FEATURES
The Rock | 80
Now that Arnold Schwarzenegger has moved up to the governor's office, Dwayne Johnson, a.k.a. the Rock, reigns supreme as the fittest man in Hollywood. But getting there took plenty of work, so here's a look at the fitness regimen that keeps the Rock rolling. By DAVID HOCHMAN

The Pirate King | 86
Modern-day treasure hunter Barry Clifford became famous by being the first man in history to recover an authentic sunken pirate ship. Now he thinks he's found what most historians said was unfindable -- Columbus's original Santa Maria. Yes, as in the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. By STEPHAN TALTY

Kashmir Kool | 96
The ski-film wizards at Teton Gravity Research are always looking for the next great extreme skiing frontier. But in the militarized region of Kashmir, between India and Pakistan, they found more than they bargained for. By MATTHEW POWER

MJ Expedition: Phil Jackson Motorcycles Middle-earth | 108
During a break in the most successful coaching career in NBA history, Phil Jackson needed to clear his head. Here, in his own words, is the story of his motorcycle trek through the wilds of New Zealand -- a trip that led him back to the game he loves. By PHIL JACKSON, WITH CHARLEY ROSEN

The End of the River | 120
Seventeen years ago, two stepbrothers set out to raft down one of Utah's most treacherous rivers, the Green. Here, the surviving brother revisits that long-ago adventure, and finally comes to terms with his loss. By CHRISTOPHER KETCHAM

Jackson Hole Action | 128
Jackson, Wyoming, has it all: the nearby Yellowstone backcountry, the Snake River, the Tetons. It's an adventurer's dream town. Meet the lucky bastards who call it home. By ERIC HAGERMAN

ADVENTURE
Truk Diving Man With more shipwrecks per square inch than anywhere else in the world, Micronesia's Truk Lagoon is a recreational diver's dream come true. 28
Coolest Mountain Towns From Alaska to the Adirondacks -- the 10 greatest mountain towns in America. 36
Tunisian Dream At Tunisia's Festival of the Sahara, bedouins, travelers, and camels gather in the North African desert to celebrate an endangered way of life. 46
Spanish Road Trip Drive outside the fabled city of Barcelona into the rugged hills of Catalonia and you'll experience Spain's true wild side. 50
First Look In a new book, a distinguished scientist-adventurer investigates global warming. PLUS Three new titles get inside the war in Iraq. 54
New Frontiers Two American fishing spots reach their prime, new ski slopes sprout across the country, and more. 56

PEAK PERFORMANCE
The Super Bowl Workout The New England Patriots have conquered the NFL by training harder -- and smarter. Here's how to put their techniques into your own workout. 61
50 Greatest Websites The vast amount of health information on the Internet can be paralyzing -- unless you're armed with this guide. INCLUDING The 100 best health and fitness tips on the Web. 64
Nutrition Go shopping with the world's leading snack expert and learn which munchies are actually good for you. 73
Knee News Knee injuries used to be debilitating. Times have changed. In the brave new world of knee surgery, even the trickiest injuries can be as good as new. 75
Paging Dr. Bob The doctor's orders on when to worry about concussions, getting in shape for scuba diving, and more. 77

STYLE
Sweaters Great new woolly wonders. 136
Grooming Winter skin solutions. 138

GEAR GUIDE
Jackets Field-testing new hybrid shells. 141
Home Gyms The best new DIY setups. 144
Top-Rated Skis The season's best new skis are tailored to match your skills. 146
New Snowboards This winter's specialized boards are designed to suit any style. 148

MISC.
Backpage Developments in the mysterious death of Reinhold Messner's brother, a seriously rapid traverse of the Pacific Crest Trail, and more great adventure feats. 168
Mail 18
Contributors 24

On the cover: The Rock at El Matador State Beach, in Malibu, California.
Photographed by Jeff Lipsky