On January 23, Seattle-based adventurer and mountaineer Andrew Hughes established a new SUP world record — paddling on the highest elevation flatwater lake recorded on Tres Cruces Norte in Chile. He also tagged the summit while he was there, at 19,780 feet. Though technically on a desert plateau just West of the Andes mountains, Tres […]
If you ask backcountry skiers and splitboarders to pick their dream destination for a ski trip, their answers will invariably cluster around a few time-tested places. Alaska, Japan, and British Columbia are sure to come up, as are the Alps and the Andes. But Sweden? No way, dude. Up until last spring, I would’ve thought […]
There are many varieties of winter traction devices on the market, and seemingly just as many names for them. Whether you call them microspikes, ice cleats, trail crampons, or something else, these winter accessories will help to keep you firmly planted all season long. Some utilize low-profile metal coils, some hardened steel studs, and others […]
From hikes and yoga to jet-setting and workouts, leggings are a comfortable and functional choice. Despite their apparent simplicity, they’re not all alike, and there’s nothing worse than a pair of ill-fitting leggings. They ride up, squeeze tight, slide down, and need constant adjustment. It’s not only annoying, but it also gets in the way […]
Electronic devices like phones and cameras emit electromagnetic signals that can disrupt avalanche transceivers. And in an emergency, when time and accuracy are essential, electromagnetic interference (EMI) is working against you. It could make the difference between rescuing someone and recovering them. The International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA) recently released an updated position statement […]
I conceptualized my idea nearly 3 years before I actually put a paddle in the water. I had speed bumps, hurdles, tragedies, and personal woes all to overcome before actually setting out on what I thought was going to be a 2-month journey. Aside from the monumental physical and mental hurdles in place to paddle […]
It may be only a fraction of the clothes you’re wearing on any given adventure, but finding the right sports bra (for you!) can make a huge difference in your day. It’s easy to overlook because when we nail it, we forget about it. On a particularly chilly fall day in the Tetons, I went […]
No, the ultimate offroader isn’t a monster truck, Jeep, Land Rover, UTV, Unimog, or dirt bike. The ultimate offroader is an Ultra 4 Unlimited (4400 Class) race vehicle. And, I got the pleasant privilege and opportunity to drive one! I was invited out to Johnson Valley, Calif., to experience the wide range of vehicles that […]