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• The Adventure Podcast Episode 9: The Logistics of Skiing to the North and South...

  

  The latest episode of The Adventure Podcast is now live and available to download in all of the usual places, including iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher. Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: 10 Nights Under the Northern Lights

  One of the highlights of my recent trip to Arctic Europe was getting the chance to see the Northern Lights in the sky overhead. Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Racing Through Distant Mountains in China with Altra Running

  

  This video is the first in a new series from my friends at Altra Running. It takes us to China where we join Altra Ambassadors Jason Schlarb and Meredith Edward... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Aircraft Carrier Sunk in WWII Discovered 76 Yers Later in the Coral Sea

  

  The U.S.S. Lexington, an aircraft carrier that was sunk during the crucial Battle of the Coral sea back in 1942 has been found by a research team funded by... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Iditarod 2018: Mitch Seavey Wins Spirit of Alaska Award as First into McGrath

  

  The 2018 Iditarod is proceeding at a brisk pace. With good trail conditions and plenty of snow, the dogs are able to travel at good speeds, making this a fast... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Nepal Supreme Court Overturns Rules Banning Disabled Climbers

  

  Well that didn't take long. Yesterday I posted a story about a legal brief that was filed with the Supreme Court in Nepal asking to overturn new regulations tha... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Ultralight Backpacking with Osprey's New Levity/Lumina Packs

  

  Recently, Osprey launched its first foray into the truly ultralight realm with the introduction of the Levity and Lumina backpacks. These bags are extremely... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• National Geographic Announces 2018 Adventurers of the Year

  

  While I was away exploring Arctic Europe last week, National Geographic announced its list of the 2018 Adventurers of the Year. Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: How Snowshoes Are Made

  

  Here's a fascinating short video for the gear nerds amongst us. It takes us to the MSR manufacturing center in Seattle, Washington where we learn how the compan... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Nepal's Everest Ban for Double Amputees Challenged in Supreme Court

  

  Remember all of the new regulations that Nepal put in place a few months back? The provisions included good things like ensuring Sherpas get their summit... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Backpacker Offers the Ultimate Packing List for the Pacific Crest Trail

  

  Thinking about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail at some point? Before going, you'll want to have a look at the latest article from Backpacker magazine. Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Dawn Wall Trailer

  

  In early 2015, Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson captured the imagination not only of the climbing world, but mainstream audiences as well, as they made the... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Last Wild Place on Earth

  

  In 1968, a group of four friends that includes the likes of North Face founder Doug Tompkins and Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard traveled to southern Chile on... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: MSR Windburner Stove System Combo Review

  

  A few months back I reviewed the new MSR PocketRocket 2 camp stove, lauding it for its lightweight and efficiency. I was impressed with how such a tiny stove... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• 2018 Iditarod Underway in Alaska Amidst Controversy and Uncertainty

  

  One of my favorite events of the year is now underway in Alaska. The 2018 Iditarod sled dog race began over the weekend, with top mushers setting out on a... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• Winter Climbs 2018: Everest and K2 Winter Expeditions Come to an End

  

  While I was away last week there were massive developments in the two major climbing expeditions that we've been following closely this winter, with one coming... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2018 OUTDOORS

• On the Road Again: Heading to Arctic Europe

  

  This week has been a strange one here at The Adventure Blog. I spent the first part it with an unexpected trip to visit family and the second part playing... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: How to Ski Steeps by REI

  

  Our friends from REI are back today with another "How to" video. This time out, they share some tips on how to effectively and efficiently ski steep slopes. Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2018 OUTDOORS

• Winter Climbs 2018: Summit Bid Begins on Everest

  

  The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived on Everest. After months of planning and weeks of preparation on the mountain, Alex Txikon, Muhammad... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2018 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: TheraGun G2Pro Review

  

  As a runner who puts in quite a few miles each week, and mixes in both road and mountain biking on a regular basis, it is safe to say that my legs sometimes tak... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2018 OUTDOORS