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Finally, Women Mountain Bikers to Compete at Red Bull Rampage
For more than 20 years, Red Bull Rampage has been one of mountain biking's biggest events — and now women riders will share the spotlight. Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More.
New York Times Article Alleges Nims Purja Sexually Assaulted Fellow Climbers; Purja Responds
Nimral 'Nims' Purja, an elite mountaineer and star of the Netflix documentary '14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible,' faces allegations of sexual harassment. Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More.
Jack Wolfskin to Wind Down All US Sales; Focus Shifts to Overseas Markets
Surprise news as European gear giant Jack Wolfskin announces it will vacate the U.S. market within the next month. In a surprise announcement today, German outdoor gear brand Jack Wolfskin confirmed it will wind down its operations in the U.S. and shut down its U.S. retail site by July 1.
‘They’re Calling Me a Liar’: Nims Purja Posts Video to Prove Foul Play Atop Everest
Mountaineer Nims Purja fires back at claims that he invented a crime with video evidence that allegedly shows sliced ropes on Everest. Did someone cut the fixed rope used by hundreds of climbers to ascend Mount Everest?
New Strava Features Coming Soon: AI Coaching, Safer Night Heat Maps, and More
Strava unveiled its latest innovations and future direction at Camp Strava 2024, including exciting features like Dark Mode, Athlete Intelligence, and more. The popular cycling app claims these changes are revolutionary. GearJunkie sent a Strava-savvy reporter to ferret out the details.
Nims Recovers Bodies of American Woman and Sherpa Attempting Record-Setting Climbs
The recovery occurred on Shishapangma, the same mountain where Kristin Harila was denied a similar request to recover her former climbing partner. The bodies of an American climber and her Sherpa guide were recovered from a Himalayan mountain last week. A team of rescuers led by Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja spent several grueling days retrieving the bodies from Mount Shishapangma, a mountain in the Chinese region of Tibet that rises to 26,335 feet.
Solo Climber Dies on ‘Treacherous’ Section of Denali
The soloist died in a dangerous part of the mountain that has killed 13 other climbers since 1980, according to park officials. A climber was found dead Monday after falling from the upper reaches of North America’s highest mountain.
5 Work-From-Home Fitness Hacks That Maximize Minimum Time
The Covid-19 pandemic changed the workplace. Many were forced to work from home, and self-motivate to get the job done. The same can be said for fitness; with gyms off-limits, indoor exercise, particularly strength training, moved to garages and living rooms. Work-from-home exercise became a reality.
The Most Adventure You Can Have at the Movies: Guide to Telluride Mountainfilm Festival
Telluride Mountainfilm Festival draws the outdoor industry's most engaged thought leaders, activists, and athletes to the box canyon for 4 days. Here's how to join. It’s hard to imagine spending much time outside during a film festival. But somehow, that’s exactly what Telluride Mountainfilm manages to pull off. Surrounded by one of the most majestic mountain settings imaginable, festivalgoers flock to Telluride, Colo., to indulge in collective screen time and face-to-face connection.
Rocky Mountain National Park Wants to Raise Popular Campsite Prices: We Went in to See Why
Due to rising visitation and costs, Rocky Mountain National Park proposes increasing prices at several of its most popular campsites — and the public comment period is open. Last month, Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) announced proposed price changes for four of its most popular campgrounds. Under the changes, Moraine Park, Glacier Basin, Aspenglen, and Timber Creek Campgrounds would all see a $10 increase per night. According to RMNP, the extra money would go toward supporting new projects and the ongoing maintenance of facilities.
‘Natural’ Death of Reintroduced CO Wolf Likely Caused by Mountain Lion, Necropsy Shows
In a twist of fate, the hotly contested reintroduction of wolves in Colorado leads to one being killed by another hotly contested predator: a mountain lion. The gray wolf found dead last month was one of 10 released in Colorado in December. Rumors swirled about the likely cause of death, but until now, there was only speculation.
Free Beer: Athletic Will Buy Your First Brew on May 16
NA craft beer pioneer Athletic Brewing wants to make a splash to mark the first-ever "Ask for Athletic" day. If you’ve never dabbled in nonalcoholic beer, Athletic Brewing wants you try one on the house. Hey, even if you only drink NA beer, Athletic still wants to buy you a beer — its beer, of course.
Climber Missing in Rocky Mountain National Park After Summiting Longs Peak
The Colorado Springs man was reported missing Monday after attempting to summit Longs Peak, one of Colorado's most popular mountains. Search-and-rescue is looking for a young climber who hasn’t returned from one of Colorado’s most dangerous mountains.
Man’s Body Found After Entering Grand Canyon With Dog, Wooden Raft
The 58-year-old likely brought his dog with him on the trip. Though unrecovered, the dog is also believed dead, officials said. The body of a 58-year-old New Mexico man was recovered from Grand Canyon National Park on Friday, park officials said. Thomas Robinson entered the canyon by floating down the Colorado River on a homemade wooden raft. He likely started the trip with his dog, which is also believed dead, according to officials.
‘Field Station Moab’: 3 Nights in Hotel-Turned-Adventure Hub
Field Station is a comfortable basecamp for exploring Moab's robust trail systems and the neighboring parks. You’d be forgiven for doing a double-take after walking into the lobby of Field Station Moab. The path to the check-in desk takes you past racks of outdoor apparel, trail snacks, and equipment. That first impression lets you know this hotel knows why its guests are in town.
Fatal Week for Hikers: Multiple Incidents Lead to 5 Deaths
Since April 28, at least five hikers have died in four separate incidents in states across the US, including Utah, Georgia, New Jersey, and Tennessee. If you’re planning on going for a hike sometime soon, try to stay safe out there. State officials have reported a spate of hiking deaths recently as more people venture outside with the onset of summer.
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