In Defense of the Struggle.
Mountain bike racer Alicia Leggett reflects on how the obstacles she's faced have made her a better competitor and a stronger person.
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There's a Leopard in the Lounge!
How another evening on the shores of Kafue River, in Zambia’s Kafue National Park soon became a night to remember.
Some good conservation news: India's tiger numbers are going up.
Indian tiger numbers are up, according to one of the most detailed wildlife surveys ever conducted. Tiger populations have risen by 6%, to roughly 3,000 animals.
Trans Himalaya 2019: Breathless in the Himalaya
In an unprecedented Himalayan snowfall, ultra-runner Peter Van Geit breaks out his ice axe to access undocumented passes in the High Himalayas.
Alone Across Antarctica Part 5: The Impossible Truth on Antarctica
A virtually impossible world record crossing on Antarctica is disavowed by polar legends; but who is right in the final analysis?
Alone Across Antarctica Part 4: Mike Horn's Race Against Time
Ultra-Adventurer Mike Horn still holds the longest record on Antarctica; does the new world-record traverse measure up?
Everest: Queues, Theft and Death on the Mountain Once Known as Chomolungma
Everest does not exist as it did a century ago. We have changed the way it is perceived, and should take responsibility for its numerous and consistent casualties.