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The Adventure Blog
http://theadventureblog.blogspot.com/
News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 9354 )
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The Adventure Podcast Episode 3 is Now Available
Just a quick note to let readers and listeners know that the latest edition of The Adventure Podcast is now available for download and to listen to online. Read more
Posted on 18 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
World's Largest Underwater Cave Discovered in Mexico
Scuba divers taking part in an exploratory expedition into the mostly uncharted aquifers under the Yucatan Peninsula have discovered what they believe is the... Read more
Posted on 18 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Records Smashed in 2017 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge
It has been a race for the record books in the 2017 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge where several speed marks have now fallen by the wayside. Read more
Posted on 18 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: How to Replace the Shock Cord in Your Tent Pole
REI"s ongoing video series with tips and tricks for maintaining our gear has provided a lot of useful information over the past few weeks, but today's clip may... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Night Trek 270 Tactical Shoe Lights Review
As a frequent runner, I look forward to putting in some miles on an almost daily basis, rain or shine; hot or cold. But, if there is one thing I don't like,... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: 130 Years of National Geographic Covers in Under 2 Minutes
Many of us who have a thirst for outdoor adventure and exploration can trace the origins of that curiosity back to National Geographic magazine, which has been... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Nat Geo Gives Us the 15 Skills Every Adventurer Needs
Have you ever thought about all of the skills that an explorer or adventurer needs in order to survive on a challenging expedition? If so, then I have just the... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2018: Camp 2 on Everest, Stalled Out on K2
The major mountaineering expeditions that we're following this winter seem to have updates on an almost daily basis at the moment. Read more
Posted on 17 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
More Travel Destinations for 2018
With the start of the new year, many of us are looking ahead at 2018 to decide where we want to go and what we want to do. After all, its a long 12 months... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: Whack Jobs - The Story of Winter Fat Biking in Michigan
This great video comes our way courtesy of our friends over at Gear Junkie. It takes us up to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan where we meet a group of "whack... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
French Explorer Sets Sights on Northwest Passage
Last week I shared a story about an adventurous family that will sail the Northwest Passage this summer, but unsurprisingly they won't be alone up there in the... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2017: The End is in Sight for More Antarctic Teams
The Antarctic expedition season is nearing its end with just a few short weeks to go until the frozen continent is shut off to the outside world once again. Read more
Posted on 16 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: How to Waterproof Your Tent
More maintenance and repair tips courtesy of REI today, this time with a focus back on taking care of our tents. The video below offers advice on how to best... Read more
Posted on 16 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: Skiing the High Points of the American West
This beautiful short film takes us on a quest with skier Drew Petersen, who set out to ski the highest peaks in all 11 of the states that make up the Western... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Disabled Climber Delays Attempt on Everest in Wake of Nepal Climbing Ban
This past fall I shared the inspiring story of Hari Budha Magar, a former Ghurka soldier who lost both of his legs in combat in Afghanistan. Read more
Posted on 15 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: How to Clean a Climbing Rope
Today's "how to" video from REI is a short and simple one, but a good reminder none the less. It shows us how to clean a clean a climbing rope to keep it... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2018: Teams Reach Camp 1 on Everest and K2
Despite the fact that the winter climbing season is really just getting underway in the Himalaya and Karakoram, good progress is already being made by the... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
The New York Times Presents 52 Places to Go in 2018
If you're still thinking about your travel plans for 2018, why not let the "paper of record" help out? The New York Times has created a list of 52 places to go... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
Video: How to Patch a Bike Tube
Today's "how to" video from REI is aimed at the cyclists and mountain bikers amongst us. It shows us how to quickly and easily patch a bike tube, which is... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2018 OUTDOORS -
American Alpine Club Announces 2018 Climbing Award Winners
Yesterday the American Alpine Club announced the winners of its 2018 Climbing Awards, and as you might expect, there are some well known names on the list. Read more
Posted on 12 January 2018 OUTDOORS
