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• Himalaya Fall 2016: Japanese Climber Nobukazu Kuriki Heading Back to Everest

  

  We're in a bit of a lull in the mountaineering scene right now. Yes, Kilian Jornet is in Tibet and preparing for his speed record attempt on Everest, but for th... Read more

  Posted on 24 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: Yosemite Ranger Meets the True Owners of the National Parks

  

  As we edge closer to the 100th anniversary celebration of the National Park Service later this week, this video gives us a good reminder about what those parks... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: Mountain Biking Jackson Hole, Wyoming

  

  Jackson Hole, Wyoming is one of the truly great adventure destinations in the American west. Not only does it offer great skiing and snowboarding in the... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Altra Lone Peak 3.0 Hiking Shoes

  

  A couple of weeks back I took a look at the new Altra Superior 2.0 trail running shoes, and found them to be an excellent choice for runners. Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Is the Grand Canyon in Jeopardy?

  

  Yesterday I posted a beautiful video of the Grand Canyon in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service later this week. Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Indian Couple Who Faked Everest Summit Face 10-Year Ban

  

  Remember that Indian couple who were accused of faking their summit of Everest this past spring? It appears that a decision will soon be made on their fate,... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: Remote Iceland as Seen by a Drone

  

  Take a drone's eye view of remote Iceland in this video, which gives us stunning views of the landscapes that are found there. Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Outside Gives Us the Best New Gear for Under $50

  

  The 2016 Summer Outdoor Retailer show may be long over at this point, but there are still things to be said about what we saw there. Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Best of the Grand Canyon

  

  This week, the U.S. National Park Service will celebrate its 100th birthday in grand fashion, with all kinds of special events taking place across the country. Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Fall 2016: Kilian in Trains in Tibet for Everest

  

  We're back on a regular posting schedule for a few weeks after my recent visit to Quebec, and we have news from the Himalaya about Kilian Jornet's speed... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• On the Road Again: Heading Back to Quebec!

  

  Just another quick note to let regular readers know that there will once again be no updates next week. My time back home was brief, and now I'm headed back to... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Belgian Adventurer to Attempt Simpson Desert Crossing in Australia

  

  Belgian adventurer Louis-Philippe Loncke is about to set out on another expedition across Australia's Simpson Desert. Back in 2008, he mad a similar journey... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: In the Land of the Midnight Sun - A Visit to Norway

  Need a bit of an escape as we head into the weekend? You'll find it in this five minute video that takes us into the Nordland region of Norway where we... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: Paragliding Over Rio De Janeiro

  

  With the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in full swing the eyes of the world of turned towards Rio. If you've been watching the events unfold in Brazil, you've no... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Karakoram 2016: Czech Climbers Launch Summit Bid on Gasherbrum I

  

  Earlier in the week we said that the climbing season in the Karakoram was grinding to halt, with most teams now long gone. But, one team remained in the mountai... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: BASE Jumping Through the Clouds in Switzerland

  

  BASE jumping can be a scary enough proposition on its own, but throw in some clouds and it gets even more difficult. That's what skydiver Felix Lorentzen and... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Video: Tusker Trail's Mongolia Trek - Episode 3

  

  Today we have Tusker Trail's third and final video of their Mongolia Trek, bringing a close to the journey. This video is a strong visual companion to the... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Miranda Oakley Sets New Female Speed Record on the Nose in Yosemite

  

  It has been good couple of days for female climbers. Yesterday we had word that Maddie Miller set a new speed record for nabbing all of the high points in the... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Solartab Portable Solar Charger

  

  Now days it is not uncommon to travel into the backcountry with an array of electronic devices. Most of us will take a smartphone and sometimes even a tablet. Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2016 OUTDOORS

• Olympics Add Adventure Sports for 2020

  

  As the 2016 Olympic Games continue to unfold in Rio, there was big news about the 2020 games this week – at least for the outdoor community. Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2016 OUTDOORS