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Destination: Washington—Following the Foothills Trail
April 30, 2016

There’s a spot on the Foothills Trail in western Washington where I always slow down. It’s not a sudden steep climb or dicey patch of gravel that causes me to feather my bike brakes on the outskirts of Orting.

Carbon River trestle along the Foothills Trail in western Washington | Photo by Gene Bisbee
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5 Amazing Rail-Trail Destinations for Your Bucket List
April 11, 2016

The Rio Grande Trail is quintessential Colorado, featuring a sparkling river, rustling aspens and scented pines against a backdrop of towering mountains.

View from the Walkway Over the Hudson rail-trail in New York | Photo by Aaron Schmidt
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Six Great Things You’ll See on the North Bend Rail Trail
April 03, 2016

Winding under lush tree canopies and through rocky cuts in the hillsides of the Appalachian region, the North Bend Rail Trail exemplifies “Wild and Wonderful” West Virginia.

Former B&O Railroad bridge along the North Bend Rail Trail leading to the quaint town of Cairo, West Virginia | Photo by Mike Tewkesbury
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10 Movies with Great Walking Moments
November 23, 2015

With the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent Call to Action on Walking, it was the perfect time for 10 Movies with Great Walking Moments.

Stand by Me (1986) | Copyright by Columbia Pictures and other respective production studios and distributors. Intended for editorial use only.
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Discover the Trans Canada Trail
October 28, 2015

As one of the world’s longest networks of multiuse trails, the Trans Canada Trail connects nearly 500 individual trails across the country, building a magnificent piece of Canadian heritage.

Trans Canada Trail | Photo by Sean Marshall | CC by 2.0
Photo by Eric Beteille
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15 Essentials Every Bicyclist Should Have
August 23, 2015

A common question new bicyclists have is: What are the biking “essentials” I should have in my “toolkit”? RTC gave the answer a shot.

Photo courtesy Richard Masoner | CC by 2.0
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Trails: They’re More Fun With Fido!
August 03, 2015

Here are six tips for how to mind your pets and share the trail—with Fido in tow.

Photo courtesy Cameron Whitman:Stocksy United
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Five Great Rail-Trails for Family Camping
July 15, 2015

School is out, summer is in, and it’s time to take the kids on a vacay. Below are five great options for a weekend camping and biking trip!

Photo courtesy RTC
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How to Get Back on a Bike—Years Later (8 Simple Tips)
July 08, 2015

Getting back on a bike after a long time away can be a little intimidating. Here are a few tips and helpful hints for those of you who want to start riding again, but aren’t quite sure where to start!

Photo courtesy Bicycle House Tallahassee