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Brand-New Climbing Destination In The Adirondacks

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Phil Brown

150+ new routes since 2009 at two areas

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What Would You Pack For A 220-mile Trek?

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Jaeger Shaw

Jaeger Shaw's all-inclusive checklist for the John Muir Trail will prep you like a pro.

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Video: Snow Equals Water

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Trent Meisenheimer

Trent Meisenheimer's short film transitions from spring skiing to summer paddling

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Letters From A Ski Bum Becoming A Dad

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Stephen Mead

Learning to ski with a baby on board

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Five Questions Pro Climbers Get Asked

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Beth Rodden

Beth Rodden answers the questions you've been dying to ask.

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Just When You Think You’ve Seen It All At The Crag

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Mike Bromberg

Cats.

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Five Questions With Climber, Wasatch Wizard Shingo Ohkawa

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Shingo Ohkawa on mega classics, the origins of mountaineering and hoarding gear

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Dorais Brothers Crush Fastest Known Time On Rainier

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Andy Dorais

Jason and Andy Dorais Ski From Paradise To Paradise in 3:57:55

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The Road from Karakol Trailer

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

In Summer of 2011, Outdoor Research alpinist Kyle Dempster set out across Kyrgyzstan's back roads on his bike...

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Autumn In Greenland

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

An Outdoor Research-supported shoot in rough, real, remote Greenland

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Sun Protection Clothing for Hiking, Backpacking, Climbing, Camping and More

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Outdoor Research offers three different UPF protection levels within its Sun Protection apparel fabrics – 15, 30 and 50+

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Does Grunting And Yelling Help You Climb Harder?

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Lindsey Kunz

Climber Lindsey Kunz looks at the science of “ptsaaaats” and “puuughs.”

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When Geese Attack

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Paul Karchut

The mountains hold countless secret hazards for OR Athlete Paul Karchut, but it was a daily bike commute that left him reeling

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My Favorite Kayak Day Trip: Little Tybee Island

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Nigel Law

OR athlete Nigel Law shares one of his favorite paddles

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Outdoor Research: Our Story

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

In our world, it's not about chasing heroes; It's about being on the journey...

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Five Questions With Alpinist Kyle Dempster

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

The man behind award-winning film Road From Karakol, Piolet D'Or winner Kyle Dempster's passions, goals and favorite things

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Chad Kellogg: A Bittersweet Everest Climb

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Chad Kellogg

On pace for speed record, conditions force a turnaround 550 meters from summit.

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OR Athletes Put Up New Route On Alaska’s Mt. Laurens

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Graham Zimmerman

Graham Zimmerman and Mark Allen climb the 4,650-foot NE Buttress in 67-hour push

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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Especially With Your Belay Partner

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Mackenzie Berg

Having to learn your own way in the backcountry can be an unexpected breakup benefit.

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Bug Repellent Clothing and Accessories for Hiking, Camping and Travel

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

At Outdoor Research, we use two highly effective types of bug protection within select pieces of clothing.

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Revisiting HighSpeed Everest 2012: Episode 5 - Chad Kellogg

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

For the past two years, Chad Kellogg has been preparing to best the established time for a speed ascent of Mount Everest...

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Revisiting HighSpeed Everest 2012: Episode 4 - Chad Kellogg

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Chad continues his acclimatization with a rotation from Camp 2 to Camp 3 and above, eventually exceeding 25,000 feet...

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Revisiting HighSpeed Everest 2012: Episode 3 - Chad Kellogg

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

In the final few days before his summit attempt, Chad carefully monitors his diet and selects dates for the push...

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Revisiting HighSpeed Everest 2012: Episode 2 - Chad Kellogg

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

The game has changed: Near-constant rockfall on the Lhotse face presents an extreme hazard to climbers...

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How To Build An Ice Axe T-Slot Anchor

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

IFMGA/ACMG Mountain Guide Lilla Molnar demonstrates how to build an ice axe T-slot anchor

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Revisiting HighSpeed Everest 2012: Episode 1 - Chad Kellogg

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Take a look back at Chad's 2012 Everest Attempt. Originally Posted May 1, 2012 - Relentless adventurer Chad Kellogg...

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Everest Speed Attempt: May 22

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Chad Kellogg's May 22 Plan For A Sub-22-Hour Summit Day

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Chad Kellogg: Training For The Race To The Top Of The World

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

12,000 feet of elevation gain in under 22 hours: How Chad Kellogg trains for speed climbing Everest

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Chad Kellogg: Final Preparations For Everest Speed Attempt On May 22

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Chad Kellogg

Weather window means 'go time' is May 22-23

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OR’s Nik Berry Talks About His New 5.13 Yosemite Route

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Nik Berry

9-pitch 'Final Frontier' free climbs aid route on Fifi Buttress

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The Foodie’s Guide To Outdoor Mecca Fernie, B.C.

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Matt Mosteller

From good old pizzerias to farm-to-table joints, Fernie's got you covered.

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Chad Kellogg And The Everest Speed Attempt: Dressing For Success

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

What gear do you take on the race to the top of the world? Here's what Chad Kellogg will use

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Chad Kellogg: Why I’m On Everest

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Chad Kellogg

Kellogg carries supplies to Camp 3, reflects on motivation

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Really Earn Your Turns: Biking To Ski

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson

How to get some real human-powered adventure this spring

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A Bold New Line In Alaska By OR’s Peter Doucette

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Peter Doucette

Twisted Stair in Ruth Gorge goes at WI6 R/X M6+

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Kootenay Column: Farewell To Ski Season

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Emily Nuchols

Here's to keeping the stoke alive as the snow fades away

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Drama At 21,000 Feet: Chad Kellogg Reports On The Everest Brawl

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Chad Kellogg

Outdoor Research athlete Chad Kellogg recounts the April 27 altercation between Sherpas and climbers

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Majestic Moderates Of The Cordillera Blanca

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Ben Kunz

Ben Kunz tackles a life-list of peaks in Peru's high range

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Chad Kellogg To Attempt Everest Speed Ascent

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Outdoor Research

Can someone climb from Base Camp to summit in under 22 hours? OR's Chad Kellogg will try in 2013.

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How To Safely Belay A Lead Climber

Thursday, Jan 01, 1970

By Jonathon Spitzer

Mountain Guide Jonathon Spitzer's Techniques And Gear For The Best Belay

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