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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: Taking the Tour De France Off Road
There is no question that the riders in the Tour de France are amongst the best cyclists in the world. Still, even those guys would be hesitant to attempt some... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: Kayaking a Newly Discovered Canyon in Alaska
Thanks to the quick retreat of the Logan Glacier in Alaska, a new canyon along the Chitina River has been uncovered. Recently, pro kayaker Todd Wells and a... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Solar Impulse Completes Round-The-World Flight
Solar Impulse, the innovative aircraft powered only by the rays of the sun, completed its historic flight yesterday by landing back in Abu Dhabi, the city from... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Karakoram 2016: Summits on Nanga Parbat, It's Over on K2
More news from Pakistan today, where we learn that teams are continuing to make summit pushes on several mountains, while operations have indeed come to an end... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Sir Ranulph Fiennes Attempting New Adventure Record
Famed British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes is about to embark on yet another mission. This time the many who has been called "the greatest living explorer" hope... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Chris Froome Wins 2016 Tour De France
Since I was out of the country for the past few weeks, I wasn't able to follow this year's Tour de France as closely as I would normally like. Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: More Than Just Parks - Grand Tetons in 8K
Will and Jim Pattiz, the two brothers behind the More Than Just Parks series of videos, continue their run of excellent short films on America's National Parks... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: Inside the 2016 Tour De France (Stages 1-7)
Last year, many of the bikes used in the Tour de France were equipped with action cameras from GoPro for the very first time. These tiny cameras captured some... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
New Climbing Rules for Everest?
Another story that broke while I was away is the news that Nepal is once again looking to set new rules to govern climbers attempting Everest and other major... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Karakoram 2016: Avalanche Ends Season on K2, Summit Pushes Begin Elsewhere
I'm back from the wilds of Mongolia and am catching up on all the news from the world of outdoor adventure that took place while I was away. Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
On the Road Again - Mongolia Bound
My time at home is about to come to an end again as my busy travel schedule continues. This time, I'm heading out to Mongolia with my friends from Tusker Trail. Read more
Posted on 25 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: Why We Love the Tour De France
It is tough to explain exactly why I – and other cycling fans – love the Tour de France to someone who has no interest. But this video, from Specialized Bikes,... Read more
Posted on 01 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Vivitar Air Defender X Camera Drone
If you're like me, you've probably been intrigued with the potential of drones over the past few years, but put off by the steep price of entry to buying one. Read more
Posted on 01 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
The 2016 Tour De France Begins Tomorrow!
July is here, and that can mean only one thing for cycling fans – the 2016 Tour de France can't be far off. In fact, the most famous and popular bike race int h... Read more
Posted on 01 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Karakoram 2016: Climbers in C2 on K2, Sherpa's Record Bid Denied by Pakistani...
It is early in the summer climbing season in the Karakoram, but already the teams are on the move as they look to take advantage of good weather in the region. Read more
Posted on 01 July 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: Morocco - Gateway to Africa
With this video we travel to Morocco to get a good look at the people, culture, history, and landscapes that exist there. Located in North Africa, the country... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: Walmart Mountain Bike Tested on a Real Trail
Those of us who ride bikes regularly tend to be a bit snobby about the brands we ride. After all, we want a bike that can stand up to our demands. Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 OUTDOORS -
Video: GoPro's Best Bike Line Contest Returns
Last year, GoPro and Pinkbike got together to sponsor a contest in which cyclists and mountain bikers were invited to film and submit their best line. Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 OUTDOORS -
Cold War Politics at the North Pole
If you read this blog regularly, you probably saw my coverage of the North Pole exploration season this past spring. While there were no full-distance... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 OUTDOORS -
Karakoram Summer 2016: The Arduous Task of Climbing K2 Begins
The summer climbing season is Pakistan is now officially underway. Most of the teams have now arrived in their respective Base Camps, with some already... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2016 OUTDOORS
