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• Karakoram Summer 2019: Summit on Nanga Parbat, More to Follow?

  Yesterday we reported that a unified team of climbers was making a summit push on Nanga Parbat with the hopes of taking advantage of a narrow weather window.... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: What’s It Like to Stand in Line on Everest?

  This past spring, the world was shocked to see the long line of climbers waiting for their turn to go up to the summit of Everest. What's it like to stand in... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: Solo Backpacking Yosemite’s Half Dome

  Of all of the epic hikes that are available in Yosemite National Park, Half Dome has to be the most iconic. Not only does it provide stunning scenery along the... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Eddie Bauer BC Uplift Rain Jacket Review

  A lightweight rain jacket that performs extremely well, breathes nicely, and doesn't take up much room in your pack is one of the Holy Grails of outdoor gear.... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• 50 Years After First Moon Landing, Space Race About to Heat Up Again

  In a few weeks we'll be celebrating what is perhaps the greatest adventure that man has ever undertaken. July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the first... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Karakoram Summer 2019: Summit Push Already Underway on Nanga Parbat

  The summer 2019 climbing season in Pakistan has barely started and we already have a summit push underway on Nanga Parbat. Despite the fact that conditions... Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: An Expedition to Ama Dablam

  Ama Dablam is one of the most stunningly beautiful mountains you could ever hope to see, and yet because it sits in the shadow of Mt. Everest, and falls below... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: Who Won the 2019 Red Bull X-Alps?

  Over the past couple of weeks one the most unique adventure races in the world took place across Europe. Starting in Salzburg and continuing on to Monaco, the... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Hoka One One Clifton 6 Running Shoes Review

  Over the past few years, Hoka One One has built itself a loyal following by going in the opposite direction of most other running shoe companies. While the... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Jim Walmsley Sets New Course Record at 2019 Western States 100

  This past weekend the Western States 100 ultramarathon took place in California, where the athletes put on an impressive show of speed and endurance. The... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Karakoram Summer 2019: Weather Improves on K2

  Last week when we checked in on the teams heading to the Karakoram this summer there was a lot of discussion about how poor the weather has been so far. In fact... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Landscapes of Patagonia in 8K

  News Flash: Patagonia is a pretty special place. I know that won't come as a huge surprise to most of you, but just in case you're looking for a reminder -- or... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Expedition India Adventure Race Looks Spectacular

  This past March, the Adventure Racing World Series held its first event in India with the launch of the Expedition India race. By all accounts, it was a highly... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Quickies: Red Bull X-Alps Results, 2000km New Zealand Cycling...

  Each week there are far too many adventure stories, travel deals, and gear news items to possibly share in my regular posts. In an effort to share a few of the... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Men’s Journal Picks the Toughest Rock Climbing Routes in the World

  Attempting to rank the toughest climbing routes in the world is no easy task. After all, there are literally hundreds of thousands to choose from, and the... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Karakoram Summer 2019: Bad Weather Hampers Climbers in the Early Going

  The summer 2019 Karakoram climbing season in Pakistan is now under way and the first teams are either getting settled in Base Camp on their respective... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: How an Arbitrary Border Shaped a Continent

  In 1947 a British official drew a line on the map, creating the two countries of India and Pakistan. Since then, that border has become one of the most... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Travel: Taking Part in a Mayan Temazcal Ceremony

  A few days back I shared a story of my recent visit to the Riviera Maya region of Mexico, where I had the chance to climb an ancient pyramid and go swimming in... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• GearJunkie Picks the Best Camping and Backpacking Tents of 2019

  With summer now officially here, more than a few of us are probably well into the camping and backpacking season. If you happen to be looking for a new tent to... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2019 OUTDOORS

• Another Climber Accused of Faking Everest Summit

  Hot on the heels of the story that three Indian climbers made false summit claims on Mt. Everest this spring, we now have another story of a climber who may hav... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2019 OUTDOORS