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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 9354 )
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Himalaya Fall 2013: French Climbers Evacuated From Annapurna
Last Friday ExWeb broke the news that a team of French climbers had successfully climbed Annapurna along the very difficult South Face. Read more
Posted on 29 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Chrome Merino Cobra Pullover
Each year the outdoor industry invests millions of dollar chasing the Holy Grail of technical fabrics for use in a variety of gear. Read more
Posted on 29 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: One Legged Rock Climber Lives His Dreams
Looking for a dose of inspiration on a Monday? Look no further than the video below, which features rock climber Urko Carmona, who just happened to have lost a... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Movie Review: The Summit
In the summer of 2008 the mountaineering world was shocked at the events that unfolded on K2, the second tallest mountain in the world at 8611 meters (28,251... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
4-Man Team Plans To Row From California To Hawaii Next Summer
A four-man team of rowers is gearing up for an ocean going adventure in the summer of 2014 when they hope to make a crossing of a portion of the Pacific Ocean,... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2013: Scott Expedition Off And Running!
As I mentioned a few times last week, we're on the verge of the start of the 2013 Antarctic expedition season and soon numerous teams will be heading to the... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Escape To Beautiful Australia
Want to take a little virtual getaway? Then check out this great video that was shot entirely in Australia. It does a wonderful job of capturing some of the mor... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2013: Scott Expedition Set To Officially Get Underway
A few days back I posted that the 2013 Antarctic season had officially begun with the first team departing Punta Arenas, Chile for the frozen continent. Read more
Posted on 25 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Himalaya Fall 2013: More Summits On Annapurna!
It seems I've been a little quick to write off the fall climbing season in the Himalaya. The arrival of Cyclone Phailin a couple of weeks back brought copious... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Extreme Unicycling in the Alps
This video is further proof that anything someone can do on a two wheels, someone else will try it on just one. Extreme unicyclists Lutz Eichholz and Stephanie... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Primordial Landscapes of Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons
Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons are two of my favorite places. This video captrues them in their stunning beauty. Seven minutes of pure bliss fro... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: GoPro Captures Riders Acrobatics At The Redbull Rampage
The Redbull Rampage is always a cool event with downhill mountain bikers showing off their skills on a tough course in Utah. This year, second place rider... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
9 Tips On How To Become A Modern Day Explorer By Mikael Strandberg
If anyone knows how to be an explorer in the 21st century it is Mikael Strandberg. His various adventures have taken him on bicycle rides from Chile to Alaska... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
2014 Tour De France Route Revealed!
The route for the 2014 Tour de France was unveiled in Paris yesterday, giving fans an opportunity to catch a glimpse at what we can expect next summer when the... Read more
Posted on 24 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
The Rest of Everest Episode 196: Welcome to K2
If you're a fan of the Rest of Everest video podcast and have been following this season's climb on Broad Peak and K2, the moment you've no doubt been waiting... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Fields - A Short Film About Bouldering
I came across this short film this morning and thought it was well worth sharing. It is an 11-minute documentary about climber Andy White, who suffered a major... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Himalaya Fall 2013: A Few Expeditions Still In The Field
Heavy snow, generally poor weather and a waning climbing season in the Himalaya have brought an end to most of the expeditions this fall. Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Round The World Cyclist Set To Resume Journey
In September of 2011, in a desperate attempt to escape his corporate existence, Rob Lutter left his home in the U.K. to cycle around the world, documenting his... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Tech: Garmin Delivers Yet Another GPS Watch To Consumers
GPS technology company Garmin has released yet another GPS watch for consumers to ponder over. This time it seems less fitness/sports oriented and more aimed... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Dreamlapse HDR
Yet another beautiful timelapse to wrap things up for the day. This one features plenty of sunsets and night shots to keep you mesmerized. It is 11+ minutes in... Read more
Posted on 22 October 2013 OUTDOORS