Learning To Be Funny
byProbably every other time my friend Lee and I came to the end of an approach hike at the base of a climb, dropped…
Humor
20 Things That Take Longer Than Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold’s Ascent of the Nose Took
byOn June 6, Tommy Caldwell and Alex Honnold broke the speed record for climbing The Nose of El Capitan, a 3,000-foot route that takes…
Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Kind: A Message For 2018
byLast week, I gave the address at the commencement ceremony for the Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning. It was a great exercise in…
The People-Pleaser’s Plan For Climbing A Mountain
byHey, I was wondering if you might want to go climbing this weekend? I think it’ll be really fun—if you’re up for it. I…
Nature As An Airbnb: A Review
byFor a quick getaway last weekend, my friends and I planned a three-night stay in nature. Nature is not listed as an Airbnb rental…
Kanye West Tweets With Photos Of Bears
byMashing up Kanye West’s tweets with New Yorker cartoons has been done before (in 2010 here and a few weeks ago here), with wonderful…
For Sale: Palatial Mountain Getaway
byLocation, location, location! This one-bedroom is close to nothing. Step inside the 29-square-foot ripstop nylon palace and say hello to your new home! The…
Affordable Alternatives To The Seven Summits
byWant to climb the Seven Summits? Sure you do. Want to pony up $157,000 (not including flights)? If the answer to that second question…
Break In/Destroy Your New Sleeping Bag With These 11 Simple Steps
byNothing’s better than a brand-new sleeping bag, that miraculous cocoon of warmth that enables you to sleep under the stars. Nothing, that is, except…
25 Things Said That Might Mean You’re Going To Have An Epic*
by*epic meaning a very long day, not like a we’re-gonna-die epic “You’ll be fine.” “I’m pretty sure it’s this way.” “We don’t need a…
How to Run 100 Miles: A Film About Persistence
byJust over a year ago today, I signed up for my first 100-mile ultramarathon with a guy I’ve been friends with for 18 years,…
Celebrate Winter With These Traditions
byWinter: Sure, it’s great for skiing, sledding, building snow people, and the holidays—but what about all the other things we do every year during…
I Must Have My Coffee First Thing In The Morning
byIf I don’t have coffee immediately upon waking up, I cannot function in any capacity that a human being is supposed to function. I…
How To Talk To Your Family About Ice Climbing During The Holidays
byIt’s coming: The holiday gatherings with your extended family members who don’t exactly share the same views as you when it comes to outdoor…
Put More Self-Flagellation In Your Vacation
byWouldn’t you like to get away? To a place where you can be pampered and just relax? Of course you wouldn’t. This is the…
Skiing vs. The Holidays (In 6 Charts)
byBecause sometimes during the holidays you’d rather be skiing (even if you don’t want to say it out loud): …
For Sale: Skis And Ski Poles — $5
byARE YOU READY for another ski season? These skis and poles sure are! And they could be yours for just $5. But first, you…
12 Ways In Which Skiing Is A Metaphor For Life
bySkiing, like life, is exciting. One moment, you’re at the top, the world open in front of you, teetering on the edge, all potential…
10 Tips For Buying Skis
byFact: ski season is just around the corner. Another fact: it’s hard to participate in ski season without skis. Don’t fret—we’ve got you covered…
What Was That Noise Outside The Tent?
byDid you hear that? What was that noise outside the tent? Some possibilities: A Bear That noise was a bear. That bear is going…
Fake Merit Badges For Real Outdoor Achievements
byBecause we all deserve a little recognition for doing things well out there. —Brendan
Honest Climbing Gym Partner Wanted Ads You Never See
byI Want To Give You Beta You: A decent climber. Me: An expert on every route in this gym, even the ones the routesetters…
Less Serious Accidents In North American Mountaineering 2017
byEvery year, the American Alpine Club publishes Accidents in North American Mountaineering, a compilation of notable climbing accident reports from the previous year. Flipping…
Gear Of The Year: The Wheel
byIn “the outdoor industry,” people have thrown around the term “game-changing” for several years, using it to describe a new piece of gear that…
Tips For Selecting The Best Campsite Ever
byThat’s right, summer’s not over yet. Here are some tips to make the best out of your last few nights under the stars. If…
Motivational Posters For Ultrarunners
byOr anyone who’s run further than they thought was fun. —Brendan
How To Sound Smart On The Trail
byAre you an expert? Well, thankfully, it’s 2017, and everyone can be one. Here are a few tips to help you establish yourself at…