from The Adventure Blog
For active, outdoor enthusiasts, the hydration pack just might be the greatest invention ever. The ability to conveniently carry our water with us no matter where we go or what activity we're doing, has made our ability to play and work outside much easier. Over the years, the hydration pack has evolved to the point where they are now lighter, easier to use, and more ergonomically designed to fit our bodies. They've even become specialized to the point that there are now hydration packs built for specific
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from Climber's Blog
The older I get, the more fragile I become. You can only be young once, but you can be a child all your life. I must still be somewhat of a child, since I allowed my son Thor and daughter-in-law Sarah to talk me into going with them on a mountain bik...
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from The Adventure Blog
We all know that GoPro helmet cams can be a lot of fun, and have provided endless hours of entertaining video over the past couple of years, but this video puts it all into a new perspective. It captures two mountain bikers bombing down a run, and then crashing along the way. I won't give too much away, but there were too moments that made me wince and say "ouch!" out loud. First, when the lead rider crashes, then bounces off a tree, and second when the cameraman runs him over. Both made me hurt just ...
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from The Adventure Blog
The Eighth Parallel is a fantastic short film created by Darcy Turenne, who traveled to Bali and Java in Indonesia to interview a group of young women who are pursuing their passion for adventure sports. Amongst them are rock climbers, mountain bikers, surfers, and more, with each of them expressing what drew them to their particular sport and the obstacles they had to overcome to pursue these activities in a culture that doesn't see many women in that light. The Adventure Journal has an interview with ...
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from Mountains and Water
A recent controversy in Boulder got me thinking about the connection between climbing and the environment. A professional mountain biker, Mike West, was caught by rangers riding an illegal trail down the north side of Flagstaff Mountain. News of this event was published on the day before a major vote on a plan for Boulder's open space, a plan that continued to exclude mountain bikes from the so-called West TSA. This is essential the mountain backdrop to Boulder between Eldorado Springs and Mount Sanitas.
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from The Adventure Blog
GPS devices are a dime a dozen these days. It use to be fairly easy to go into your favorite gear shop and plunk down your hard earned money, and walk out with a handheld device from Garmin or Magellan. Now though, there are a number of other options to choose from, all with a host of features to help you navigate your way through the backcountry. One such option is the Active 10 Trek from Satmap , a company with a strong reputation in Europe, but a bit lesser known here in the States. As you would expect,
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from The Adventure Blog
Ahh... spring time. When the flowers are in bloom, the sun begins to warm the earth, and a young man's heart turns to the open road. We may yet be a few days from the first official day of spring, but where I live it is already starting to get warm. And now that we're back to longer days once again, I find my road bike is frequently calling my name, and the urge to peddle has overcome me once again. Fortunately, I have some stylish new gear to hit the road in this spring thanks to a new line of cycling ...
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from The Alpinist - newswire
Editor's Note: Alpinist previously published a press-release from the Access Fund which can be viewed here . Below is an updated NewsWire on the current situation. The National Park Service has issued a draft policy regarding the use of fixed anchors in wilderness areas. The policy accepts that fixed anchors do not necessarily impair the quality of wilderness, but it calls for each individual park to create a management plan to regulate the creation or repair of fixed anchors through permits or other forms
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from Arc'teryx Latest News
A Race Report from Adam Campbell Like most newcomers to Vancouver, I have always been amazed how the North Shore mountains rise out of the Pacific and form an imposing, yet spectacular wall behind Vancouver's downtown core of glass buildings. The (in)famous trails that scar the slopes of the peaks have gained an international reputation and have redefined what is possible on mountain bikes, with steep, gnarly trails and the mountains have become the playground of many an outdoor athlete across the seasons.
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from Weekend Sherpa - Get outdoors in the Bay Area
Napa wants to get something off its chest. Its not all about the wine. Escape the summer crowds and explore the fruits of Napas wilder side! Take a Stand Stand-up paddleboarding isnt just the latest beach craze. Wine country is also getting in on the action! Part kayaking, part surfing, SUPing is a great way to get out on the water. New to the scene? Napa Valley Adventure Tours offers everything you need to try it out on the Napa River. Their beefy, stable paddleboards (resembling a squashed kayak) are ...
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