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Actress, Musician, Artist, and Outdoor Lover Morissa Trunzo | Retrospec Community Series
Last Updated: 11/2018
Actress, Musician, Artist, and Outdoor Lover Morissa Trunzo | Retrospec Community Series
by Luca West
We are hyped to introduce Morissa Trunzo. Brooklyn-based actress, musician, artist, and chalked full of great "New York" stories. 
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Living for "Why": How Climate Change Helps Us to Realize Why We Get Out There
Last Updated: 11/2018
Living for "Why": How Climate Change Helps Us to Realize Why We Get Out There
by Luca West
In 1976, The Audubon Society published their bicentennial calendar with a message to protect our planet, 42 years later it feels like we're running...
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World Traveler, True Creative, and Outdoor Lover Will Costa | Retrospec Community Series
Last Updated: 10/2018
World Traveler, True Creative, and Outdoor Lover Will Costa | Retrospec Community Series
by Luca West
His passion for nature, travel, and beautiful aerial photos have consistently drawn us to his work. Learn more about his travels, how he balances t...
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Disney Lover, Designer, Blogger, and True Central Florida Girl | Retrospec Community Series copy
Last Updated: 10/2018
Disney Lover, Designer, Blogger, and True Central Florida Girl | Retrospec Community Series copy
by Luca West
Blogger, digital marketer, and photographer Shelby Revis is deeply rooted in the Central Florida sun, theme parks, design, and style. A quick glanc...
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Retrospec Teams Up with the Keep A Breast Foundation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Last Updated: 10/2018
Retrospec Teams Up with the Keep A Breast Foundation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
by Luca West
Cancer touches everyone. Retrospec is committed to spreading the word about prevention and early detection, so no adventure is ever out of reach. T...
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Paddleboard Fishing 101: The Art of Dock Light Fly Fishing from an iSUP
Last Updated: 10/2018
Paddleboard Fishing 101: The Art of Dock Light Fly Fishing from an iSUP
by Luca West
iSUP fishing is gaining popularity because of its flexibility, convenience, and affordability. We reached out to Retrospec paddleboard fisherman Sa...
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Avid Traveler, Outdoor Lover, Menswear Extraordinaire, Joey Ruocco | Retrospec Community Series
Last Updated: 09/2018
Avid Traveler, Outdoor Lover, Menswear Extraordinaire, Joey Ruocco | Retrospec Community Series
by Luca West
Joey Ruocco is the coolest. Seriously. This avid traveler, outdoor lover, and menswear extraordinaire has his finger on the pulse of all things up-...
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5 Tiny Weekend Getaway Houses on Airbnb for You to Fall Back into Autumn
Last Updated: 09/2018
5 Tiny Weekend Getaway Houses on Airbnb for You to Fall Back into Autumn
by Luca West
The changing of the leaves, the crisp bite in the air. Nature shifts its course in the fall and sings to a song of a slower tune. There’s no better...
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Designer, Dreamer, Explorer, and Artist Allegra Rose Berger | Retrospec Community Series
Last Updated: 09/2018
Designer, Dreamer, Explorer, and Artist Allegra Rose Berger | Retrospec Community Series
by Luca West
Kicking off our community series is Allegra Rose Berger, a designer, road tripper, explorer, and true lover of the outdoors. Read about her etherea...
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The New Retrospec, A Letter from the CEO
Last Updated: 09/2018
The New Retrospec, A Letter from the CEO
by Luca West
n 2009, we launched the Retrospec Alpha fixed-gear. Our motto then was "ride simply, simply ride".  As we enter a new decade for Retrospec...
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What You Need to Know Before Longboarding or Skateboarding on Campus this Fall
Last Updated: 07/2018
What You Need to Know Before Longboarding or Skateboarding on Campus this Fall
by Luca West
College campuses can be overwhelming at first. Luckily, longboards and skateboards provide the absolute best way to quickly navigate from class to ...
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The On-Campus Guide to Getting Around by Bike
Last Updated: 07/2018
The On-Campus Guide to Getting Around by Bike
by Luca West
How to deal when your Monday morning 8am class is located on the exact opposite side of campus.
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The Ultimate Guide to Commuting to Campus by Bike
Last Updated: 07/2018
The Ultimate Guide to Commuting to Campus by Bike
by Luca West
With everything college students need to keep track of, it helps to secure a surefire form of transportation to help haul what you need on a daily ...
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The Best Places to Paddleboard in the Southwest
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Paddleboard in the Southwest
by Luca West
Just because it’s the desert doesn’t mean it's devoid of all water. There are plenty of areas throughout the Southwest that are ideal for both newc...
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The Best Places to Bike and Paddle in Southern California
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Bike and Paddle in Southern California
by Luca West
Old-school beach vibes are great, but California has so much more to offer than just classic palm trees and salty air.
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The Best Places to Bike in the Northern Plains
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Bike in the Northern Plains
by Luca West
Think the Northern Plains is just a flat piece of land? Think again.
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The Best Places to Paddle and Bike in PNW
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Paddle and Bike in PNW
by Luca West
PNW is trendy for good reason. A spectrum of deep green tones dominates the mountain views, it borders the Pacific Ocean, and the number of outdoor...
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The Best Places to Bike and Paddle in the South
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Bike and Paddle in the South
by Luca West
Head toward the water and shade to cool off, hike, bike, kick back with some food, grill, swim, paddle, and chill.
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The Best Places to Paddleboard Near Washington D.C.
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Places to Paddleboard Near Washington D.C.
by Luca West
If you’re living in this region, especially smack dab in D.C., you’re probably looking for a little decompression from the intensity of politics.
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The Best Bike Paths in The Northeast
Last Updated: 06/2018
The Best Bike Paths in The Northeast
by Luca West
Whether your plans for your next outing are TBD, or you’re considering looking to head somewhere a little edgier than the neighborhood park, we’ve ...
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4 Father's Day Gifts for Dad's Inner Adrenaline Junkie
Last Updated: 06/2018
4 Father's Day Gifts for Dad's Inner Adrenaline Junkie
by Luca West
Set aside the boxed Macy’s “silk” tie set and one-time-use high-tech gadgetry (he won’t use it) for something that will get your dad outdoors this ...
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