Tales of North pole expeditions relate the tough weather conditions, the bitter cold and the emptiness. Tim Williamson, a 25 years old guy from Newcastle, UK, will go there next year, solo.
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Three great European events for your outdoor calendar
The end of the year is the best season for outdoor related festivals and events. Listen to a team telling their expedition stories, catch an action packed movie or be amazed at some incredible picture, there is an event for all of those things coming.
Three Yosemite big walls in less than a day
The climbing sphere was shaken for the first time this spring when two climbers pulled off the challenge of going up three big walls in Yosemite in less then 24h.
The North Face launch new TracKING app for iOS
The new must have for outdoor gear companies is the mobile app. They want to accompany you on your trips, during your training sessions and while camping. All the big players have an app for something outdoorsy but The North Face are launching their third.
Patagonia gets into the food business, starts selling salmon jerky
For an apparel company to start producing food you might think something strange happened. But Patagonia’s gear is not like any other brand and it looks like their food is going to follow the same path.
The North Face open to Explore Fund applications
If you work with kids and want to get them outside you might be in luck. Applications for The North Face® Explore Fund™ are now open.
Infographic: The essentials of Rock Climbing
A nice infographic about the origin of climbing, techniques, gear and more:
Join Patagonia and eBay on The Common Threads Initiative.
In the landscape of outdoor brands some are standing out by promoting sustainability in their product development. Patagonia is one of those brands always trying to push consumers to make better choices, minimise their impact on the planet to enjoy it more. Along with eBay, they have announced a new initiative last week: The Common… Continue reading Join Patagonia and eBay on The Common Threads Initiative.
Research Rockstar & Coleman Camping on Prediction market research
Coleman Camping are teaming with Research Rockstar, a market research training company, to find out what will be the outdoor trends of the coming years.
Icebreaker founder makes environmental commitment, helps launch Pure Advantage
When you think about New Zealand you probably picture virgin landscapes and white mountains. A place of adventure and challenges for whoever thrives in the great outdoor. But as most part of the world, profits margins are driving our beautiful planet down.
Learn to pack lighter with Ultralight A-Z series (Updated)
This is no secret that the less you carry with you the further you will be able to go. With that in mind, some people have started to try to pack as less as possible and only the most efficient gear. Hendrik Morkel is one of those persons and to spread the word to his… Continue reading Learn to pack lighter with Ultralight A-Z series (Updated)
Equip buys Lowe Alpine, will bring it back to the UK
If Equip doesn’t ring a bell to you, maybe its portfolio of companies will. Currently owning Rab, Podsacs and Outdoor Designs, the UK based company has announced its acquisition of world renowned brand Lowe Alpine, and all its assets.