For skiers serious about adventure, whether resort-based or backcountry focused, finding the best turns always involves some element of going uphill. With that unifying theme, Outdoor Research unveils a new ski collection for Fall 2014, offering a continuum of ski styles for everyone from freeride-focused…
Read More »
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, announced today the appointment of Inger Andersen as the new Director General of the Union starting in January 2015. Currently Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at the World Bank, where she is responsible…
Read More »
Looking to spice up your next party? Just invite BASE jumpers John Van Home, Matt Frohlich, and Andy Lewis. The group of adrenaline junkies recently made a splash at a rooftop pool party by arriving via parachute after BASE jumping from the nearby Kuala Lumpur…
Read More »
In a performance that tested the limits of endurance and on-course nutrition, Mirinda “Rinny” Carfrae captured the IRONMAN World Championships for the third time. With her third crown, Rinny joins a select group of only four women – including Paula Newby-Fraser, Chrissie Wellington and Natascha…
Read More »
Justin Pogge and Marina Mertz have shared many things: an interest in biking, an interest in each other, a tandem bike for two weeks, and a similar love for their current home, Tallahassee, Florida. They also know a thing or two about bike tours. Both…
Read More »
Love them, loathe them, “selfies” are here to stay, and youth-focused breast cancer awareness foundation, Keep A Breast has found a unique way to utilize this prevalent trend as a way to communicate with young people about the importance of early detection through the global initiative, #CHECKYOURSELFIE.…
Read More »
Charlie Hepburn, new sales associate, in California and Nevada. Tecnica Blizzard is pleased to announce that Charlie Hepburn will be the new sales associate for Tecnica and Blizzard alpine products in California and Nevada. Hepburn will work directly with sales representative Dana Greenwood. In addition…
Read More »
The fall season has arrived, and for the hundreds of WSD organizers this means preparing a mind-blowing experience for the 9th edition of World Snowboard Day. As usual, this event brings together riders from across the globe – from beginners to experts – to kick off…
Read More »
Jeff Deffenbaugh, former WCT Pro Surfer, has joined Global Surf Industries as their Californian Territory Manager. Jeff brings to the role a wide knowledge of surfboards through his history with competitive surfing, coaching and working in the industry. GSI’s founder, Mark Kelly, said “When we advertised this role…
Read More »
For many outdoor enthusiasts, tapping into REI’s friendly expertise at a nearby store or through a mobile device is a trusted step when you’re planning your next great adventure. To help you discover the outdoors, the leading gear and apparel retailer has launched both a new visually-rich…
Read More »
Thank you for confirming your subscription. Here are some stories you may have missed.
Your Privacy Choices
The