Wednesday, February 08, 2012

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Ferguson ready to scale another mountain in pursuit of Manchester City
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:01:22 GMT

The sound of Sir Alex Ferguson singing is generally an indication that all is well in Manchester United's world, and although "Climb Every Mountain" is not known to be in his repertoire, it should nudge aside Frank Sinatra once in a while.

Climb Halla Mountain with Um Hong-gil
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:29:55 GMT

Lotte Hotel Jeju presents the Halla Mountain-Climbing Package with champion mountaineer Um Hong-gil, who has climbed 16 peaks taller than 8,000 meters in the Himalayas.

Chris Evans. Shirtless Rockclimbing.
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:07:10 GMT

He finished filming The Avengers movie a few months ago. But it appears actor Chris Evans is maintaining his superhero figure, given his sculpted physique on a photoshoot in Los Angeles yesterday.

Rock climbing with baby on board
Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:19:49 GMT

Mother-of-one Menna Pritchard, 26, who has scaled a few routes including Gower's Three Cliffs bay, with her daughter Ffion, now two, on her back has said the climb pictured was "100% safe" from falling rocks.

Mum gives toddler an outdoor adventure a " by taking her daughter rock climbing
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:33:04 GMT

She invites controversy by climbing a rockface with her toddler strapped to her back, but adventurer Menna Pritchard tells Rachael Misstear why life with children needn't be without adventure CLIMBING some of Wales' most daunting cliff faces at all would be enough of a challenge for many of us.

"Made in U.S.A." sells well at 2012 Fit Expo
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:28:07 GMT

Local exhibitors at the 2012 Fit Expo reported stellar sales and buyer enthusiasm for sports equipment and nutrition products made in the U.S.A. "It costs more to manufacture in the U.S., but athletes will pay more for the quality," explains Chris Kalberer, a veteran vendor of jumping ropes at " Just Jump It ." This innovator has applied ... (more)

Docs for jocks: New Sports Medicine Clinic in Northeast El Paso fills a number of roles
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:13:39 GMT

Two weeks ago, Jefferson High School senior midfielder Alfredo Trejo collided into a Lubbock Monterey player during a soccer tournament in Midland.

Cold, windy mountain climbing adventure
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:59:15 GMT

Meteorologist Chris Tomer is an expert mountain climber and he spends his weekends conquering some of Colorado's tallest peaks, even in the middle of winter.

University students latch on to competitive climbing in Guelph
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:54:25 GMT

Kaylyn.jpg University of Guelph's Kaylyn McCaw looks up to spot her next move on the wall Saturday at the Guelph Grotto during the University Bouldering Series.

Product News - Great Line Up for Fort William Mountain Festival 2012 Announced
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:44:39 GMT

Be inspired, energised and entertained by a superb line-up of lectures and jaw dropping films from cutting edge climbers, mountaineers, mountain bikers, outdoor athletes and adventurers.

Crews Search For Missing Teen Hikers
Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:40:14 GMT

Authorities with New Mexico State Police said the teens were stuck on a steep slope where they were free-climbing, and one of them fell and broke a leg.

Cliburn award winner scheduled to perform at UAA
Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:47:32 GMT

The announcement last week that Sa Chen, among the top winners of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, will present a recital at the University of Alaska next month certainly caught my attention.

Explore New England Ice climbing in Mount Washington Valley
Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:42:34 GMT

Champney Falls sits in a box canyon a mile and a half from the Kancamagus Highway, just west of Conway.

How to Climb Your First Big Wall
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:28:04 GMT

Do you want to climb your first big wall this year? If you do, time is wasting. You need to start training now if you want to have great aid climbing skills , know how to use ascenders and haul, and be in great physical shape so you can get up your wall project.

Book Review: 'When You Journeyed Homeward' by Cyndi Kennedy
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:16:02 GMT

One of the perks of being Denver Books Examiner is the opportunity it provides to intercat with other writers, locally and otherwise, and help promote their works.

Sugoi RSR Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 02:37:31 GMT

With a design influenced by Chris Sharma, Evolv created the first signature-series climbing shoes, the Pontas.

Garduce humbled by climbing feat
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:26:08 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - For all his climbing exploits, mountaineer Romi Garduce admits he is just "a tadpole" swimming in the company of the world's greatest climbers.

Local climbers stress safety following Granite Dells rock climbing fatality
Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:02:10 GMT

Eight days after a Prescott College student died while rock climbing in Granite Dells, officials continued gathering details and stressed the importance of safe climbing practices.

2012 Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest in New Hampshire February 3-5th
Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:39:57 GMT

The International Mountain Climbing School brings you the 19th Annual Mount Washington Valley Ice Festival in North Conway, New Hampshire February 3-5th, 2012.

Get your climbing fix indoors this winter
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:22:28 GMT

Let's face it - it's a weird winter this year. The icy, snow-barren landscape makes it tricky to partake in outdoor activities at the moment.


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She finally sees him warm up to best of seasonal assets
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:04:19 GMT

Our first year of dating was like boot camp. Each summer weekend of 1997, Greg and I matched our skills in running, hiking, biking, swimming and rock climbing.

Valentine Gifts for Travelers
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:59:16 GMT

You speak four languages and want to visit every country before you die. He uses an analog compass when you go hiking and had to add extra visa pages to his passport.

Letterboxing: A Hobby of two Worlds, Outdoor Sports and Crafts
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:59:41 GMT

Sure, you can sit hunched over at your desk, struggling with a new crochet pattern the entire weekend, or stay curled up on the couch as you knock out another pair of hand-knit socks, but how about you go outside for a change? Whether its knitting, quilting, scrapbooking, or standing in a photography dark room for hours at a time, Artists and ... (more)

Marin outdoor calendar for the week of Feb. 6, 2012
Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:16:42 GMT

TramTours, one-hour, audio-enhanced tours, cover the island's history dating back to the Civil War.

Lost in the woods
Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:06:57 GMT

WASAGA BEACH A woman and her children were rescued from the woods Jan. 28 after she called police for help.

Run Anywhere With Saucony's New RAW Collection
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:52:28 GMT

Having trouble keeping your feet dry on muddy trails and in less-than-ideal weather conditions? This summer Saucony will be introducing two new shoes as part of their RunAnywhere collection to help solve that problem.

Geocaching: Free Entertainment That Comes at a Price
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:42:39 GMT

If you have a strong sense of adventure and enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, rock climbing and sweeping landmines, you'll love geocaching.

Pointer 2012 Spring/Summer Tenzing Suede Burgundy/Camel White
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:33:18 GMT

Since its establishment in 2004, London's Pointer has emphasized a combination of simple, well-designed casual footwear with premium materials and detailing.

Go take a hike
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:58:42 GMT

Later this spring, my wife and I are going to hike the Grand Canyon. Well, not exactly.

Red Means Run, by Brad Smith
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:54:14 GMT

As Red Means Run heads into the homestretch, Virgil Cain smiles as he describes himself as "old school" to the woman selling him a pass to a campground in the Catskills.

Gardai search for two missing teenagers
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:44:49 GMT

Gardai in Dublin are looking for help in tracing the whereabouts of two missing teenagers.

Nature runs its course along wilderness area
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:40:04 GMT

"The trail ahead leads into wilderness. It is a place where wild plants and animals live out their daily lives and where natural processes prevail.

Greetings from St. John
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:26:00 GMT

Hello from St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. I am Rik Rice and my wife is Helen Ross.

Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:06:23 GMT

The descent past ruins, terraces and sacrificial altars is the culmination of a four-day and three-night backpacking trip over three mountain passes and 26 miles.

The craggy Dhauladhars beyond the Kangra Valley
Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:37:35 GMT

Even if you buy a mineral water bottle for 70 rupees, don't think that you are out of harm's way.

Things that can ruin winter hiking
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:59:15 GMT

This incomplete list of things that can ruin winter hiking is based of my outdoor experiences so far this winter.

Shopping la vida loca
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:50:05 GMT

Colorado's own Zents 'Earth' fragrance collection blends Siberian fir, sandalwood and frankincense to create a subtle, clean scent.

Time to go Green
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:15:18 GMT

Let us all congratulate our competent policewallahs for launching their Quick Reponse Team! Now, all Valley citizens can expect our cops to show up at their homes in less than sixty seconds if somebody tries to run off with their tolas of gold or with the bottle of Dalley Khursani outside your kitchen.

La Sportiva FC Eco 4.0 GTX Hiking Boot - Men's
Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:00:47 GMT

Lace up the La Sportiva Men's Fc Eco 4.0 GTX Hiking Boot for a heavy-loaded backpacking trip through the Wind Rivers.

Lacrosse Footwear's Q4 Sales Drop 16 Percent
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:46:14 GMT

LaCrosse Footwear reported fourth-quarter sales slid 15.9 percent to $43.8 million, compared to $52.1 million in the same period of 2010.