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• Cyclist Sets World Record In Round The World Race

  

  While we're on the topic of long distance cycling events today, remember back in February when I told you about the World Cycling Race? Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• The Annual Bike Race Across America Is Underway

  

  The annual Race Across America (RAAM) got underway yesterday in San Diego, California, where the first participants hit the road on this epic cycling... Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Swedish Explorer Completes South American Kayak Expedition

  

  Earlier today Swedish explorer Christian Bodegren completed an epic paddling expedition across South America when he reached the beach not far Buenos Aires,... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Alex Honnold Triple Crown Teaser

  Last week rock climber Alex Honnold completed a solo climb of the Yosemite Triple Crown, which consists of Mt. Watkins, El Cap and Half Dome. Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Birdseye View of Machu Picchu

  Machu Picchu is amongst the most visited destinations in the world and for good reason. The site is a spectacular ancient ruin set atop a mountain in Peru with... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• GearI Closet: Icebreaker LS Tech T Lite

  

  It is simply amazing how the gear we carry with us on our adventures can have an impact on our enjoyment of those experiences. Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Karakoram 2012: Climbing and Base Jumping Nameless Tower

  

  The summer climbing season in the Karakoram is just starting to ramp up and we have another major expedition to keep an eye on in the weeks ahead. Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• China Closes Borders To Tibet Again

  

  According to the Telegraph, China has once again closed the borders to Tibet, barring any foreign travelers from visiting the country. The move comes just a... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2012 OUTDOORS, SOCIETY, TRAVEL

• Lost City Discovered In Honduras

  

  A team of of researchers has used advanced technology to locate ancient ruins in the depths of the Honduras jungle. The site, which falls inside the fabled... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Old Man River Project - Chapter 9

  The Old Man River Project web series continues once again this week with the crew approaching their final destination at last. Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Another Pacific Rower Needs Assistance From Japanese Coast Guard

  

  Yesterday I posted an update on Sarah Outen, who was hit by a tropical storm while rowing across the Pacific Ocean. Turns out Sarah isn't the only one hit by... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• North Face Explore Fund Gives Out $125k

  

  Yesterday the North Face announced the recipients of their 2012 Explore Fund, a grant program that has been established with the goal of inspiring and enabling... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Alex Honnold Solos Yosemite's Triple Crown

  

  Remember a few weeks back when I reported that Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell had completed a continuous free-climb of Yosemite's Triple Crown? Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• So About That Record Setting Base Jump

  

  Yesterday I posted a story and video of Russian Base Jumper Valery Rozov, who had reportedly set a new world record for the highest jump ever. Turns out that... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Summits of My Life by Kilian Jornet

  Kilian Jornet is easily amongst the best endurance athletes in the world. He is a prolific ultra-runner and mountaineer who has set speed records on numerous... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Osprey Packs Sponsors Climb Against The Odds

  

  My favorite pack company, Osprey, is sponsoring the 13th annual Climb Against The Odds expedition which will take place June 17-23. Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: World Record Base Jump In The Himalaya

  Base jumper Valery Rozov spent a month in the Indian Himalaya preparing for a climb up the 6543 meter (21,466 ft) Mt. Shivling. It took him six days to... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Pushing The Limits Expedition Begins Today

  

  Back in January I posted a story about Andy Campbell, an inspiring young man from the U.K. who had lost the use of his legs following a climbing accident. Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• London2London Update: Japanese Coast Guard Coming To Sarah's Aid

  

  British adventurer Sarah Outen has run into a bit of trouble on her London2London Expedition. As you might recall, Sarah is attempting to circumnavigate the... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• 2012 Tour Divide Begins Friday

  

  The Tour Divide, one of the toughest mountain bike races on the planet, gets underway on Friday when riders set out from Banff, Canada and begin heading south... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 OUTDOORS