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• Ultrarunner Jim Walmsley Sets New 50-Mile Speed Record

  Over the weekend ultra runner Jim Walmsley threw down an impressive new record for running 50 miles (80 km) while taking part in a 100 km event held in... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2019: High Winds Block Everest Summit for Now

  Late last week Cyclone Fani made landfall in India, bringing untold destruction along with it. While that country begins the rebuilding process, the remnants... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Blog Kilimanjaro Climb Update!

  A few weeks back I floated the idea of organizing a Kilimanjaro climb by writing a post to inquire if anyone would be interested in such a venture. At the same... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: Bikepacking Through Jordan

  Adventurer Tristan Ridley is on a quest to ride his bike around the world. But unlike many riders who have undertaken that journey, he isn't circumnavigating th... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Quickies: 1200-Mile Bike Route Opens in Arkansas and Much More

  Each Friday I share a round-up of some of the top stories from the world of exploration, adventure travel, and gear that I simply didn't have the time or space... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Fedor Konyukhov Nears the Coast of South America

  Russian adventurer Fedor Konyukhov is nearing the end of the first stage of his attempt to row around the world via the Southern Ocean. Still, even as he draws... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2019: All Eyes on the Sky Heading into the Weekend

  As we head into the weekend the big news from Mt. Everest and the other major Himalayan peaks is the potential for a major storm to drop large amounts of snow... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: This Boat is Made Entirely From Plastic Waste

  Across the globe countries and communities are struggling with how to recycle and reuse all of the plastic waste that we as a species are generating. In Kenya, ... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Annapurna Climber Wui Kin Chin Passes Away in Singapore

  There is extremely sad news to report from Singapore today where it was announced that mountaineer Wui Kin Chin has passed away. His death was the result of... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Popular Mechanics Names the Best New Tents of 2019

  With spring now fully in bloom here in the Northern Hemisphere I'm sure more than a few of you are getting ready to head out on that first camping or backpackin... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2019: Teams on the Move and Survey Expedition Finds Itself in Ho...

  Climbing in the Himalaya is often a series of stops and starts. The teams arrive in Base Camp on their respective mountains only to have to wait for lines to... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Lifer – Legacy, History, and Climbing the Gunks

  Thoughtful and poignant, this video from Black Diamond connects two generations as current climber Sam Elias meets with legendary climber Russ Clune to discuss... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: How to Buy a Mountain Bike (Humorous Edition!)

  Last week I shared a video that provided plenty of great tips on how to buy your first mountain bike. This is not that video. Instead, this clip attempts to... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• The Adventure Podcast Episode 60: Training for the Uphill Athlete with Scott...

  On this week's episode of The Adventure Podcast we welcome two fantastic guests in the form of Scott Johnston and Steve House who join us to discuss their new... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Global Rescue Weighs in on Annapurna Rescue Controversy

  If you've been following the Himalaya climbing season closely this year you probably already know that there was a dramatic rescue of a climber who went... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2019: Sherpa Climber Perishes on Cho Oyu, Summits on Pumori

  While most of the teams are now resting in Base Camp on Everest, a few are still heading up to Camp 2 to acclimatize or shuttle gear up the hill. The second... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: Take a Helicopter Tour of Mt. Everest

  Trekking to Everest Base Camp is of course a major bucket-list event for many adventure travelers, and rightfully so. Walking amongst the Himalayan giants is a... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2019 OUTDOORS

• Video: Exploring Montana’s Crazy Mountains by Snowboard

  Montana's Crazy Mountains may not be the best known range in the American West, but they have a lot to offer the adventurous outdoor athlete who is willing to... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2019 OUTDOORS

• The Yeti LoadOut GoBox Keeps Your Gear Safe in the Toughest Environments

  

  With each passing year the outdoor industry seems to push the boundaries when it comes to creating new gear. No only do the products we use in our outdoor... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2019 OUTDOORS

• Another Climber is Attempting a Record Number of 8000-Meter Peaks in 2019

  The 2019 spring Himalayan climbing season is well underway and if you've been reading my regular updates here on The Adventure Blog you've probably seen the nam... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2019 OUTDOORS