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Detour : Bouldering

No Ropes, no gear, no harness – you’re on your on out here in the wilderness. Bouldering takes standard rock climbing to a whole new level emphasizing strength, power and dynamics. This new spin on rock climbing incorporates movement normally used in gymnastics training and isnt always a simple climb from bottom to top.

Detour : The Escape Artist

Alexanderia the Great, AKA Donna Purnell, is a world-class female escape artist. She caught the escape artist bug at the tender age of 17, and has been defying the laws of physics ever since with her jaw-dropping stunts. Chris Talanian catches up with Alexanderia, and gets challenged to a stunt himself: extricate himself from a rope tie at the bottom of a swimming pool! Don’t try this one at home…

Detour : Don Wildman

In this ‘Detour’, Chris Talanian interviews Don Wildman, host of Off Limits and Mysteries at the Museum, via satellite at the Harvard Museum of Natural Science. Wildman–part historian, part detective, and part badass–explores forgotten and forbidden places, unearthing some of the world’s greatest forgotten treasures.

Detour : Factory Five Racing

Go behind the scenes with Chris Talanian in this week’s “Detour” to see how kit cars are built, from scratch. Factory Five Racing, in the heart of New England, is the industry leader in the gear-headed knowledge of welding, molding and assembling these hot cars. Check out the different models they have to offer and catch glimpse of the second fastest car ever tested by Car and Driver. Just don’t blink

Detour : Parkour

It’s been called a sport, a hobby, and even an art form. In this week’s “Detour,” Chris Talanian learns Parkour: the practice of learning to navigate obstacles and leveraging one’s body through public spaces. Dylan Polin teaches Chris several basic techniques at the New England Sports Academy, one of the only places in the country to learn how to precision jump, long vault, and shoulder roll like a pro.

Detour : The Boston Sailing Center

One of the most popular sailing schools in all of New England, the Boston Sailing Center has been teaching Bostonians the ropes since 1977. Chris Talanian takes to the main sail in a cruise through Boston Harbor on this week’s “Detour.”

Detour : Mountain Biking with Aaron Chase

With nothing but 40 pounds of metal between Chris Talanian and the mountainous terrain, our detour host could be headed for a major wipeout! Luckily Chris made his way to Highland Mountain Bike Park to get all the right tips and tricks from the “Yoda of biking”, Aaron Chase.

Detour : Hang Gliding

Discover what the Wright brothers, Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, and Chris Talanian have in common in this week’s “Detour.” Several attempts at man’s oldest dream mark the beginning of Chris’ personal quest for flight. Tune in as he tests his wings at Morningside Flight Park, soaring over the splendor of the Connecticut River Valley in Charlestown, NH.

Detour : Zookeeper

Can animals really talk? In the latest Kevin James movie, Zookeeper, these lovable creatures break their code of silence to help a human pal fall in love. Shot right here in Boston at the Franklin Park Zoo, Chris Talanian takes a “Detour” for an up-close look at these newfound celebrities. Opening this weekend, check your local listings for show times.

Detour : Wheel Gymnastics

Ever wonder how acrobats pull off their crazy tricks? Chris Talanian hangs around the Center for the Circus Arts and tests his skills of wheel gymnastics. Although he might not be running off to join the circus anytime soon, he learned a few tricks nonetheless.

Detour : Boston Equestrian Center

Kathryn El Jadidi, a trainer at the Boston Equestrian Center, gets Chris Talanian horse-ready and saddled-up in this week’s “Detour.” Geared to the novice rider, Chris learns grooming techniques, tack, and steering and controlling his horse, the handsome Dynamite. Just make sure to wipe off the manure before you get back into the car.

Detour : Sky Zone

Vault into Sky Zone’s Indoor Trampoline Park to learn to dodge, dip, duck, and dive on 10,000 square feet of interconnected trampolines with Chris Talanian & friends at Boston’s first indoor trampoline park. In an extreme game of 3-D dodge ball, learn one of the most innovative ways to stay fit. Sorry, Patches O’Houlihan will not be your new coach.

Detour : Team O’Neil Rally School

Learn some techniques that can be applied to everyday driving such as trail breaking, pendulum turns and accident avoidance in this week’s “Detour.” Put the pedal to the medal with Chris Talanian as spring turns to summer to enjoy a unique outdoor experience at Team O’Neil Rally School.

Detour : Boston Militia

It’s not powder puff and it’s not flag football. In this week’s “Detour” Chris Talanian practices with the fiercely competitive ladies of the Boston Militia, who play tackle football! Head coach Derrick Beasley says, “Don’t let the smile fool you. These ladies are serious athletes.”

Detour : Synchronized Swimming

Strength, endurance, and a dash of elegance and grace is all you need to become a master at synchronized swimming. Join the BU club team, captain, Christina Marmet, and coach, Carolyn Lubenow as they attempt to teach Chris Talanian how to execute a ballet leg with the best of them. Just try and keep your head above water on this week’s “Detour.”

Detour : New England Center for Circus Arts

Hang around, you won’t want to miss Chris Talanian test his elegance and grace on this week’s, “Detour” at the New England Center for Circus Arts. Serenity Smith Forchion teaches him the art of climbing, wrapping, and dropping from 120-inch wide aerial silks. Haven’t you always dreamed of running away and joining the circus?

Detour : TSNY Boston

Away Chris Talanian goes at TSNY Boston, a trapeze school open to those brave enough to face the challenge. What was a merely a curiously-named Frenchman’s cure for boredom in the late 1800s, flying trapeze has become a celebrated sport. Take the plunge from the platform in this week’s “Detour.” You’ll need your safety belt, for sure…

Detour : Flash Mob

Flash mob: a term coined in 2003 to suggest a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, performing unusual or spontaneous acts. Catch Chris Talanian groovin’ to the Black Eyed Peas for a fundraising Flash Mob in this week’s “Detour.”

Detour : Boston Duck Tours

Did you know the frog pond was drained in the 1990’s and used as a roller rink? In honor of spring’s arrival and the official start to Duck Tour season, Chris Talanian gives lucky tourists his version of a history lesson. Travel through Boston’s majestic neighborhoods and learn new tid-bits about our grand city in this week’s “Detour.”

Detour : Dining in the Dark

Take fine dining to the next level as ‘ diners in the dark’ test their senses at the Hampshire House in
Boston. A culinary first for many, this unique dining experience brings a spirit of adventurousness to a
table near you.

Detour : Urban Iditarod

Borrowing the name from the Alaskan dog sled race and replacing the dogs with people and the sleds with shopping carts, the first annual Urban Iditarod came to Beantown. This nonpareil event rolls a costume contest, a talent contest, a bar crawl, and food drive benefiting the Boston Medical Center Food Pantry into one great time for everyone! Will Chris Talanian and his team win first prize? We’re not giving anything away…

Detour : North Andover Flight Academy

Drop in with Chris Talanian, an official student learning to pilot a helicopter at the North Andover Flight Academy. Make sure your seatbelts are fastened at all times and your seat is in the full, upright, and locked position as he learns basic flight controls and straight level turns. “This is going to be a good time!”

Detour : Rye Airfield

Whether or not you’re schooled in the art of the airwalk grab or nollie, drop in on Christ Talanian in this week’s “Detour” as he learns the art of “becoming one with the ramp.” Don’t be a poser, and morph into a skateboarding phenomenon like the pros at Rye Airfield, New England’s premiere indoor skate park.

Detour : SkyVenture

If you don’t want to deal with the added pressure of real-time sky diving, head to New Hampshire’s, renowned SkyVenture Indoor Skydiving. In the air, you fly ‘through’ the sky, indoors, they are moving the sky ‘around’ you. Fly like the birds: no plane, no parachute, no problem.

Detour : Roller Derby

Whip it! with Chris “To-Slay-You Down” Talanian and the roller girls of the Granite State Roller Derby. Learn to block, jam, and ‘T-stop’ on this week’s “Detour.” Rough housing is encouraged.

Detour : Speedskating

If you’re like us and have always dreamt of becoming a professional speed skater, take a ‘Detour’ from your day job and learn the graceful techniques of the Bay State Speedskating Club. Cheer on Chris Talanian as he skates for his dignity against Olympic bronze-medalist, J.P. Kepka.

Detour : Skiing with Summit Ski & Snowboard

In this weekend’s ‘Detour’ Chris Talanian and the gang are skiing the slopes of Wachusett. From ideal snow conditions on Ralph’s Run to the industry’s cutting-edge concepts behind the construction next season’s skis (bamboo, anyone?) – we cover it all. As soon as the snow starts to fly we want you on that mountain! Learn some tricks of the trade from Teddy Shiavoni of Summit Ski & Snowboard in Framingham.

Detour : The New England International Auto Show

The New England International Auto Show is the premier place for all of your driving needs. “Pimp my Ride” may be a thing of the past, but this show is just getting started. Chris Talanian takes you on a high-voltage ‘Detour’ through the greenest cars on the market, and of course, the Audi R8 Spyder.

Detour : The New England Aquarium

This week, ‘Detour’ finds Chris Talanian hobnobbing with 125 different species of fish. The New England Aquarium is a global leader in ocean exploration and Chris takes us into deep blue “sea” to find out what makes Myrtle the Turtle tick.

Detour : Shim Gum Do

‘Detour’ host, Chris Talanian, gets enlightened with the students of Shim Gum Do at the Mind Light Temple in Brighton, MA. From hand-to-hand combat to sword play, Shim Gum Do is a martial art focused on self defense and putting zen into action. Think Chris has what it takes to reach the path of enlightenment? Tune in to find out!

Detour : TaylorMade Performance

Can’t wait for April? Tee it up at TaylorMade Performance lab and learn how to perfect your swing with Chris Talanian in this Detour. Little rusty? That’s par for the course, but with Motion Analysis Technology you can actually review and improve your swing–sounds like a hole in one to us.

Detour: Mushroom Foraging

In this mysterious Detour, Chef Daniel Bruce from the Boston Harbor Hotel brings Chris Talanian on a mushroom foraging adventure!

Detour : Ballroom Dancing

What do Rick Fox and Chris Talanian have in common? This week’s “Detour” has Chris and his grandmother waltzing with the best of them. Learn how to cha-cha-cha your way to a better ballroom dancing career!

Detour : Apple Picking

Just in time for October in New England, Chris Talanian takes a ‘Detour’ to Applecrest Farm Orchards, the oldest apple orchard in New England.

Detour : Off Road Driving

With the icy grip of Winter looming in the distance, now is the time to practice your advanced driving techniques! In this “Detour,” Chris Talanian heads back to school at Team O’Neil Rally School & Car Control Center.

Detour : TRX

What do you get when you combine a Navy Seal with Pilates? A whole lot of scaffolding. TRX is a high-energy core-based workout designed by Navy seals. Trainer PJ O’Clair takes Chris Talanian through one of the most grueling workouts we’ve ever seen in this Detour.

Detour: Green Scooters!

As gas prices continually rise, Scooters are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save some money