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Salty & Stupid: Ultra-Endurance in Utah’s West Desert

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
If you like to punish yourself on a bike, Salty & Stupid’s Stupid Pony gravel race runs from Lehi to Wendover for a true test of one’s physical limits.

Salty & Stupid hosts the Stupid Pony, an ultra-endurance bicycle race in Utah’s arid West Desert. … read more

Posted in: Action SportsTagged: Bicycle Race, Endurance Race, Salty & Stupid, Salty Lizard, Stupid Pony

Skate Photo Feature: Bryce Parkinson

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Bryce Parkinson – Frontside Rock n’ Roll – South Jordan

Bryce Parkinson lapped his front wheels into the deck, used some back-toe magic and pulled one of the most stylish front rocks I’ve ever witnessed. … read more

Posted in: SkateTagged: Bryce Parkinson, Skate Photo Feature

Beer of the Month: Sir-Veza

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
In this edition of "Beer of the Month," Bohemian Brewery serves up the Sir-Veza, a Mexican-style lager in a slick, Day of the Dead–inspired, 12-ounce can.

In this edition of “Beer of the Month,” Bohemian Brewery serves up the Sir-Veza, a Mexican-style lager in a slick, Day of the Dead–inspired, 12-ounce can. … read more

Posted in: Beer ReviewsTagged: Beer of The Month, Bohemian Brewery, Sir-Veza

BMX Photo Feature: Shawn “Elf” Walters

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Shawn “Elf” Walters – X-Up Grind against the Wall – SLC, Utah

In this month’s multi-paneled BMX Photo Feature, Shawn “Elf” Walters pushes through with support from the crew. Photos by Jon Tinsley. … read more

Posted in: Bike / BMXTagged: BMX Photo Feature, Shawn "Elf" Walters

Mike Brown: Who’s a Good Boy? Ender’s a Good Boy!

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
(L–R) Ender (dog) gets plenty of rubber-ball fetch time from his weird uncle, Mike Brown (human).

Mike Brown delivers the details you never knew you needed on his roommate’s dog, Ender. A ball-enthusiast and food-motivated pup, Ender is a good boy! … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Ender, Good Boy, mike brown

Contributor Limelight – Robin Namini

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart

Illustrator Robin Namini joined SLUG’s ranks in November 2017 and has been a source of creative energy for the magazine ever since! … read more

Posted in: SLUG Contributor LimelightTagged: Contributor Limelight, Robin Namini

Skate Photo Feature: 600 North Bridge

Posted on May 7, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Noa Hardisty - Texas Plant - 600 North Bridge

The amount of work and effort that has gone into 600 North Bridge DIY is a testament to the authentic community of skateboarding here in Salt Lake City. … read more

Posted in: SkateTagged: Jordan Vigil, Noa Hardisty, Skate Photo Feature

Review: Asbestos Lead Asbestos – Empty Message

Posted on April 30, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Asbestos Lead Asbestos | Empty Message | Self-Released

Empty Message is a jerking roller coaster of corroded electronic collages with the visage of the mangled, hollow husk from a blood-boiling rave. … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: Asbestos Lead Asbestos

Review: Car Seat Headrest – Making A Door Less Open

Posted on May 1, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Car Seat Headrest | Making a Door Less Open | Self-Released

Car Seat Headrest = The Strokes + (Sandy) Alex G + Com Truise … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: Car Seat Headrest, Matador, Will Toledo

Film Review: Dangerous Lies

Posted on April 30, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Dangerous Lies is like leftover takeout sitting at the back of the fridge: It's not even worth the effort of tossing it in the trash.

Dangerous Lies is like leftover takeout sitting at the back of the fridge: It’s not even worth the effort of tossing it in the trash. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Dangerous Lies, Michael M. Scott, Netflix

Review: Blake Mills – Mutable Set

Posted on May 8, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Blake Mills | Mutable Set | New Deal Records

On Mutable Set, dissatisfaction exists alongside invigorating optimism, allowing Blake Mills to explore the open spectrum of emotional experience. … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: Blake Mills, Mutable Set

Film Review: The Half of It

Posted on April 29, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The Half of It, Alice Wu's new Cyrano de Bergerac adaptation, is a beautiful and spirited modern classic that deserves to be seen.

The Half of It, Alice Wu’s new Cyrano de Bergerac adaptation, is a beautiful and spirited modern classic that deserves to be seen. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: The Half of It
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