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2019-07-16I came across this old video last night when I was browsing for something to watch. It's an Oscar winning documentary about Yuichiro Miura, a...replies0views1344
2019-07-16
2019-07-13Hiking; for some, an enjoyable passtime, others, a grueling slog to be avoided at all costs. If you find yourself in either group, your next...replies0views1033
2019-07-13
2019-07-10In case you haven't noticed it's been raining this summer, a lot. Now that might be fine for you hardened mountain bikers but for us...replies0views1903
2019-07-10
2019-07-09American pro skier Karsten Brandt is mainly known for his mogul abilities but in this short ski film Revitalized he shows us his love for...replies0views1161
2019-07-09
2019-07-08Thanks to everyone who entered, this giveaway is now closed and a winner has been selected. Check the Forums to see if that person is you! Summer...replies0views12719
2019-07-08
2019-07-06Whether you are climbing or mountaineering, twisty ropes are a real pain in the ass. Not only do they take time to 'un-twist' but they...replies0views1394
2019-07-06
2019-07-02The Mountain of Hell is a crazy mountain bike race starting from Les 2 Alpes glacier, with 2500m descent and a distance of 25km over snow, ice,...replies0views1657
2019-07-02
2019-07-01Happiest of Canada Days to all of you out there! Hopefully at some point this weekend you've been able to sneak outside...replies0views1561
2019-07-01
2019-06-30The Sea To Summit Ultimate Sleep System Giveaway has come to a close and we've drawn a winner. Congratulations go out to Jenny Wilson of...replies0views1022
2019-06-30
2019-06-29Summer is here and Bears are roaming the alpine but you're prepared as you've bought your bear spray,... but do you know how to use it?...replies0views3473
2019-06-29
2019-06-26If your local crags seem to get a little busier every year it's because they are. It's no secret. Climbing is fun and the world is...replies0views3302
2019-06-26
2019-06-25Are you already thinking of next winter? Do you need an idea for a south of the border, multi day, 200 mile (321km), ski trip? How about...replies0views2854
2019-06-25
2019-06-24Paddle Boarding seems to be gaining more and more in popularity these days, and why not? It's a fun way to spend a couple of hours out...replies0views1058
2019-06-24
2019-06-19FKT. Fastest Kown Time is a record time of any given achievement. It's becoming more popular and with ranking apps like Strava, it's easy...replies0views1209
2019-06-19
2019-06-18Sometimes when there's no snow you have to make do with what you have. In this case Jesper Tjäder has the top of a zero emission waste to...replies0views970
2019-06-18
2019-06-17Morning sun at Point Campground on Upper Kananaskis Lake. Just got back from a little jaunt into the Kananaskis backcountry and...replies0views2170
2019-06-17
2019-06-15The Ultimate Sea To Summit Sleep System Giveaway is now closed and congrats go out to Gord Harmatiuk who was chosen as the winner....replies1views6031
2019-07-16
2019-06-13Is it too early for ski dreams? I say no... Here's a cool little segment shot at our local, Whitewater Ski Resort. I think this is what is...replies0views1225
2019-06-13
2019-06-11Episode 8 of Hedvig's Way takes us on a skiing, sailing, and surfing journey through Norwegian fjiordlands with Sandra Lanhsteiner, Caroline...replies0views1096
2019-06-11
2019-06-10Climbing in the Valhalla Mountain Range. Photo by the author, check out @pistol.pan on Instagram for more. Friction: the force...replies0views1035
2019-06-10
2019-06-05In case you haven't heard Cody Townsend has taken on the 50 classic ski descents of North America as a personal project. He has already...replies0views1403
2019-06-05
2019-06-04There are times when we need an absolutely brutal challenge. A challenge so stunningly difficult that the punishment endured actually brings joy...replies0views1605
2019-06-04
2019-06-03A couple of weeks ago I posted an article on spring shredding tips for those still chasing turns up high. Since then, Nick Russel has graced...replies0views1256
2019-06-03
2019-05-29Climbing is one of those funny sports. The general public has a perception that climbing is a dangerous activity and that we risk life and limb...replies0views1523
2019-05-29
2019-05-28As someone who has climbed Mt. Whitney in California I know that this isn't an easy mountain to ascend. It's a long, tiring slog for even...replies0views1133
2019-05-28