Classic Itineraries
Low-carbon and stylish: The cycling trend—let’s hope it’s more than just a passing fad
A four-day heli-skiing tour led by top domestic skiers Shen Lang, Lao Shi, Yin Sheng, Mao Mao, Shenyang Lao Li, and Lingzi (a female snowboarder) assembled on March 30 at the Sandman Hotel in Revelstoke, a major inland skiing destination in BC. At 11:30 a.m., they were picked up by a car from Mica Heli and taken to the company’s office for a brief introduction of precautions...
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After a Self-Drive Trip: Maintenance Tips — Give Your Car a “Three Dishes and One Soup” Treatment
In early April, as spring rain moistens the air, the desire to bask in the sunshine grows stronger. So, where should we go for a spring outing this weekend? Taining in Fujian is definitely an excellent choice. With its fresh air, you can escape the urban smog; its picturesque mountains and clear waters offer your whole family a delightful retreat. Yes, this spring, head to ...
Stay true to our mission, warm hearts along the way — The 14th Cangqian Lamb Hotpot Festival in the Hometown of Taiyan
The CASIO PRO TREK PRW-60YBM stands out mainly in its strap: featuring a specially designed detachable woven material to reduce weight, and for the first time, it uses MXP® deodorizing material MAXIFRESH®, aimed at tackling the inevitable sweat odor and bacterial growth during long mountain hikes, thereby enhancing the wearing experience. ...
Post-90s Cyclist Rides to Nanning, Helped by Enthusiastic University Riders
Liao Xing Sets Off with a Dream With just a tent, a stove, and a pot, post-90s young man Liao Xing arrived in Nanning with his old friend—the mountain bike. This city is one of his stopovers on his journey to cycle across China and realize his dream. In fact, there are quite a few post-90s like Liao Xing who chase their dreams. In Nanning, some universities have...
The Swiss brand X-BIONIC is set to make its debut at the 2013 Asia Bike Show.
Bring running back to the body, and fall in love with running again – The VFF Barefoot Running Training Camp 2013 is back！Featuring even more exciting HeyRobics and natural running training, more comprehensive core strength and varied terrain workouts, more personalized running posture guidance, plus a star-studded coaching lineup including Polar and Linus, as well as a wealth of gear and prizes – VFF is once again...
The Ili Heavenly Horse International Tourism Festival Kicks Off in "Hometown of Heavenly Horses" Zhaosu
The 2013 China Xinjiang Ili Heavenly Horse International Tourism Festival will be held from July 10 to 14 in Zhaosu County, known as the "Hometown of Heavenly Horses in China." This event is organized by the Tourism Bureau of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and co-hosted by the Tourism Bureau of the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture and Xiyu Horse Industry Co., Ltd. of Zhaosu County. The festival aims to fully explore and showcase...
An experienced cyclist shares cycling discipline: Safety comes first
When I first started cycling, I didn’t take seriously what the veteran riders said about cycling rules. It’s just riding a bike—how strict can it be? But after cycling for over a year, witnessing a few crashes and hearing about many cycling accidents, I gradually understood why we do these things!!! 1: The helmet is crucial...
The KAILAS Rock Tour has officially launched, with 4 exciting surprises waiting for you to join in!
2013, outdoor, travel, rock climbing, Spain！A major outdoor event called the Rock Tour will simultaneously kick off in 36 cities and 48 host locations across the country. Join the KAILAS Rock Tour and experience the extraordinary charm of Spanish rock dancing. Start now, show off your rock climbing style...
The North Face 100® 2013 Beijing International Trail Challenge - Course Introduction
The North Face 100® 2013 Beijing International Trail Challenge, highly anticipated by endurance runners and outdoor sports enthusiasts, will kick off on May 4, 2013. This trail challenge will highlight the concept of "the most professional trail running" while aligning with The North Face®'s 2013 nationwide campaign "Go Wild, Go Discover..."
Lonely Planet to host another Soapbox event in April, featuring Li Diansheng sharing his life of trekking
Following the successful conclusion of the March "Stargazers Soapbox" event "A Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins with An" in Shanghai, the Shehe brand has once again partnered with Lonely Planet magazine to invite renowned Chinese trekker Mr. Li Diansheng to discuss the "life of trekking" with Stargazers.
A Winter on Adrenaline — Commemorating My First Snowboarding Season
One Sunday in late March, as I was whisked up the high-speed lift at La Faucille and dropped into a carve edge, leaping and landing smoothly back into a glide, I thought back to the start of the season when I envied a guy who bounced back up like a spring after falling on the same lift and kept riding. I felt I had genuinely improved. In summary, snowboarding is all about...
Marathon security becomes a challenge as safety measures are upgraded for various events
The Boston Marathon, founded in 1897, is the world’s oldest marathon race. Known as the "No. 1" in the field, this event is also the most-watched sporting event in the U.S. after the Super Bowl, awarding its winners with an olive wreath symbolizing peace. However, no one could have anticipated that on April 15 local time in the U.S....
What essential items do you know for outdoor trips during May Day?
April, with its warm spring weather and blooming flowers, is undoubtedly a great season for an outing. Where should you choose to go during this season? You should opt for places with mountains and water to reconnect with nature. Enjoy the fresh air, the lush greenery covering the hills, and the flowers that nature bestows upon us in this season. Such travel not only costs less but also brings many benefits to our health...
Book People - Lin Kexiao Takes Off His Suit to Climb Mountains
At 4 p.m., Lin Kexiao, General Manager of Taishin Financial Holdings, in his crisp suit, hurriedly left his busy office and rushed to a publishing house on the other side of the city. Two hours later, he left again in the twilight, hurrying back to his hectic office to continue battling the aftermath of the financial crisis until late at night. On this ordinary workday, why did a stressed-out financial CEO rush to the publishing house to meet an editor and the reporters waiting to interview him? This time, it wasn’t about national economic issues but something deeply personal—49-year-old Lin Kexiao was set to publish his first book, *Finding the Path* (published by Yuan-Liou Publishing), at the end of December. Of course, the new book isn’t about finance but about the soul-stirring seven-year journey he undertook into the deep mountains of Nan’ao in search of the “Shayun Trail.” Attracted by the legend of the girl Shayun
Hiker falls off cliff, rescued by helicopter
Continuous rainfall in the mountainous areas of Nantou County led to an emergency for two hikers from northern Taiwan who were climbing the Nenggao and Andongjun mountains. Twenty-nine-year-old Ye Ziwei fell off a cliff and sustained serious injuries. His companion, Li Zehong, was unable to help and ran on foot to Aowanda, where he had mobile phone reception, to call for help. Police, volunteer firefighters, and forest rangers joined forces with the Air Rescue Squadron in a large-scale search operation, and the injured hiker was transported to hospital around noon on the 21st. Zeng Xingming, deputy chief of the Second Brigade of the Nantou County Fire Bureau, stated that Ye Ziwei and Li Zehong, who reside in Tianmu, Taipei City, entered the trail at the Tungyuan hiking entrance on the 16th and had planned to descend on the 20th. However, around 3 p.m. two days ago, Ye Ziwei slipped and fell into a valley along a trail approximately 15 kilometers from the entrance, resulting in severe spinal injuries. After Li Zehong sought help from the police and firefighters, firefighters Su Yusheng and Shen Wenguang, along with forest rangers Li Zhengyi and Li Qingxiong from the Forestry Bureau, carried various ropes and set out on foot.
More powerful than a handheld device！The ultra-capable Garmin fēnix smartwatch
Spring is a great season for sports—the weather is mild, the clothing is light, and you can enjoy the beauty of blooming flowers while exercising. If you’re an avid hiker or adventurer, you definitely need a practical and durable outdoor navigation device. The Garmin (佳明) fēnix professional GPS watch is just such a product...
Scanning the city – British hiker rescued after being trapped
Taoyuan: British hiker James was reportedly trapped in Beichadian Mountain due to heavy fog. The Fuxing Fire Department located him and he has been sent to Sanxia’s Enzhugong Hospital for treatment.
The Highest Graduation Ceremony: Sixth Graders Conquer Yushan
Having sixth graders summit Yushan has become a tradition for the elementary school division of HowToTrip Bilingual Experimental High School. This year, a total of 152 sixth graders will climb Yushan, the highest peak in Northeast Asia, starting on the 10th. They will receive their graduation certificates at the summit, symbolizing reaching the pinnacle of their elementary school education. The school hopes that through seven months of training and the challenging mountain trek, the students will build strong beliefs and perseverance, and be brave enough to face the next stage of challenges. The “Chasing Dreams at HowToTrip · Fulfilling Dreams on Yushan” pledge ceremony was held at HowToTrip Bilingual Experimental High School on the morning of the 6th. The 152 graduating students, under the mentorship of seventh graders who successfully summited last year and the blessings of fifth graders, pledged their commitment to climbing Yushan, expressing their dedication to respecting, cleaning, and preserving the mountain environment. This team of young climbers, all just 12 years old, will set off for Yushan in four groups between the 10th and 19th, where they will receive their graduation certificates at the summit. The school stated
Pasaban Conquers 14 High Mountains, Aims for the Final Summit
Who will be the first woman to conquer the world’s fourteen peaks over 8,000 meters? The race is heating up. Edurne Pasaban, a 36-year-old Spanish mountaineer, completed her thirteenth peak—Annapurna, standing at 8,091 meters—on the seventeenth, officially entering the final stretch. With just one more successful climb of Shishapangma, she will become the first female climber to achieve this remarkable feat. Pasaban’s climbing team is set to head to Tibet in the coming days to prepare for the ascent of Shishapangma, which stands at 8,021 meters. However, obstacles remain—not only is Shishapangma a peak she has failed to summit four times, but she also faces competition from 44-year-old Korean climber Oh Eun-sun. Oh reached her thirteenth peak last August, taking an early lead in the women’s race for the fourteen 8,000-meter summits. But she failed in her October attempt on Annapurna and has since returned to the mountain to try again.