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South Island, New Zealand – A Compass, A Track, And A Puzzle Named ‘TWALK’

April, 2025 Soon, on an autumn date in late April when pre-dawn cold is really flexing its devilish charm, a rogue throng will be massing in an otherwise empty carpark. Comprising students to retirees to ultra-running human cannonballs, the mass will form ranks as a free brigade of outdoor frolickers–or terminal optimists–convened at the University of Canterbury to undertake one […]

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Paulie | April 6, 2025
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Adventure, Innovation, and Grit: The Rise of Nivis Gear

The grit of skiing in tough conditions shaped me. Growing up in New England, I learned to navigate poor conditions, icy terrain, bitter cold, and fierce winds. It’s a wet cold entirely different from the dry chill out west. You know what I mean if you’ve skied the frozen hills of West Virginia or braved the winds at Stowe. Skiing […]

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Alex K | February 4, 2025
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[GEAR REVIEW] Packasport Journeyer Rooftop Box: Simply the Best

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When it comes to hauling gear for outdoor adventures, a reliable rooftop cargo box can make all the difference. There are numerous advantages to owning one, the most obvious being the convenience of extra storage. However, they often come with trade-offs, such as clunky designs, limited accessibility, or reduced aerodynamics. Enter Packasport rooftop boxes, which aim to stand out in […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | January 10, 2025
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Reaching For the Top: Phunjo Lama Sets Women’s Record for Fastest Mount Everest Ascent

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A new speed record for the fastest ascent by a woman has been set on Mount Everest. Summiting Mount Everest (29,032 feet) from base camp at 17,598 feet typically takes climbers multiple days to reach, as the magnitude of the climb is so immense, and acclimatization is crucial. However, Phunjo Lama is no stranger to extreme altitude. Lama previously held […]

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Luke Guilford | May 30, 2024
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Epic 4,200-Mile Patagonia to Antarctica Ski Safari Highlights!

We drove 2,200 miles from Bariloche, Argentina to Ushuaia, Argentina in October. We then got on a boat and sailed another 2,000 miles down to Antarctica and back. This was the most epic road trip of my life. We skied in: Esquel, Argentina El Fraile, Chile El Chalten, Argentina Ushuaia, Argentina Deception Island, Antarctica Portal Point, Antarctica Port Lockroy, Antarctica […]

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Miles Clark | December 4, 2023
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Hiking Temple Valley, New Zealand – a Wild Pilgrimage

  Report from October 28, 2023 This one’s a  jump (with two feet) into true New Zealand ‘bush’ trek. Temple Valley has been on the radar for a long-long while, and a weather window arrived as if on special order.   Temple enjoys a bit of a cult-ish following. First off, the valley is set amongst a vast geographic family […]

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Paulie | October 30, 2023
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This Company Blends Together Van Life, Community Living, and Remote Working

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What happens when you combine Van Life, WeWork, and Co-Living into one? The answer is Kift. This new company uses vans as mobile bedrooms combined with a network of beautiful community houses. The houses are used for co-working, cooking, and connecting with other like-minded individuals. The idea is to reach economies of scale for a group of people who desire […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | July 22, 2022
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Snowboarders on the Rise: Team Gilson’s Ire Flanagan Has Ridden 113 Different Mountains

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Irelyn Flanagan, or Ire, is a big mountain snowboarder who rides for Team Gilson. She has been riding for upwards of 15 years and has ridden at 113 different ski areas. Born and raised in Absarokee, Montana, Ire is no stranger to mountain life and has found a love for traveling, exploring, and riding the snowcapped mountains of North America. I […]

Jesse | September 9, 2021
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Cockapoo Survives a Month in Aspen, CO Wilderness After Getting Lost

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A ten-month-old Cockapoo, Bella, strayed ahead of her owners while on a hike and eventually ended up off-trail, leading her to survive four weeks in the rugged Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Aspen, Colorado. Only after completing their hike near Capitol Creek did the owners, Jim and Betsy Chaffin, realize that their dog was missing. They then launched a two-group search party with their […]

Lucas Gauthier | July 28, 2021
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VIDEO: “Obsession” – NE face of Copper Peak: A Rare Ski Descent in the Cascades

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Professional Adventure Guide Chason Russell Dies in Crystal River, CO Kayaking Accident

Professional adventure guide and volunteer for Mountain Rescue Aspen Chason Russell, 41, went missing after attempting a perilous section of Colorado’s Crystal River on Thursday. His body was found on Saturday in an area known as the Meatgrinder, where he was last seen by his two accompanying friends that day, the Pitkin County Coroner’s Office said. Russell drowned and his […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 21, 2021
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VIDEO: Footage of Freeride Mountain Biker Kilian Bron’s Most Insane POV Lines

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CycleBrains | May 26, 2021
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The Story of ‘Historical Badass’ Ned Gillette | From Skiing Earth’s Highest Summits to Being Shot to Death in Pakistan

August 1998, deep in the northern Pakistani controlled sector of Kashmir, Ned Gillette and his wife Olympic skier Suzy Patterson set out with the hopes of accomplishing the “trek along the flanks of Nanga Parbat (at 25,660 feet, the world’s 10th-highest mountain) and then making their way across a 16,000-foot pass at the edge of the Chogo Lungma.” An ambitious journey to say the least, however Gillette and his wife Patterson were accustomed to such adventures in their time, skiing, sailing, and climbing all over the globe. […]

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Jesse Cassidy | May 24, 2021
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Utah’s West Desert Backcountry Report: Beautiful, Clandestine Spring Desert Skiing

Brought to you by 10 Barrel Brewing Report from Friday, April 2, 2021 I woke up in the desert in the back of Landon’s van. We were lost. Turns out we ventured an hour in the wrong direction in what could have been Egypt for all I knew—there was nothing out there besides salt flats and a strange compound-like structure with […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | April 3, 2021
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Here is Your Mammoth Lakes, CA Vacation All Planned Out

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Brought to you by Mammoth Lakes Tourism Many skiers have heard of the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, but even as we head to the Mammoth Lakes area for skiing, there are plenty of other activities to keep in mind – in the winter or the summer.  Mammoth Mountain Ski Area boasts 25 chairlifts and two gondolas that access nearly 3,500-acres […]

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Kim Vinet | March 29, 2021
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Mammoth Lakes, CA – Raising The Bar in Responsible Tourism

Brought to you by Mammoth Lakes Tourism When envisioning the quintessential, unforgettable escapade in the mountains, whether it be sun-soaked or snow-covered, you may picture how that place might look, sound, or, better yet, feel. A serene, natural setting encompassed by awe-inspiring mountains, with crystal clear lakes, pine forests, and adventure at every turn. For this perfect paradise, look no […]

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Emily Crofton | March 26, 2021
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Why You Should Choose Mammoth Lakes, CA Over Just About Anywhere

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Brought to you by Mammoth Lakes Tourism As destinations from all over the world begin their multi-phase plans to reopen society and bring life “back to normal,” there may be no better time to release yourself back into the wild, to find new adventures and explore endless opportunities. For the last year, we have been navigating unfamiliar territory in our […]

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Alex K | March 18, 2021
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VIDEO: “DEAD SPOT” — Disconnect to Reconnect on a Hut Trip in the Isolated Mountains of Interior B.C.

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Conquering ‘Cradle Snatcher’ Couloir in Tasmania!

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Spencer Cox | October 1, 2020
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Ski Holiday In North Korea?

Whoever thinks to take a ski holiday in North Korea? Well in 2017, National Geographic published this short film featuring Britain’s fastest snowboarder Jamie Barrow, showing a glimpse into life in the mysterious country. The film takes a trip through the capital city Pyongyang before heading to the slopes of Masikryong. Related: North Korea Officially Trademarks “Masikryong Hotel” for Ski […]

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Rouchelle Gilmore | September 10, 2020
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