About Dirtbag Darling

When I was a kid, maybe three or four years old, I would sit at the family room window and wave at my parents when they were gardening. I was content indoors. I… Read More →

Me doing some puddle jumping in my Vasque Rifts.

Gear Review: Vasque Rift Hiking Boots

It’s kind of amazing what a great sole can do. Take Vasque’s Rift hiking boots for example: besides the gorgeous color combo (chocolate brown and sky blue, you steal my heart), they have… Read More →

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Get Pretty: The Power of Coconuts

I’ve been a fan of coconut oil for about three years now, so when I finally shared some of its health benefits with my sister Lea, she decided to try it for herself.… Read More →

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Five Reasons to Take a Hike

1. It’ll break up your workout schedule If you belong to a gym that offers everything from Zumba to Disco Revival Training but you still head straight for the elliptical, you may be… Read More →

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Images courtesy of Roxy.com.

Why Monyca Byrne-Wickey Chose Free Surfing Over Competition

Most athletes savor the day they enter the professional surfing circuit, but for surfer and Roxy model Monyca Byrne-Wickey, the moment was bittersweet. Disenchanted with the pressure and stress of competition, she branched… Read More →

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Cutest. Tents. Ever

On the search for an investment tent, you want to be able to run down the checklist and cross off features such as UV fade-resistant fabric, a heavy duty zip, adjustable pegging points,… Read More →

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Photo by Johnie/Dirtbag Darling.

Gear Review: Ruffwear Palisades Pack

Hikers love their dogs. At least, they must judging by a booming outdoor pet gear industry. Outdoor retailers are quick to offer up dog booties, life jackets, light-up collar beacons, and durable Frisbees,… Read More →

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Climbing 101: How to Tie Into a Climbing Harness

Learning how to climb takes a while, not because the climbs are difficult, but because there’s so many damn pieces of equipment (actually, once you climb more, you’ll realize just how little equipment… Read More →

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Element Eden's bucket list!

WIN: Show Me Your Bucket List, Win Goodies

One of the best things I’ve done for myself recently was to write down my reverse bucket list—things I’ve already accomplished. Reflecting on the past year was refreshing and inspiring, but summer is… Read More →

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Photo courtesy of A. Carerra.

Guy Lines: Surfer’s Aaron Carerra

Guy Lines: The guys we love, sharing their love for us. Also: A rope that keeps a tent from blowing away. The Guy: Aaron Carerra has my dream job as social media editor at Surfer… Read More →

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My “One Little Thing” On Her Packing List

Swing on over to Her Packing List today little monkeys to check out an interview I did about my “One Little Thing.” I love my Pray for Surf hat! Oh, and get ready for some… Read More →

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Base Camp: Good Fear and Bad Fear

“Fear and panic are two separate emotions. Fear is healthy. Panic is deadly.” Leave it to Hollywood to claim ownership over a theory I thought I’d developed years ago. Guess there really are… Read More →

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Jon running, photo by Shiggy Ichinomiya.

Getting Sweaty 101: Intro to Minimalist Running

Before I go and cause an uproar between believers and skeptics, let me say this: Minimalist running is not for everyone, but those runners who want to give it a try should do… Read More →

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Get Gear: Consurfvation Tees

Whenever I’m near the ocean, I pretty much live in soft T-shirts, bikinis and baseball caps. I’ve amassed quite the collection of surf-inspired tees, but my latest obsession is Consurfvation. First of all, the… Read More →

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Photo courtesy of Stephanie Schechter.

Girl Gone Wild: Stephanie Schecter

Like most teenagers, Stephanie Schechter loves bikinis, the beach and trying new hair products. Unlike most teenagers, she’s a stylish competitive and sponsored surfer (Axxe Classic Wetsuits, Wonderland Sun Optics, Kevin Connelly Surfboards,… Read More →

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