Did you know that Americans spend an estimated 93% of their lives indoors? And the Brits spend only slightly more time outside with 90% of their lives spent indoors. Would you spend more time outside if it improved your mental and physical health? Research has shown that it does that in spades. We’ve collected the …
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I buy all of my outdoor gear from only a few different places, with one of them being REI. One of the things that I love about REI is that they’re basically a one-stop shop for all your outdoor needs – from hiking boots to trail snacks to mountain bikes to GoPros. Getting a sale …
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We love trail running as much as you do. It’s a great way to practice a variety of skill sets, including long-distance runs, inclines, and declines. It’s softer on the legs than surfaces like tracks and concrete, provides ample shade and, in many cases, provides a water source like a stream or lake to take …
Asking someone “Do you climb?” doesn’t always have a simple yes or no answer. There are different types of climbing and some purists may turn their noses up at certain types of climbing to the point that they won’t recognise it as “climbing”. But, we live in an ever changing world where people are constantly …
Have you caught it? The climbing bug that is. You are probably needing to get the essentials (Don’t know what you need? Check this out). One of the vital pieces of gear is your belay device. Have you already gone to have a look at belay devices? Did you notice there are many types? Well …
Are you needing to buy some shoes? Not sure where to start? Have you already got a pair but want to upgrade? Or maybe this is the first time you’ve heard that you need special shoes to climb? Either way – I’ve got your back! One of the first things you’ll be purchasing when starting …
How To Choose The Right Climbing Shoes For Beginner and Intermediate Climbers Read More »
Let me guess, you’ve tried climbing for the first time recently, you’ve become hooked and now you want to scale all the mountains in the world?! Rather than sliding into others well lubricated shoes or having to rely on the generosity of other climber’s gear which can be become time consuming if you’re swapping gear …
Just The Basics: What Gear You Need As A Beginner Climber Read More »
It was 2014, I was travelling through SE ASIA and I had met a bunch of Argentinians who lured me with their mate and good looks to travel with them through Cambodia. One night I notice one of them rigging a complicated hammock system in the rafters of our room (we were trying to fit …
Beginners Guide To Climbing: The Basics To Getting Started Read More »
So you’ve decided to nix the claims of increased performance and comfort of traditional running shoes and enter the world of barefoot or minimalist running. Like any other sport, minimalist running requires knowledge of the sport, consistent training, and the right equipment. As you begin your journey, we have prepared this minimalist running shoes guide …
Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best Minimalist Running Shoes For Beginners Read More »
Canyoning, or canyoneering as it’s known in the U.S., is a combination of many sport activities put together. It generally incorporates one or more of the following: walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling, swimming and rappelling. Whew, it’s a long list of adventure designed to give you a one of a kind thrill. Canyoning is a …
Once you’ve gotten used to climbing and safety techniques in an indoor rock climbing facility, you may be itching to try your skills outside in the real world. Even if you think you need more practice before you’re ready to tackle whatever nature has in store, there are plenty of established outdoor courses for both …
5 Best Places to Go Rock Climbing in East Asia for Intermediates Read More »
With so many stunning trail runs around the world, it’s hard to nail down the best trails in a list that only includes eight locations. The best trails offer a mix of varied terrain, stunning views and sections that challenge your technical skills and fitness. Also, you need to think of other factors outside the run …
8 Scenic Trail Runs For Your Weekend Travel Plans Read More »
Picture vast landscapes, snow capped mountains and burbling streams. Fresh air, lack of noise, and in front of you… No one, not a single soul. Out on the trail, you feel free to push your body, the crunch of the leaves underfoot as you climb another ridge. Basking in the glory of the runners high, you start …
Beginner’s Guide: Essential Gear For Trail Running (2019) Read More »
