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In this issue
Weekend Update
Pete's Pick
Radical Reels is Back! - 9/15
14th Annual Fab 5k - 8/21
2010 Kona King Kahuna
Are You Apart of the New Generation?
Upcoming Events to Keep Your Eye On
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WEEKEND UPDATE      
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PETE's PICKS                             
What's my recommendation?  

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Did you know that people travel from all over the world to experience the incredible biking we have to offer in the Roanoke, VA region?

No matter what type of biking you do or are interested we have it all; mountain biking, road cycling, the greenways and even communting routes.


It is supposed to clear up this weekend so, make sure to GET OUTSIDE! In the mean time, start thinking about purchasing your Radical Reels tickets. This film festival is great for the whole family. We did sell out early last year so, I wanted to give everyone a heads up now. Check out the story below for more information.


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Pete Eshelman 
Director of Outdoor Branding
Roanoke Regional Partnership
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radical reels is back! - 9/15      

That's right! Radical Reels and the Get Outside Expo is back!

If you do not know what Radical Reels is, let me explain. Radical Reels is the most outrageous mountain sports film festival tour that comes to North America. The tour only makes one stop in Virginia and that stop is Roanoke, VA! Click here, to view the trail of Radical Reels.

Sold already? Whats better than that?

Oh... the GET OUTSIDE EXPO! - From 5:00-6:30 local outfitters, stores, non-profits, and volunteer groups will have tables set up showcasing what it is they do. Come meet the people who keep our outdoors moving! Email pete[at]roanoke.org if you are interested in exhibiting.

Details: (more details)

  • Expo- 5:00pm-6:30pm (come anytime)
  • Radical Reels- 6:45pm
  • Held at The Jefferson Center
  • Beer and Wine will be available
  • Cost-
    • $13 (includes tax)- We sold out early last year! Buy tickets now.
    • Online- order here
    • Call (540.345.2550) or buy in person and there is no additional $2.50 fee
    • Student tickets are $7 (purchase at Jefferson Center)

Facebook Users
Check out the Facebook Event Page to see who else is coming and invite your friends.

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14th Annual Fab 5k - 8/21    

Come out and join us for the "Flat and Fast cross country race". Titled this because it is the flattest course you can find in South West Virginia. This race is also one of the few races in the area that gives out a cash purse of $400 going to the top three male and female finishers as well as the overall  master winners. Click here, for the grand door prize.

Mail-in Registration (click here):

$15 on or before 
August 7th
$20 after August 7th

Online Registration (click here):

$15 (+$1.90 processing fee) on or before August 7th
$20 (+2.20 processing fee) after August 7th

* Tee shirts guaranteed to all PRE- REGISTERED participants

Click here, for packet pick-up info or driving directions.

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2010 kona king kahuna - gear review      

If you're looking for a light, cross-country mountain bike that excels at everything but big-hit action, the Kona King Kahuna  is an ideal tool. As the flagship model in Kona's 29er XC line, the Kahuna is decked out with mostly XT components (it also has SLX disc brakes), a scandium frame, and a Fox 80mm fork.

Out of the shop, the bike performs flawlessly. The XT shifting hits every gear, the brakes harness as much power as you need with only a single finger on the lever, and once the fork is tuned it devours everything but the biggest of bumps.

Case in point? I was riding with my buddy down the "Off the Top" trail at Mammoth Mountain, which starts at about 11,000 feet and contains a series of bermed switchbacks for about 1,000 feet of descent. The trail rides fast, and with the overpowered brakes the downhillers often employ, flat sections of yesterday can become where-did-those-whop-dee-doos-come-from of today.

Read the rest of the story here>>>


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are you apart of the new generation?      

The founder of Patagonia is, watch his journey unfold. 

Join Roanoke Outside, Blue 5, and Get2KnowNoke as we celebrate!Aid Station Mile Breakdown Chart

What:     180° South: Conquerors of the Useless
Where:   Blue 5 Restaurant (downstairs Red Room)
When:    Friday, 8/27
Time:     Doors open at 5pm - movie at 7pm - band at 9pm
               (space is limited to 100 people).
Cost:      Free
More:     Drink & Food Specials

5-7pm:  Hang with friends, have a drink, and watch some random
               action sports videos.

7pm: Watch the premier of acclaimed 180º South - the story of one of the most unique and prolific environmentalists of our time - Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia.

Click here to watch a video trailer and learn more about 180º South: Conquerors of the Useless.
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Upcoming events to keep your eye oN                               
Visit The RoanokeOutside.com Calendar of Events for details on these upcoming events!
  • Weekly bike rides throughout Roanoke & NRV Valleys
  • Weekly Angler Workshops - 8/19 & 26
  • Conquerors of the Useless Party/Film - 8/27
  • Smith River Fest - 8/27-28
  • Blue Ridge Mountain Sports Boat Demo Day - 8/28
  • East Coasters Trek Demo Day at Carvins Cove - 8/29
  • Banff Radical Reels Film Festival/Get Outside Expo - 9/15
  • Marine Mud Run - 9/18
  • Montvale Mayhem Bike Race - 9/18
  • Trail Running Rampage - 9/18
  • Big Lick Triathlon - 9/25
  • Rowdy Dog - 9/25-25
  • Star City Women's 5K - 10/2
  • The Craig County Great Escape Mtn. Bike Race - 10/3
  • Vinton Fall Festival 5K - 10/9
  • Roanoke Region Adventure Tourism Workshop - 10/19
  • Into the Darkness 4 Mile Trail Run - 10/23
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