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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
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Video: Beautiful Short Film Invites Us To 'Find Our Line'
The title of this video is Revelation, a Visual Poem and I can't think of a better way to describe it. The words of the original piece of prose that is... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2013: Resting On Denali And Broad Peak
We have a few brief updates today from the ongoing winter climbs that are taking place in Alaska and Pakistan. After what seems like a slow start, the climbers... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Making Tommy - How Tommy Caldwell Became One Of The Best Rock Climbers...
There is no question that Tommy Caldwell is amongst the best rock climbers in the world. This great short film talks about how he evolved into such a great... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Aussie 8: Climbing 8 Peaks, In 8 States, In 10 Days!
Australia isn't exactly known for its massive peaks, after all, the highest mountain on the continent is Kosciuszko, which tops out at a mere 2228 meters (7309... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Twin Otter Aircraft Goes Missing In The Antarctic
A transport plane has gone missing in the Antarctic with three crew members onboard. The aircraft, which is operated by Kenn Borek Air, went down at around 10 P... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: The North Face Talia Tote
The North Face gear week the Adventure Blog wraps up today with one last review, although this one is a little different from the others I've posted over the... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Portlandia Gets The Gear!
I'm not sure how I missed this when it came out a few months back, but this video, from the television show Portlandia, is a hilarious take on what gear we... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: Who Welcomes The Skiers At The Pole?
Over the past few months we've diligently followed a number of skiers who have traveled hundreds of miles to reach the South Pole. Read more
Posted on 23 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: People Are Awesome 2013! More Awesomeness!
Last week I posted a video that featured a series of clips from last year that proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that people are awesome. Read more
Posted on 23 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013 Preview From The Gear Junkie
The Outdoor Retailer Winter Market gets underway today in Salt Lake City, unveiling all of the new gear that will hit store shelves later this year. Read more
Posted on 23 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: The North Face Radish Mid-Layer Jacket
The North Face week continues here on the Adventure Blog with a new gear review today. On Monday, I shared my thoughts on the company's Runners Gloves and Pass... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: 138 Skydivers Set New World Record
What does it look like when 138 skydivers take the plunge at the same time? Our friends over at GoPro found out, then released the video for the rest of us to... Read more
Posted on 22 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2013: Slow Progress For Everyone
Over the past few days it has been slow going on nearly every major winter climb. That is to be expected at this time of the year of course, as patience is... Read more
Posted on 22 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: Aaron Arrives At The Pole!
After 80 very long days, Aaron Linsdau has reached the South Pole at last. As expected, he reached the 90ºS point yesterday after another trying day out on the... Read more
Posted on 22 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: The North Face Flashdry Baselayer Crew Neck Top
This is North Face gear week here at the Adventure Blog as I share my thoughts on a number of great products that the company has sent my way recently. Read more
Posted on 22 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Death Valley In Timelapse
In the mood to have your place in the universe defined? Then have a look at the latest timelapse video that comes our way courtesy of Sunchaser Pictures. Read more
Posted on 21 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Op-Ed: The Power of Adventure to Educate
If you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you've probably seen some of my posts on the impossible2Possible organization and the ways they use... Read more
Posted on 21 January 2013 OUTDOORS, TRAVEL -
Explorer Mikael Strandberg Announces Expedition Extreme Cold
In writing this little blog of mine I've been privileged enough to make the acquaintance of a number of amazing men and women who do some incredible things. Read more
Posted on 21 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: Closing In And Wrapping Up
It was another productive and challenging weekend in the Antarctic where skiers and climbers are both working hard to wrap up their expeditions before the seaso... Read more
Posted on 21 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: North Face Runners Glove And Beanie
A few weeks back I received an excellent care package from my friends at The North Face. Inside the box was a sampling of the company's great products for a... Read more
Posted on 21 January 2013 OUTDOORS