FEATURES
Discovering Secret Fiji | 68
On Fiji's most remote islands, a trio of surfers and a band of merry locals revel in the kind of untouched South Pacific paradise few ever experience, living off the sea and surfing the most perfect barrels of their lives. BY KANOA ZIMMERMAN WITH PETER HELLER

The Art of Being Kelly Slater | 74
The world's best competitive surfer came out of retirement not long ago on a lark. Then he shocked the world by snagging his seventh world title (a record), one of the hottest women on the planet (Gisele), and a slot on MTV. He's never been more relaxed -- or more successful. Here's how he keeps the ride going. BY JOSH DEAN

Summer Field Manual | 78
Summertime requires a higher order of specialized knowledge: the ability to pit-roast a pig, read the waves, set up the perfect campsite. Here's how to master the skills you need to make the most of this year's season in the sun. BY TYLER GRAY

Obsessed with Everest | 90
In 1996, when eight people died in a surprise storm on Everest, filmmaker David Breashears was among those who evacuated the survivors. Now he's making a film he hopes will give voice to the climbers who were there that day -- and on whom the world turned with a vengeance. BY ROB BUCHANAN

Racing Around the World | 96
This month the world's top sailors are racing around the globe in one of the sport's most prestigious and dangerous races. Meet the salty vets and young up-and-comers vying for the top spot. BY TIM ZIMMERMANN

ADVENTURE
20 Rafting the Grand Canyon
It's whitewater time on the Colorado.
22 What's New
The ultimate adventure race, and more.
26 Mountain Biking Arkansas
The new Syllamo Trail System puts Arkansas on the mountain-biking map.
28 Summer Festivals
Outdoor music, food, and adventure.
35 Adventure Guide: National Parks
Strategies for Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Great Smoky Mountains, and beyond.
42 City Guide: New York
The wild side of Gotham.
44 Road Trip: Croatia
Cruising Dalmatia in the new Corvette.
48 Books and Screen
A memoir by a survivor of the Alive plane crash, and what's new on DVD.

ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
51 Global Warming Solutions
Everyone talks about climate change. Here's what you can do about it. PLUS: Q&A with Al Gore, true believer.

HEALTH AND FITNESS
59 High-Tech Sunscreens
American sunscreen is getting better -- but the best stuff is still across the pond.
62 Summer Body Diet
A no-joke method for visible results.
64 Beach Muscle Workout
Get your body ready for summer.
66 Health Advice from Dr. Bob
Answers to questions on muscle soreness, dislocated fingers, and more.

STYLE
102 Sunglasses
The summer's biggest shades.

GEAR GUIDE
105 Best Summer Gear
Beach and backyard essentials.
108 Running Shoes
We test the year's hottest running shoes.
110 Ear Protection
Seven ways to save your hearing.
111 High-Performance Knives
The best all-purpose blades.
112 Espresso Machines
At-home espresso is easier than ever.
114 Ask the Gear Guy
Advice on water filters, custom insoles, and more.

THE RECORD BOOK
136 Astonishing Feats The month's most incredible achievements in adventure.

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