How to care for a baseball or softball glove
Did you know that baseball was first played barehanded? In 1870, injured player Doug Allison wore a buckskin mitten to protect his injured hand, and in 1875 player Charles Waite …
12 tips for washing kids’ sports uniforms
Does anyone else think it strange (and a little unfair) that kids’ sports uniforms are kinda finicky when it comes to washing? I mean what clothing gets a harder workout …
Sunscreen dos and don’ts
Beach towel, check. Bathing suit, check. Sunscreen, check. Having learned about the potential dangers of too much sun exposure, most of us are now pretty accustomed to toting sunscreen to …
Keep your yoga mat clean — How and when to clean your yoga mat
No matter how Zen your yoga sessions are, your yoga mat is bound to get grubby — that slightly tacky surface is good at holding sweat, dirt and oil. It …
Skateboard care for amateurs
Are you and/or your kids rolling around on skateboards this season? I love watching boarders — from the neighborhood tikes and grade schoolers to the teens and adults at skateboard …
Store your bicycle for winter — A step-by-step guide
Unless you live in a year-round warm climate, there are apt to be months when your bike is out of commission. Rather than leave it parked where you last pedaled …
How to take care of your luggage on trips and at home
Travel is anything but a vacation for your luggage. Every time I drag my suitcase off an airport conveyor belt, I notice how much it’s aged. (I know, that’s a …