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• North Pole Return Adventure Update: Still Heading South

  

  It has been over a month since I posted an update on the progress of Audun Tholfsen and Timo Palo, the two Norwegian explorers who were dropped off at the... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Take A Ride Of A Lifetime On A Schwinn

  While we're on the topic of bike rides today, here's a story for those of us who won't be riding the Tour Divide, even if we'd really like to. Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• 7 Rivers, 7 Continents Project Update

  

  It has been a long time since I mentioned the 7 Rivers 7 Continents Project. In fact, I haven't mentioned it much since it was first announced back in August... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Journal Lists The Deadliest Mountains On Earth

  

  The Adventure Journal has published an interesting little top ten list today, giving us their picks for the ten deadliest mountains. Their selections range... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Outside Announces Finalists For Adventure Grant

  

  In celebration for its 35th anniversary, Outside magazine is giving away a $10,000 adventure grant to help fund what it calls a "smart, creative, and (perhaps)... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Another Expedition Prepares Search For Amelia Earhart

  

  The disappearance of Amelia Earhart is one of the most enduring mysteries of the 20th Century. The pioneering aviator went missing somewhere over the Pacific... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2012 HISTORY, OUTDOORS

• Video: Why Space Exploration Is Needed

  In the video below we once again find astronomer Neil deGrasse Tyson arguing the importance of exploration and space travel for the entire human race. Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Debunking The Myths About Everest

  

  As I mentioned in my Everest wrap-up post yesterday, the season may be over but the analysis and speculation continues, particularly in the mainstream press... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Old Man River Project - Chapter 8

  The Old Man River Project continues this week with another wonderful video from this expedition along the length of the Mississippi River. Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Osprey Zealot 16

  

  Backpacks are a lot like tools. You definitely want the right one for job at hand. It use to be that you would simply buy a pack or two in the sizes that you... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• ExWeb Lists 2012 Pakistan Climbing Expeditions

  

  The Everest season is barely over and it is already time to look forward to Pakistan and the upcoming climbs in the Karakoram. Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2012 OUTDOORS

• Everest 2012: That's A Wrap!

  

  Another season has come and gone on Everest and of course it is time for reflection and analysis of everything that happened on the mountain this spring. As... Read more

  Posted on 31 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Keen Turia Shoes

  

  One of my all time favorite pairs of shoes are a classic pair of sandals from Keen. I love them because they are comfortable, durable and versatile. Read more

  Posted on 31 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Skiing Shisha Pangma

  Standing 8013 meters (26,289 ft) in height, Shisha Pangma is the 14th highest mountain in the world. In 2010, a group of four mountaineers that included Mark... Read more

  Posted on 31 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• NOLS Plans Important 2013 Denali Expedition

  

  As I mentioned in my earlier piece on Everest, now that the spring Himalaya season has wrapped up, its time to turn our attention to Denali, where there have... Read more

  Posted on 31 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Poland Trek Update: Taming Poland's Highest Mountain and Longest River

  

  At the beginning of May I posted a story about Belgian adventurer Louis-Philippe Loncke setting out on his latest project the Poland Trek expedition. The plan... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Expedition 1000: Bikecar Journey Done!

  

  While we're checking in with some recent adventures today, I thought I'd post an update on Dave Cornthwaite's Expedition 1000 project. Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Book Review: Cycling Sojourner: A Guide to the Best Multi-Day Tours in Oregon

  

  Sandwiched neatly between California and Washington, Oregon is a beautifully scenic state filled with spectacular mountains, lush forests and seemingly endless... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Everest 2012: Speed Climb Update!

  

  Yesterday I mentioned that there appeared to be just one climber left on Everest and that it was Patricio Tisalema who was attempting to set a new speed record... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2012 OUTDOORS

• Video: Shattered

  Adventure Journal posted this excellent video earlier today and I thought it was definitely worth sharing here as well. The short film was made by Tyler... Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2012 OUTDOORS