How To Be An Elitist Prick
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Morning Rituals For The Reasonably Productive And Moderately Successful
byYou may have heard or read a lot about the morning rituals of high-functioning people—CEOs, visionary businesswomen and men, political leaders, gurus, life coaches,…
8 Adventure Gift Ideas Over $35,000
byHere you are again: Holiday shopping season is upon us, and you’re wondering, “How will I get the perfect gift for everyone on my…
Yes, Everyone On Instagram Is Having More Fun Than You
byDo you follow THOSE PEOPLE on Instagram? Their lives look so perfect! Here’s the truth about them: Their lives ARE perfect! They’re not just…
Other Horns Of Switzerland (Besides The Matterhorn)
byI was in Zermatt last week and was fortunate to gaze upon the incredible Matterhorn, at the south end of town, on posters and…
The Story Of The First Ascent
byYou think that last pitch was tough? Do you know about the first ascent of this climb? Well, you’re in luck. I can tell…
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…
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…
20 Alex Honnold Facts
byPerhaps you have read about Alex Honnold’s groundbreaking ropeless climb of El Capitan on June 3. Here are a few things you may not…
I Am A Small Human In A Large Landscape
byYes, hello. It is I, the lone person at the far left of the Instagram photo you’re currently looking at. I chose to stand…
But Did You Really Climb It?
byNear the top of the Palmer Snowfield on Mt. Hood, the two mountaineers had been skinning uphill for about 2,600 feet when they saw…
Introducing The First Backpacking Dutch Oven
byRemember your last backpacking trip? What was missing? Come on, think about it. That’s right, a shitload of pineapple upside-down cake. The whole trip…
Hey, Let’s Meet Up So I Can Tell You About Myself
byHey, so great you could make it out tonight, it’s always a little strange setting these things up with that dating app, don’t you…
Introducing Dirtbag Rewards®, The World’s First Dirtbag Loyalty Program
byAre you real busy traveling all over the place to climb rocks, ride bikes, bag peaks, and otherwise explore some nature, but not about…
12 Ways To Make Friends At The Campground
byIt’s summer. Which means it’s camping season. Which means you’ve got a great opportunity to get into nature and meet new friends at a…
A Delicate Arch Roller Coaster And Other Fun Federal Land Transfer Ideas
byYou know what we all do right after we say “normally I don’t post about political stuff …”? Post political stuff. So apologies in…
19 More Facts About Mt. Everest
byHey, it’s Everest season again. In case you aren’t yet properly psyched for mountain climbing coverage, here are some more facts about the Greatest…
10 More Useful John Muir Quotes For Your Instagram Captions
byWe all know the classic John Muir quotes like “The mountains are calling and I must go,” and “The clearest way into the Universe…
8 Tips For Healthier Eating
byEating right can be confusing nowadays. With all the information out there, it’s hard to know if you should be eating more vegetables or…
Wanna Hang Out With Me, And My Phone?
byHey friend or significant other or family member or potential love interest: Would you like to go out for dinner or coffee or a…
Ski Lift Line Dos and Don’ts
byHere are a few simple tips to help you make friends at the ski area this season: DO proceed to the front of the…
Backpacking Is Sexy
byHey girl. Or guy. I want you to know something about that hobby of yours that you partake in two to 200 days a…
The 12 Types Of Bike Commuters
byEveryone knows there are two kinds of people in this world, but did you know there are 12 types of bike commuters? That’s right….
9 Things You Can Do To Get Ready For Ski Season Right Now
bySki season is nearly here, kind of. Although you might not actually click into your skis for another 60 to 90 days, it’s important…
Professional Gear Review: Spoon
by“Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” -Antoine de Saint-Exupery After…
10 Tips To Help Lighten Your Backpack
byA heavy backpack can make a backpacking trip no fun at all. Here are a few tips to lighten your load and maximize the…
Is Your Adventure Story Epic Enough?
byDo you find yourself reading stories about adventures in outdoor magazines and websites and feeling down about what you did on your summer vacation?…