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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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Video: A Life of Climbing with David Lama
Austrian mountaineer and sport climber David Lama is one of the most talented climbers on the planet. He has shown his ability to tackle challenges on rock, ice... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
American Team Enters Volvo Ocean Race
Later this year, a new edition of the Volvo Ocean Race will kick-off from Alicante, Spain, where several sailing crews will begin a difficult journey to see... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: Reflections on Climbing Everest by Mountaineer Alexander Barber
As we get ready for the start of the spring climbing season on Everest, I thought I would share this video from mountaineer Alexander Barber. Read more
Posted on 29 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
North Pole 2017: Construction of Barneo Ice Camp Nearly Complete
The 2017 Arctic exploration season may have been a bust as far as full-distance expeditions to the North Pole are concerned, but there will still be plenty of... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: The North Face Apex Flex GTX Rain Jacket
If traveling through the Southern Ocean recently taught me anything, its that the weather there can be incredibly unpredictable and can change quickly. Read more
Posted on 29 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: An Expedition to One of the Deepest Caves on Earth
Think cave diving simply involves showing up at the site, putting on your gear, and dropping in? Think again. In this video, we get a glimpse of the logistics... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: Exploring the Atacama Desert by Unicycle
We've seen some unique modes of transportation used in adventurous ways over the years, but riding a unicycle remains one of the most unusual. Read more
Posted on 28 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Goal Zero Venture 70 USB Battery Pack
My recent trip to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia in the Southern Ocean were a perfect testing grounds for new gear. While in those wild and beautiful... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Outside Shares the Best Advice the Magazine Has Ever Given
In 2017, Outside magazine is celebrating its 40th anniversary. To commemorate that event, the adventure mag is posting a series of special articles that look... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Himalaya Spring 2017: A New Season Begins on Everest and Beyond
It is that time of year again. As April inches ever closer, climbers, trekkers, porters, and guides are gathering in Kathmandu to begin their annual pilgrimage... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: Mountain Biking Patagonia
Take a beautiful journey through the wilds of Patagonia in this great video. We'll head out with pro rider Matt Hunter and friends as the explore this incredibl... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Nepal Will Use GPS Tracking to Verify Summit Claims
Another interesting development occurred in Nepal while I was away visiting The Falklands and South Georgia. Just as the spring climbing season inched closer... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: Kayaking Down a Drainage Ditch in a Tandem Kayak
Three years ago I shared a video of kayaker Ben Marr as he paddled down a drainage ditch in British Columbia, setting off a slew of copycats that followed. Read more
Posted on 27 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Winter Attempt on Everest Ends, North Pole Skiers Cancel Expeditions Too
I'm back from my adventure across the Southern Ocean to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, and obviously have a lot to catch up on. Read more
Posted on 27 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: A Profile of Explorer Mike Horn
One of the expeditions we followed closely this past Antarctic season was Mike Horn's attempt to cross traverse the continent solo by kite ski. Read more
Posted on 27 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Heading to the Southern Ocean
I've alluded to it in a couple of posts over the past week or so, but now's the time to announce that I'm heading out on another adventure. Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Video: This Amazing Video of a Viking Voyage is Made Entirely Out of Paper
The title of this post pretty much says it all. This incredible video tells the story of a wild Viking voyage, which is cool enough in and of itself. Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Iditarod 2017: The Race Resumes in Fairbanks Today
Over the weekend, the 2017 Iditarod got underway in Anchorage Alaska, with 74 mushers setting off following the ceremonial start. Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2017: Messner Visits Txikon in Base Camp on Everest
The winter climbing season continues unabated in the Himalaya and elsewhere. The days are now ticking away rapidly, and with just two weeks to go in the... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 OUTDOORS -
North Pole 2017: Still Waiting in Resolute Bay
Just a quick update from Resolute Bay in Canada today. That's where the two teams planning on skiing to the North Pole continue to wait for a good weather windo... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 OUTDOORS
