Piolets d'Or Announces the "Significant Ascents" of 2023
This list of 68 climbs is effectively a "long list" used to select nominees of the prestigious alpine award.
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Steph Davis: Dreaming of Flying
What drives Steph, to free solo a mountain with nothing but her hands and feet, before base jumping? “Bravery is not caused by the absence of fear."
Stephanie Gilmore's 7th WSL World Title and a Wave of Attention that is Bigger than the Men's
Three months after announcing equal pay for men and women, the World Surf League celebrates Stephanie Gilmore’s 7th World Title.
What Does Fear Mean to RJ Ripper, the 2018 Adventurer of the Year?
Globally known and admired for his prowess as a mountain biker, Rajesh Magar shares his approach to managing fear and evolving.
A New Landmark for Indian Women: Siddhi Manerikar Climbs Samsara
Arguably the hardest sport route ever climbed by a female climber in the Indian community, Siddhi Manerikar has set the bar higher for her peers by climbing a 5:13b/8a route in Badami.
Outdoor Moms: Hilaree Nelson - Mother of Two, Mountaineering Hero to All
2018 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, ski descent of the Lhotse Couloir, ski descent of Papsura, first woman to summit two 8,000m peaks in 24 hours… mother of two.
9 Climbers Die at Gurja Base Camp: What We Know So Far
Even if many questions remain unanswered, a tragedy that seemed bizarre at first has slowly come to reveal itself, as a five member South Korean expedition and four Nepali guides die during a violent snowstorm.
Maya Gabeira: The First Female Big Wave Surfer Recognized with the World Record
This Brazilian surfer has just become the first female surfer to be recognized by Guinness World Records for a biggest wave surfed
Indian Sailor Abhilash Tomy Rescued After Severe Injury During Solo Around The World Golden Globe Race
Abhilash Tomy, the first Indian to circumnavigate the globe solo, has been rescued by a French fishing vessel after his yacht dismasted in severe storms, leaving him badly injured.
Nearly 300km/h on a bicycle: Denise Mueller-Korenek shatters world record
Clocking in at 183.93mph, Denise Mueller-Korenek has just set the world record for the fastest speed ever achieved on a bicycle.
An Introduction to Olympic Surfing, with New Zealand's Paige Hareb
Learn about surfing's induction into the Olympics, and how New Zealand's top surfer, Paige Hareb, is preparing for the 2020 Games in Tokyo.
World Surf League Announces Equal Pay for Male and Female Athletes in 2019
The WSL is setting the standard for gender equality not only in surfing, but for sport in general.
Getting to the Bottom: What It Took for Priyanka Mangesh Mohite to Climb Everest
Summiting Everest is difficult. However, it’s not all about climbing the mountain itself, especially when you’re 21 and on a budget.