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Olympic Gear Raises the Barnew

This month, the world's eyes are on Beijing for the 29th Summer Olympiad. Governments and corporations have spent millions to make sure the athletes perform at the peak of their abilities. These days, much of this cash gets spent on research into high-tech materials and equipment rather than on training programs.

NOW Magazine | Joseph Wilson | 08-11-2008 | Sports

Tags: Olympics, sports & fitness, Nike, gear, sports technology

Inside MMA: From the UFC to Illegal Cage Fights on Indian Reservesnew

It's been called human cockfighting, so why is Ontario making ultimate fighting even more dangerous by forcing it underground?

NOW Magazine | Barrett Hooper | 05-12-2008 | Sports

Tags: boxing, sports, Brazilian jiu jitsu, martial arts, mixed martial arts, Ontario, UFC, Ultimate Fighting Championship, sports & fitness

Your Bike is Not as Green as You Thinknew

So where should I draw the line on my bike's environmental impact?

NOW Magazine | Joseph Wilson | 04-18-2008 | Sports

Tags: green, bamboo, bicycles, carbon footprint, cycling, sports & fitness

Buying a Bikenew

The differences between dropping $100 on a bike and $600.

NOW Magazine | Staff | 04-11-2008 | Sports

Tags: bicycles, cycling, sports & fitness

City Cycling 101new

So you're thinking of becoming a bike commuter? Well, having a set of wheels is fine, but here's a little info to help you progress past "pedals make my bike move real good."

NOW Magazine | Paul Terefenko | 04-11-2008 | Sports

Tags: bicycles, cycling, maintenence, maintenance, sports & fitness