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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
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Reminder: Win A Nikon CoolPix AW100 Ruggedized Digital Camera
I know I mentioned this earlier in the week, but I wanted to post one more reminder that we're giving away a Nikon CoolPix AW100 digital camera over at... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climb Update: Details From K2
It continues to be along, challenging week in the Karakoram for the teams tackling 8000 meter peaks there. The weather has only improved marginally, but it has... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
10 Great Adventure Races For 2012 From Nat Geo Adventure
Endurance athletes and adventure racers who are still considering where they'd like to compete this year will love the latest top ten list from National... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Climbing Gasherbrum I In Winter
So what's it like to climb an 8000 meter peak in winter? The video below will definitely provide some insights. This was released a few days back by the Polish... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Running Across Death Valley To Inspire Others
On March 24th of this year, runner Ryan Mills will set out to run the length of Death Valley National Park. The course he has chosen wanders north-to-south and... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: A Week In Montana
Montana is one of my favorite places on Earth and the video below will tell you exactly why. It is a spectacular outdoor playground all year round, and just as... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
2012 Yukon Quest Underway
One of my favorite events to follow each year is the Iditarod sled dog race, which will begin on the 3rd of March. One of the best precursors to that event is... Read more
Posted on 08 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
X-Prize Encourages Exploration In New Contest
The X-Prize Foundation knows the importance of pushing our boundaries and seeking answers to important problems. After all, this is an organization that believe... Read more
Posted on 07 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Redbull Supernatural Snowboard Competition
This past weekend a new snowboard competition kicked off in British Columbia, where 18 of the best riders in the world hit a custom built run that resembled... Read more
Posted on 07 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Reinhold Messner At Winter OR 2012
Do you have 22 minutes to spare? Want to hear the greatest mountaineer of all time share his thoughts on the Cerro Torre controversy, mixing adventure and... Read more
Posted on 07 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climb Update: Summit Push Stalled On Nanga Parbat
While all the teams in the Karakoram deal with the news of the death of Vitaly Gorelik on K2, and the subsequent end to that expedition, most are continuing to... Read more
Posted on 07 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2011: Dixie and Sam Are Heading Home, Antarctic Season Nearly Over
Last week we watched as the last ALE flight picked up Antarctic explorers from Union Glacier, leaving just one team out on the ice. Read more
Posted on 07 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Cycling: Alberto Contador Receives Two-Year Ban
The long, strange, doping case for Tour and Giro champ Alberto Contador may finally be nearing an end. Earlier today, the Spaniard received a two-year ban... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2012 OUTDOORS, SPORTS -
Winter Climb Update: Tragedy On K2 Ends Expedition
One of the boldest and most challenge climbing expeditions in recent memory has come to a tragic end. The Russian on K2 have lost one of their teammates, and... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
New Ocean Rowing Race Announced
Have you ever wanted to row across an ocean? If so, then I have good news for you, as there is a new ocean rowing race on the way in June of 2014. Read more
Posted on 06 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: In The Ice Lab With Xavier De Le Rue
I love these snowboarding videos that feature Xavier de Le Rue running what looks to be an impossible line down a mountain. In the one below, which is the secon... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Antarctic Gear: What Do You Need For A Trip To The South Pole
Ever wondered what kind of gear you need to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole? If so, you'll probably really enjoy this blog post from Mark Wood from... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
2012 Untamed New England Adventure Race Sold Out!
It may still be early into 2012, but clearly adventure racing teams are already gearing up for another great year of competition. Read more
Posted on 03 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Climbing Nanda Devi East
Located in a remote area of India, Nanda Devi is considered one of the most beautiful and challenging mountains in the world. Its companion, Nanda Devi East,... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Return Of The Sun To Greenland
I caught this video this morning over at the Adventure Journal and thought that it was well worth sharing here as well. Anyone who is still denying that our... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2012 OUTDOORS