Lifestyle and Recreation

August 31st, 2012

Shipping on a Shoestring

Shipping Wars turns negotiating for loads into must-see TV

By Chuck Miller

Marc Springer felt he had a chance to secure the winning bid for a cross-country load. He’d factored in all the necessary costs and expenses, as well as a profit margin, and placed a bid on the uShip website.

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July 9th, 2012

Honor Roll

Bikers pay tribute to military veterans in the annual Run for the Wall

Each year, during the final week of May, people in Knoxville, Tenn., come out in droves. American flags are placed along the road to welcome visitors who will only stay for a short while, but who make a roaring impression.

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July 3rd, 2012

Dirt Road Warrior

A motocross legend revs up a new generation of riders

By Chuck Miller

You’re off. The motorcycle roars to life and you’re racing through dirt and air, your bike acting as an extension of your body. You’re digging into the ruts, you’re flying through a double jump, you want to hit that whip.

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May 2nd, 2012

Fast Facts

A new book of lists should get NASCAR trivia buffs’ hearts racing

By M.B. Roberts

When SPEED CHANNEL broadcaster John Roberts sat down to compile the best, worst and most memorable moments of NASCAR for his new book, The Great Book of NASCAR Lists, he knew people would disagree with some of his choices. “We wanted to start some arguments,” he says.

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May 1st, 2012

In The Ballpark

These baseball stadiums score big with special attractions

By Kathleen Landis

While professional baseball’s rules don’t vary, every Major League ballpark’s design, amenities and traditions do. Here’s a look at some Major League ballparks and what, besides the game, awaits fans.

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