Guide Killed, 4 Climbers Injured in 1,000-Foot Falls on Shasta
Severe injuries to climbers and a death on Northern California’s Mt. Shasta on Monday included a working guide and her two clients.
3 Friends to Cross Lake Ontario on SUPs in Protection of Great Lakes
Three men will cross Lake Ontario on standup paddleboards this month as part of an epic 7-year quest to paddle across five Great Lakes.
Toyota ‘Cabin Awareness System’ Aims to Prevent Deaths in Hot Cars
Still referred to as a ‘proof-of-concept,’ Toyota’s Cabin Awareness system could be the solution to the problem of hot cars leading to kids’ deaths.
Enduro Mountain Bike Racing: Understanding the Sport and Watching the Action
The 2022 Enduro World Series kicked off this weekend in Scotland’s Tweed Valley. Here’s our explainer of the rapidly growing sport.
Rapid Repeats on England’s Hardest Climb After 5 Years of Silence
Josh Ibbertson and Eder Lomba tallied the first repeats of ‘Rainman’ (5.15b/9b) at Malham Cove, England, within weeks of each other.
E-Bikes on Shaky Ground in National Parks Pending Environmental Review
A federal judge decided that, at least for now, e-bike owners can still ride on national park trails previously reserved for human-powered travel.
Only American Tour de France Winner Greg LeMond Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
The only American in history to win the Tour de France announced the diagnosis via his website on Thursday, June 2, 2022. ‘Fortunately,’ LeMond said, his prognosis is ‘very favorable.’
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Angler Lands a 600-Pound Marlin and More Adventure News of the Week
This is GJ’s wrap on exploration and adventure news of the week. Here’s what you missed, and a few things to look forward to.
‘Bicycle Brendan’ Ditches Bike for Foot Power in 300-Mile Coastline Run
Distance athlete Brendan Walsh will run all 300 miles of Maine’s rugged coastline to support multiple sclerosis research.
Re-Cycled: This Bike Is 100% Recycled Plastic
No rust and maintenance-free? Igus, a German plastics company, reveals an urban bike made entirely of recycled materials.
‘Valley of Giants’ Anthologizes Legendary Female Climbers of Yosemite
Don’t sleep on fresh perspectives from Lynn Hill, Liz Robbins, Beth Rodden, and more in Lauren Delaunay Miller’s book, ‘Valley of Giants.’
Fossil-Free Steel: Volvo Cars Leads the Way by Joining SteelZero Initiative
With a long-term commitment to secure 100% fossil-free steel by 2050, Volvo Cars becomes the first carmaker to join the SteelZero plan.
An Electrified Future for Buick Starts With the Wildcat EV Concept
Buick lays out its electric future with a new brand identity, the Wildcat EV concept car, and the resurrection of the classic Electra vehicle name.
Rab Finally Makes Its Own Sleeping Pads — Here Are the 5 Models
For 40 years, Rab built its reputation on sleeping bags, leveraging forward-thinking design. Its new pads finally take the next logical step.
Jonathan Siegrist Climbs ‘Event Horizon’ 5.15b, Seemingly Getting Stronger With Age
Jonathan Siegrist, 36, just made ‘one of the absolute hardest’ first ascents in his long career. ‘Event Horizon’ links three cruxes at Nevada’s 5G wall.
Knives Made From Whiskey Barrels, Sawmill Blades: ‘Origin Handcrafted’ Launches Craft Blades on Kickstarter
Origin Handcrafted is a Canadian company known for its use of recycled materials. It’s launching a Kickstarter campaign designed to appeal to vintage enthusiasts, amateur chefs, and people who like their tools to have a little bit of soul.
Biggest Bolted Climb on the Continent: New 33-Pitch Route Developed in Canada
Earlier this month, a team of four Canada-based climbers made the first ascent of ‘Guaranteed Rugged’ (5.10d), the longest bolted route in North America.
Tribute Ride: UNBOUND Gravel to Host Memorial for Mo Wilson
This weekend, as masses of riders gather for the UNBOUND Gravel races, many will also ride in tribute to Mo Wilson.
Appalachian Trail Hiker Falls Off Cliff, Dies; Investigation Underway
On May 29, Paul ‘Grandmaster’ Classen fell from one of the most photographed places in Virginia and later died from his injuries.
‘Back to the Present?’ DeLorean Unveils New EV
We’ve received no news of a flux capacitor, but louvers and gull wings still make the cut on DeLorean’s new Alpha5 electric coupe.
Woman Gored by Bison in Yellowstone, Suffers Injuries
An Ohio woman died after getting too close to a bison near Yellowstone’s Old Faithful on Memorial Day. The animal ‘tossed’ her 10 feet in the air.
New Speed Record in the Himalayas: Six 8,000m Peaks in 29 Days
Kristin Harila, Pemba Sherpa, and Dawa Wongchu Sherpa made Himalaya history last week on Makalu, the world’s fifth-highest peak.
Fast-Swap Handle Scales: Knafs Launches First Knife on Kickstarter
The Lander EDC pocket knife, from knife guru Knafs, boasts the ultimate in customization with its fast-swap scale design.
Just In: The Mercedes-AMG Stroller. What?
Mercedes-AMG and its longtime partner, German stroller designer Hartan, make a big announcement: a limited-edition stroller.
Himalayan Climbers Make History, Fugitive Eludes Authorities & More Stories to Start Your Week
This is GJ’s wrap on exploration and adventure news of the week. Here’s what you missed, and a few things to look forward to.
2022 YETI Film Tour: What & Where to Watch
YETI launched its first film tour in 2016, and after t2 years, it’s back with in-person screenings.
Attention Riders: KTM The World Adventure Week Returns This July
KTM’s The World Adventure Week returns this year from July 4 through July 10, encouraging mass participation by all adventure motorcyclists with daily goals and prizes.
Women-Founded Carve Designs Honors Mothers in Brand Film
Exploring the idea that we borrow Earth from our children instead of inheriting it from our ancestors, Carve Designs’ film, ‘Mothers, Purpose, and the Future,’ aims to elevate the need for sustainability.
Rescued Last Year, Adventure Kayaker Tries California-to-Hawaii Paddle Again
One man’s bid to become the second solo kayaker to paddle from California to Hawaii ended in an early rescue last year. Now, he’s back for more.
Junk Yard Bike Park Opens in Colorado — And It’s Free!
Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center (RMOC) opens its new Junk Yard Bike Park this Memorial Day weekend.
Strava’s Recent Surge Propels It Past 100 Million Users
This just in: Strava is popular. Just how popular, though, might surprise you — especially recently.
