Since last June we’ve been keeping a close eye on the progress of long-distance swimmer Ben Lacomte as he attempts to become the first person to swim across the Pacific Ocean. That undertaking has not been an easy one as the Frenchman has had to deal with a number of unexpected challenges ranging from poor…
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Video: Higher Truths –– Skiing, Climbing, and Suffering in the Himalaya
Sometimes you have to suffer for what you love. No more is this evident than when climbing and skiing in the Himalaya, a place that can test a person’s resolve like no other. In this video, we join Cody Townsend and Chris Rubens as they head to the Tibetan Plateau in pursuit of adventure. What…
Video: The First Ascent of Lunag Ri with David Lama
A few weeks back we reported that David Lama had completed the first ascent of Lunag Ri, ending a quest that had spanned three expeditions and several years. After the news broke however, there was very little information about the climb. Now, thanks to this fantastic video, we can join David on that expedition and…
Everest Winter Commercial Expedition Postponed to 2019
Back in October I shared the news that a commercial expedition to Everest during the winter was gearing up for a possible attempt this year with five clients reportedly signed up to have a go at the mountain. At the time, very little was known about the expedition, other than that it was being organized…
Antarctica 2018: O’Brady and Rudd Reach Polar Plateau, Larsen Struggles with Whiteouts
Two of the Antarctic skiers reached major milestones yesterday on their way to the South Pole, while others continue to experience poor conditions and whiteouts in their struggles to make significant progress. In other words, it is business as usual at the bottom of the world, where things are never easy, even when the weather…
Video: The Way North By Mountain Bike
When it comes to mountain bike videos, there aren’t many that are more beautiful than this one. It takes us to Norway with riders Thomas Vanderham and Remi Gauvin to explore some of the breathtaking trails that are found there. It is hard to tell which is better, the outstanding riding or the fantastic scenery,…
Video: Lessons From the Edge – Running the Great Himalayan Trail
Earlier this year, endurance runners Ryan Sandes and Ryno Griesel completed the grueling undertaking of running the entire length of the Great Himalaya Trail. The two men covered more than 1400 km (870 miles) in just 28 days through some of the most rugged and remote terrain imaginable. Now, we’ll get a chance to join…
Backpacker Offers 12 Big Adventures for 2019
We still have most of December –– not to mention the holidays –– to get through before embarking on the new year, but for those of us who like to get a jump on our travel planning, Backpacker magazine is here to help. The editorial staff there has put together a list of 12 big…
Patagonia Donates $10 Million Tax Cut to Environmental Groups
It’s no secret that Patagonia is a company that puts its money where its mouth is when it comes to protecting the environment. The prominent outdoor gear manufacturer has routinely stood up for numerous environmental groups and has been a champion for protecting public lands. Last week, Patagonia demonstrated its commitment to these causes once…
Himalaya Fall 2018: Another Climber Perishes on Ama Dablam
It has been a difficult and challenging end to the 2018 autumn climbing season in Nepal, where another climber has perished on Ama Dablam. A few weeks back we shared the news of the passing of Australian mountaineer Michael Geoffrey Davis who was killed when a falling rock stuck the rope he was descending on, and now…