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Tout Terrain Unveils Catalina Bikepacking HardtailAuto — 5dRecent mountain-bike coverage spans Tout Terrain’s new Catalina hardtail, designed for trail riding and bikepacking, and Rocky Mountain’s highly adjustable Instinct C70 trail bike, whose versatility comes with some pedaling and bottom-bracket drawbacks. Reviews and buying advice also spotlight the Santa Cruz Nomad 6 for aggressive, steep terrain and compare wheelsets for trail, all-mountain and enduro riding.

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Washington Trooper Injured in I-82 CrashAuto — 6dA Washington State Patrol trooper was injured when a GMC Terrain struck his marked patrol vehicle as he assisted with a lane closure on I-82 near Kennewick; the driver was not injured. Charges were pending, and while one report said investigators suspected DUI and the driver was booked on a DUI count, other reports said impairment had not been confirmed and the crash remained under investigation.

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Freelander 8 Tested Across 50 Global Road TypesAuto — 5dFreelander is preparing a global rollout of the Freelander 8 in plug-in hybrid, electric and extended-range electric versions, following extensive validation across more than 50 road types. The international model is being showcased at a Chery summit in China, with test drives highlighting its all-terrain systems, including claimed 70% grade climbing and 900-mm water-wading capability under specified conditions.

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New Mexico Balloon Fiesta Faces Late-Week Storm RiskWeather — Oct 5, 2026High pressure is bringing mostly clear, warmer-than-average weather that should favor Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta through midweek, with only isolated storms possible over higher terrain. Showers, thunderstorms and breezier conditions are expected to increase Sunday into Monday as the weather pattern shifts.

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Two contract pilots killed in crash on Yosemite Dome Fire — Sep 22, 2026Greg King and Ryan Cutter were killed Sunday dropping water on the Dome Fire. Private aviation carries the risk in terrain trucks cannot reach; the NTSB now leads, cause unknown.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Roman Roads Map Shows Network Was Neither Straight Nor Rome-Centered — Sep 15, 2026THE LEAD FACT: A 2026 Nature Communications study of ~300,000 km of Roman roads finds Rome was not the center; Constantinople was more central overland, and roads bent to terrain.

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Derek Foss Those roads bending around hills and rivers instead of cutting straight through shows the engineers cared more about keeping wagons moving than drawing lines on a map.

Dome Fire in Yosemite grows to 2,391 acres at 15 percent containment — Sep 18, 2026The Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park has grown to roughly 1,977–2,391 acres with containment around 10–15% as crews confront steep terrain and heavy smoke, prompting trail closures near Wawona and Chilnualna Falls and the activation of multiple structure-protection points. About 400–500 personnel, supported by helicopters and air operations, continue full suppression efforts under multi-agency leadership, with authorities noting no immediate threat to communities despite deteriorating air quality from smoke.

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11 Dead, Six Missing in Caucasus Avalanche — Sep 7, 2026An avalanche on Mount Mizhirgi in Kabardino-Balkaria killed at least 11 climbers, with six missing and several injured among a group of 33, as rescuers faced rugged terrain and ongoing avalanche risk. Authorities said weather and terrain hampered operations, but Mi-8 and commercial helicopters would be deployed to reinforce the search once conditions improve and investigators are examining possible negligence.

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Dana Whitfield Helicopters can't fly in a whiteout no matter how urgent the search is. Rescuers are risking their own lives just trying to reach that terrain.

Herc Rentals Guide Weighs Electric, Diesel Scissor Lift Options — Sep 10, 2026The articles emphasize selecting the right scissor lift by understanding the main types—electric, rough terrain, and diesel—and weighing a project’s specifics such as application, overhead clearance, ground conditions, weight, and working height to ensure safety and efficiency. They also note that rough terrain models offer features like 4WD, oscillating axles, deep tread tires, higher ground clearance and tilt sensors to handle slopes, while staying within weight limits is crucial to prevent tipping.