400-Year-Old Shark Discovered in Greenland An incredible discovery has been made following research conducted on 28 Greenland sharks — the longest-living vertebrate animal. At the estimated age of nearly 400-years-old, the female Greenland shark has officially set a new record for longevity. Given that this particular shark is the greatest predator in the Arctic seas, gaining insight into their lifespan is of great interest to […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 5, 2020 0 Comments
Eat Your Way Into A Bigger, Faster, Longer Day In The Backcountry Let’s take a moment to look at the time and cost involved in a successful day of backcountry skiing or riding. First, there is the expensive equipment followed by avalanche safety gear and classes. Then you need the right partners, good weather, a proper snowpack and a full day off from work to get it done. Lining up these variables […] Brains Alex K | February 2, 2019 0 Comments
Crickets Energy Bars | The New (Little) Idea in Sports Nutrition The ski community tends to be more environmentally minded that other groups of society, since our livelihoods and sanity are tied to weather patterns. Reducing your impact and adopting sustainable practices aren’t new ideas any more. From a sustainability standpoint eating insects is much more efficient than eating larger […] Backcountry SnowBrains | April 1, 2014 0 Comments
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