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It’s a more exclusive fashion that is gaining momentum in the sports world. Cycle fashion is being seen on more teens and college aged students now more than ever! From logo caps by  Fox apparel to backpacks by top motorcross companies, this hot trend is fast finding it’s place in the fashion world.

It’s all about the logo – on thermal underwear, trucker hats and even sandals, it doesn’t matter what time of the year it is, these popular and very wearable pieces of clothing carry a youthful and active style for anyone in them. It’s all in HOW you wear them, no matter what age you are, pulling off the cyclist look can be as easy as incorporating one thing at a time (don’t go overboard and go head to toe).

Stay out of your kids closet. Period. By keeping your clothes separate, you won’t be harshing your child’s own style. Giving your kid space, at all ages, is important when it comes to respect and not infringing on their territory. On the other hand, if your kids start borrowing your clothes, take it as a compliment and think of it as if they were saying that you are cool enough to sport your duds.

Make sure that you aren’t trying too hard – cycle clothing is all about comfort and wearability. This look should reflect who you really are and not who you are trying to be.

If you’re a skiing buff (like me – ha! I hope my husband reads this!), you already know what your most essential piece of equipment is going to be: Good skis. Duh. 

But there’s more to having a safe, fun experience on the slopes than just choosing the right skis. Here are some tips on the latest innovations in other skiing essentials that I learned about on my first ski trip this past year.

Obviously, it’s going to be cold out there, and that icy wind can slice your poor face like the Grim Reapers scythe when you’re whipping down a mountain at high speed. So protect ya neck with a quality neck gaiter that can convert into a hat, goggle case or, let’s face it, nose wipe, when need be. Seriously though, please go with wool for neck and socks (and gloves). I learned the hard, wet way why wool is best. When you’re shopping for a neck gaiter, make sure it’s versatile, as there are plenty on the market these days that can be all things for a good price.

Speaking of covering your grill, that includes your eyes. Goggles need to look good, naturally, but their main job is to maintain excellent visibility and repel fog. Get whichever ones fit you best (I chose these googles to give an example of the padding for your face which is much needed!) Read reviews, and make sure you get goggles with high-quality spherical lenses. Also, make sure they fit your face and work well with your helmet.

When you’re booting up for a day of skiing, you want to wear boots that keep your feet dry and comfortable, as you have a long day of adventure ahead of you. You also don’t want boots that are too heavy, obviously, and lucky for you, there are ski boots in today’s market that only add about seven pounds (or less!) to your stride. They’re costly, but totally worth it. Or go with the rentals like me (thank you Park City ski rentals for keeping my skills on the down low).

Cell phones in the mountains are a dubious proposition, so be a cool spy on the slopes and get yourself and your skiing partner a pair of two-way radios with a lot of channels and a long talk range. Ten-four, good buddy – be safe and ski on!

Looking good and improving your golf game are two of the most important things when it comes to golf. Some of the top trends in men’s golf shoes help you to do both, here are a few of the top trends in golf shoes for 2013. The “barely there” shoe is one of the hottest trends in shoes for 2013. Lighter, thinner and support without the bulk is not only for runners anymore, golf shoe makers are catching onto trends with purpose and this is one to jump on (literally!) 

Another hot trend in golf shoes right now is the so-called “spikeless” shoe, which is meant to be worn both on and off the course. Also known as the “hybrid golf shoe”, the spikeless shoe resembles a tennis shoe or sneaker, but it has a studded sole for the grip that golfers need.

This natural movement trend in golf shoes allows golfers a greater range of motion on the course by using running shoe technology. These golf shoes incorporate the barefoot running technology many companies are currently using to stimulate the full sensation of the foot for greater range of motion. Looking casual and feeling great, a two for one deal in a comfy shoe. Definitely worth the money!

Trends in golf shoes are definitely veering toward more casual, multi-functional shoes that challenge traditional styles on the course. 

If you know a sports fan well enough, you know that they 1) have everything possible with their favorite teams logo on it and 2) wear and use those items proudly. So, when you run out of ideas (like I did) where do you turn? After a little research, I found a few of the hottest trends in gifts for the sports nut in your life (to help you get a jump on Christmas)

Specialty Golf Balls

Oh my goodness. I LOVE these and so did my golf obsessed father. I am pretty sure that my dad wears his golf shoes to bed. After pretty much growing up on a fairway, I (like many other women) have accepted that he will never change. Plus, there are much worse things he could be doing! So, I had a dozen golf balls printed up with “Eye of the TIGER” on them. I simply can not WAIT to give them to him this year.

Beer Belt

For the hardcore team sports fan who believe that beer and sports are inseparable, this is the gift for you. Holding half a dozen beers, or a pre-game half pack, this handy belt is not quite as embarrassing as the swirly straw beer hat, but will also hold your pants up.

Stadium Dirt

The cream of the crop. Stadium dirt. Seriously, this is an actual collection of dirt from the top sports stadiums in the United States. If you can’t bring them to the field, bring the field to them (I guess).