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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
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Video: For the Love of Mud
Cyclo-cross is a sport that pits cyclists against one another on a course that combines trail both trails and pavement, and often combines steep hills, technica... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Mountain Dreams
This beautiful video follows filmmaker/climber Ted McCrea as he recovers from frostbite that he suffered while climbing in Alaska last April. Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Pakistan 2014: Unrest Creates Uncertainty
The summer climbing season in Pakistan has been somewhat slow to develop so far this year. A few teams have been making their way to their Base Camps, and have... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Life in the Sky - A Tribute to Wingsuiter Brian Drake
In April of this year, wingsuiter Brian Drake died in a tragic accident. He was an experienced pilot who shot many of the great videos featuring fellow... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Kayaker Begins Northwest Passage Paddle
Summer in the Northern Hemisphere brings new opportunities for adventure, and over the past few years, that has included the opening of the Northwest Passage... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Finding Freedom
Earlier today I shared Outside magazine's 2014 Bucket List, which had all kinds of great suggestions for us on seeking new adventures for this year, and beyond. Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: TravelSmith Travel Tips #26 - Beware of Thieves You Can't See - Avoiding...
It is Wednesday once again, which means its time for another travel tip courtesy of TravelSmith and Richard Bangs. Last week, Richard gave us advice for... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Tech: A Rugged New Windows Tablet to Take into the Field
Lets face it, our adventures take us to some pretty remote, and rugged places sometimes, and our favorite gadgets aren't always up to the task. Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Loewpro Toploader Zoom 55AW Camera Bag
I know that like me, many of you love to take photos of the places you visit on your various adventures. Whether that is snapping shots from the trail with... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Outside Magazine Announces 2014 Adventure Bucket List
Still looking for a big adventure for this year? Want to escape the day-to-day grind of life to visit some remote, and exotic, location? If so, then Outside... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Rest of Everest - Bhutan 2014 Aerials Teaser
When Jon Miller, the producer of the Rest of Everest video podcast, took his Himalayan Workshops to Bhutan this spring, he carried a Phantom drone with him. Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Fire and Ice in Patagonia
We all know that Patagonia is a stunning destination in terms of beauty. It also happens to be one of the top adventure travel destinations in the world as well... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Follow Your Fears - BASE Jumping From A Motorcycle
This short documentary, just six-and-a-half minutes in length, follows professional motocross rider Brad O'Neal as he chases his dream of jumping a motorcycle s... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Local Guides Now Required for Trekking in Nepal
It has been a turbulent year for tourism in Nepal. Following the tragic avalanche that claimed the lives of 16 Sherpas on Mt. Everest, the country has been... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Adventurer Planning Back-to-Back Human-Powered Circumnavigation Attempt of the...
We've seen some impressive attempts to circumnavigate the globe in the past, but this one just might top them all. South African adventurer Angelo Wilkie-Page... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: First Descent of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis
We've seen some impressive first descents of waterfalls over the past couple of years, but the video below captures one of the more unique ones. It features a... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Climbing and Jumping the Tombstone with Steph Davis
Steph Davis is a great rock climber who became a BASE jumping fantastic. She puts both skills to the test in this video, in which she first climbs, then leaps... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Julbo Launches Digital Magazine for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Julbo is a company that makes excellent eyewear for the active outdoor crowd. In fact, if you have a favorite outdoor activity, chances are they make a pair of... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Numerous Ocean Rowers Rescued From Great Pacific Rowing Race
The inaugural Great Pacific Rowing Race is off to an auspicious start. After being delayed due to weather, teams finally hit the water last Wednesday, only to... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: AKU Superalp GTX Boots
For 30 years, AKU has been making great boots for hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering. Their legacy began in the Italian Alps, where the company had its... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 OUTDOORS