a bike on America’s streets and roadways. His primary concern is safety, but he goes well beyond the usual tips and how-to, diving into the realms of history, psychology, sociology, and economics.
The Art of Cycling empowers readers with the big picture of riding a bicycle in America—and gives cyclists useful insights to consider while pedaling the next commute, grocery run, or training ride. Riding a bike will never be the same.
 

The Long Distance Cyclists' handbook $16.95

 
Simon Doughty, Lyons Press 2004, 2nd Edition, Paperback, 264 pages. Written for the novice and veteran cyclist alike, this second edition of the bestselling The Long Distance Cyclists’ Handbook contains everything you need to know to ride your bicycle farther than the end of your driveway. From selecting the correct bicycle, accessories, clothing, and gear to maintenance, on-the-road repairs, bicycle safety, and nutrition and training techniques, this book details all the preparation and equipment needed to successfully complete a thirty-mile
charity ride or the 3,000-mile Race Across America.
 

Trail Solutions $32.00

 
IMBA's Guide to Building Sweet Singletrack. Packed with more than 130 photos and 50 original illustrations, Trail Solutions is an essential tool for land managers and volunteer trailbuilders aspiring to raise their shared-use trail systems to the next level. Paperback, 272 pages, 8.5" x 11", 130 color photos, 50 illustrations, glossary, index, published June, 2004. We're thrilled to offer this great book!
 

Utah Mountain Biking CD $6.95

 
Windows CD-ROM, Mad Scientist Software 2001-2004. Trail video 'shorts' with music soundtracks. 250 biking wallpaper photos 800x600, with wallpaper changer. 12 biking screensavers with varying topics: winter biking, rock biking, trailside flowers, mountain singletrack.
 

Utah Mountain Biking DVD $14.95

 
Mad Scientist Software 2001-2004. Tour 30 of Utah's premiere biking trails in this 45-minute video. New in 2004, the UtahMountainBiking Video Sampler is available on DVD. Even non-bikers love these trail video shorts -- the DVD makes a great gift for your out-of-state buddies.
 

Utah Off the Beaten Path $12.95

 
Michael Rutter, Globe Pequot Press 1999, 184 pages. Things to see and fun stuff to do around the State. A smattering of Utah history, geology, and trivia.
 

Utah Wildlife Viewing Guide $8.95

 
Jim Cole, Falcon Press 1990, 88 pages. Descriptions of 92 easily- accessible wildlife viewing areas around the state, color photos of wildlife.
 

Wildflowers of Southwestern Utah $7.95

 
Hayle Buchanan, Falcon Publishing 1997, 119 pages. Flowers and plants of southwest Utah, organized by habitat, with color ID photos.