Classic Itineraries
Drive cautiously and slowly. Be extra vigilant against rear-end collisions in rainy and foggy weather.
Hainan Provincial Traffic Police launched traffic safety measures for the Spring Festival travel season today. In response to the characteristics of travel during this period, the Provincial Traffic Police Corps has issued travel advisories. Drivers are urged to enhance safety awareness, consciously avoid traffic violations, and return home safely to reunite with their families. Prepare your vehicle for winter conditions before the holiday...
The Roaring Snow on Banji Peak @ Red Flag, the opening article of the 2012 series "Wild Snow Bible – Only for That Powder in the Sky" by Che Qi...
In 2011, outdoor sports in China were booming, the number of "hikers" was increasing, and various accidents followed one after another. The safety and management of outdoor activities became a focal point of concern. Recently, the Social Survey Center of China Youth Daily conducted a survey titled "Who Should Be Responsible for Hikers' Adventures..." through Minyi China and NetEase News Center...
Germany's top trekking pole brand LEKI: 2012 ski poles officially launched in China
In 2010, the German top trekking pole brand LEKI, which signed an exclusive agency agreement with Nanjing Biancheng Outdoor Products Co., Ltd., began entering the Chinese market and achieved excellent market performance. In January 2012, LEKI ski poles were officially launched in the Chinese market. Their eye-catching design and mature technical systems will bring more surprises to China's skiing enthusiasts...
Outdoor sports accidents occur frequently, public calls for banning unqualified organizers of expeditions
In 2011, outdoor sports in China flourished, with an increasing number of "travel enthusiasts" and a constant stream of various accidents, making the safety and management of outdoor activities a focal point of public concern. Recently, the Social Survey Center of China Youth Daily conducted an online survey titled "Who Should Be Responsible for Travel Enthusiasts' Expedition Accidents" through Minyi China Network and NetEase News Center (with 1,990 participants), showing that 59.6% of respondents enjoy outdoor expeditions. 42.3% support self-organized outdoor expeditions by travel enthusiasts, but 25.2% oppose them, and 32.5% are unsure. Among the respondents, those born in the 1970s accounted for 37.3%, and those born in the 1980s made up 42.5%.
Sophomore cyclist rides 348 km home in 3 days
“Youth is the time to do crazy things. Some things, if not done now, may never happen.” On New Year’s Day, Wang Jun, a sophomore majoring in civil engineering at Hubei University of Technology, set off from campus on his bicycle, covering 348 kilometers through physical and mental challenges, and returned to his home in Xiangyang in three days, completing his “crazy journey.” On the 10th, a reporter connected with...
No need to queue for tickets — renting a car to drive home for the holidays is becoming a trend
As the Spring Festival approaches, renting a car to go home for the holidays has become a new fashion in the Ice City. Although renting a car is more expensive than taking public transportation, driving yourself saves the hassle of buying tickets and allows you to carry a lot of luggage, which is why it has attracted many people going home for the holidays. On the 9th, reporters found that some car rental companies in Harbin have had their self-drive vehicles...
The grand launch of Kolumb (Gelunbu) 2012 Autumn/Winter New Collection “Snowfield Flag Cloud” was held
From January 8 to 11, 2012, the Kolumb (Gelunbu) 2012 Autumn/Winter New Collection launch event was grandly held in Shanghai. Nearly 500 dealers, partners, media representatives, Kolumb (Gelunbu) executives, and employees from across the country gathered together to witness this remarkable moment for the Kolumb (Gelunbu) brand and its products. ...
The 10th Red Bull Nanshan Open kicks off on the 14th as riders from around the world aim for the peak of Nanshan
Following the conclusion of the qualification round for Chinese athletes at the 10th Red Bull Nanshan Open at Beijing Nanshan Ski Resort on January 7, the main event—the finals—are set to unfold this weekend (January 14–15) with fierce competition. On January 11, the event organizers, together with Red Bull, held a riders’ meet-and-greet, where 22 international athletes from 12 countries and...
9-year-old American boy becomes the youngest to fly a hot air balloon solo, breaking world record
At the recently concluded Mexico Hot Air Balloon Festival, 9-year-old American boy Bobby Bradley piloted an ultralight hot air balloon for about 26 minutes in the sky and landed safely, setting a new record for the youngest person to fly a solo hot air balloon. Humans are born without wings, yet their longing for the skies never ceases. In December 1903...
How much do you know about outdoor travel insurance?
Going on an outdoor trip is a wonderful experience. To make your journey even better, safety must also be considered. Have you thought about what to watch out for when traveling, or whether you should purchase travel insurance? In fact, when you plan your trip—whether it's a group tour, self-driving, or...
On January 2, 2012, a Shenyang hiker was injured while climbing and died despite rescue efforts
Editor's note: This is a post from a hiker in Liaoyang, shared here to remind everyone to pay extra attention to safety outdoors. Risks are everywhere, and the outdoors is no exception. We must avoid unnecessary risks and fights we’re not prepared for. Learn outdoor knowledge in our spare time, build up physical strength regularly, and never let our guard down when it comes to safety. The joy of the outdoors...
【Rock Climbing Techniques】Two Descent Methods in Rock Climbing Rescue
This article introduces two methods for descending together with the rescuer and the person being rescued. The Assisted Rappel and Counter-Weight Rappel techniques can be used when a climbing partner is injured during a multi-pitch climb and needs to descend, or when guiding a novice down. The Assisted Rappel...
Fushun and Harbin won gold medals in the men's and women's compulsory events of snowboarding halfpipe, respectively.
Athletes compete in the men's snowboarding halfpipe compulsory event. The snowboarding halfpipe competition of the 12th National Winter Games made its debut on the morning of the 9th at the Beidahu Ski Resort in Jilin. Although the compulsory event held that day was relatively less difficult, mistakes still occurred frequently on the field. In the end, Hu Yi from Fushun and...
Xiamen to Host International Mountain Cross-Country Race in March
The first Xiamen (Haicang) International Mountain Cross-Country Open (shortened as the Haicang Cross-Country Race) will kick off at Tianzhu Mountain on March 3 this year, with registration now open. It is reported that both the start and finish points of the Haicang Cross-Country Race will be located at Dongfu New City Commercial Street, and the course will run eastward through the entire Tianzhu Mountain Tourist Scenic Area, integrating the low mountain and hilly terrain of Tianzhu Mountain...
Kenyan runner breaks record at Xiamen Marathon; Chinese women miss medals
On the 7th, the 10th Xiamen Marathon concluded, with Kenyan athlete Peter winning the men's title and breaking the event record, while the women's champion went to Ethiopian runner Kasim. For the first time, Chinese female runners failed to secure any medals, with the best result being Jin Lingling’s 6th place. In the men's event, the African contingent led from start to finish...
The Xiamen Marathon Shines with Highlights Over a Decade of Development; A Grand Celebration Marks Its 10th Anniversary
At the end of 2002, a Xiamen long-distance running enthusiast named Zhang Bingzhong suggested holding a marathon along the scenic Island Ring Road in Xiamen. In January 2012, the Xiamen Marathon, now "ten years old," welcomed 73,643 runners from around the world. Over the past decade, the Xiamen Marathon has evolved from an event with just 1,000 participants in its first edition...
Guizhou CPPCC members suggest leveraging mountain sports resources to help impoverished mountainous areas shake off poverty
Most of Guizhou Province is mountainous, with abundant mountain sports resources, but many people living in these areas are impoverished. CPPCC members from Guizhou Province suggest vigorously promoting the development of outdoor mountain sports and boosting tertiary industries such as tourism through sports, making it a new path to help mountain residents escape poverty. The ongoing Guizhou Provincial...
Basic Knowledge About ROSSIGNOL SKIS
Since the 1970s, ROSSIGNOL has accelerated its expansion by acquiring DYNASTAR, nationalizing private enterprises, going public, establishing overseas production bases... Gradually, ROSSIGNOL became one of the world’s top ski equipment manufacturers. It now offers a complete range of skiing products, including skis, boots, bindings, and poles...
Dreamy Reflections: A Look at the World’s “Floating” Cities
About 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water, but when water becomes a defining feature of a major city, something magical happens: boats replace cars, rivers become streets, and the reflections of skyscrapers in the water appear distorted. The pace of daily life also slows down, warm and cozy...
New Colorway of Adidas Marathon TR10 Released
The founder of adidas, Mr. Adi Dassler, was an outdoor running enthusiast. It was precisely because of his passion for this sport that, starting from the 1960s, adidas began creating special shoes for the unique activity of marathon running. A durable outsole designed for “shock absorption and comfort,” an outsole heel with flexibility to enhance “...