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Kristen Arendt

Kristen Arendt is a creative writer and lover of the great outdoors. A long-time competitive runner on both the roads and track, she’s branched out into vehicle-assisted adventure, trail running, and backpacking. When she’s not playing with words or planning her next adventure, she’s most likely exploring a trail in the mountains of her home state of Colorado.

The 10 Best Car Detailing Kits

The best car detailing kits include a product for every detailing task. Check out our selection of the top choices on the market.

Written by Kristen Arendt May 26, 2023

The 16 Best SUVs for Towing in 2023

Read this article first before shopping for a tow vehicle. We outline the best SUVs for towing to help you with your research.

Written by Derek Mau and Kristen Arendt January 26, 2023

Manual-Transmission Adventure Vehicles: A Dying Breed

The days of the stick shift are numbered, but if you’re a diehard enthusiast looking for a 2023 manual transmission vehicle, you have a few…

Written by Kristen Arendt September 12, 2022

Front Runner Slimsport Roof Rack: Sleek Package, Trimmed Price Tag

In search of a good-looking, do-everything roof rack that won’t break the bank? Front Runner might have an answer for your gear-hauling needs.

Written by Kristen Arendt March 28, 2022

Women Take Down Course Record in ’24HoP’ Tuscon Trail Race

What does it take to set a new course record at the ‘Burning Man of cycling’? Four women, 24 hours, and a lot of team…

Written by Kristen Arendt March 28, 2022

In Theaters Soon: A Doc Following Iconic Surfer Duke Kahanamoku

Olympic champion, American hero, and the king of surfing, Duke Kahanamoku, is coming to the big screen in the award-winning documentary ‘Waterman.’

Written by Kristen Arendt March 22, 2022

From NASCAR Crewing to Ski Touring: Meet ‘The Pit Boss’

Canadian Cole Pearn was one of NASCAR’s best active crew chiefs — until he stepped away from his career and bought a ski touring operation.

Written by Kristen Arendt March 16, 2022

Who’s Left? Barkley Marathons Underway and Claiming Runners Left and Right

Long-held as one of the most difficult races in the world, the Barkley Marathons kicked off on March 8 in Frozen Head State Park, Tenn.…

Written by Kristen Arendt March 09, 2022

New Shelby Raptor Is a Blinged-Out, Off-Road Beast

The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor was already a capable off-road package. The partnership with Shelby knocks the drama up a notch.

Written by Kristen Arendt January 21, 2022

Who Owns a Sport? Debate Around Adventure Racing World Series Heats Up

The Adventure Racing World Series organization cites a ‘deliberate copy’ of its name and an attempt to ‘rewrite history’ as a new race series plans…

Written by Kristen Arendt December 21, 2021

‘From Source’ Delves Into the Supernatural Side of Freeriding

Faction Skis athlete Yann Rausis’ self-produced short film ‘From Source’ is a mystical mashup of music, art, and plenty of freeride drama.

Written by Kristen Arendt December 21, 2021

The Auto Industry Is Buzzing About Solid-State Batteries — Here’s Why

Recent developments promise to bring solid-state batteries into mass production in the next 5 to 7 years — which is good news for EVs.

Written by Paul A. Eisenstein December 07, 2021

Redesigned ROXOR Is a Stylish, Powerful Steel Workhorse

After its initial design was shut down by a lawsuit filed by Fiat Chrysler, Mahindra Automotive North America eyes the U.S. side-by-side market with the…

Written by Kristen Arendt November 12, 2021