According to Turkish media reports, 18-year-old Turkish national ski team member Aslı Nemutlu died unexpectedly during training in northeastern Turkey on the day. The report stated that Nemutlu injured her neck while training at the Konaklı Ski Center in Erzurum Province. She was given emergency treatment at the hospital, but her life could not be saved....
Longyearbyen is the capital of Svalbard, located on Spitsbergen Island. It is the world’s northernmost “city,” closest to the North Pole. In my opinion, it might be more accurate to call it a settlement, as it has only about 2,000 permanent residents. In Svalbard, ...
Gulangyu, this charming little island, is enough to make your mouth water just hearing its name. Every winter marks the off-season for tourism in Xiamen and Gulangyu. Visiting the island during this time allows you to avoid the bustling crowds at the docks, find a cozy homestay, and settle in for a few peaceful days. In this unique way, you can slowly soak in the beauty of the island...
On January 15, 2012, the 10th Red Bull Nanshan Open, a TTR five-star event and the China stop of the World Snowboard Tour, came to a successful close. After intense competition, Juuso Laivisto, the Finnish Red Bull-sponsored rider and defending champion from the 8th Red Bull Nanshan Open, defeated Roope Tonteri, currently ranked first in the TTR Slopestyle rankings...
On the morning of January 1, 2012, following the conclusion of the "Bimo Blessing Ceremony" where the highland herders of Gesala Scenic Area bathed in the first ray of sunlight of the new year, the National Mountain Hiking Festival from Ertan to Gesala also came to a close. Nearly a thousand hiking enthusiasts who participated in this hiking festival carried with them aspirations for the new year and the best wishes of the people of Yanbian...
From January 8–9, 2012, the 2nd Kolumb (Golonbu) Forum, themed "Seize Opportunities, Achieve Rapid Growth," was held during the 2012 Autumn/Winter New Product Launch. Taking advantage of the launch event, the Kolumb (Golonbu) brand engaged in in-depth communication and exchange with both new and existing clients, helping them better understand the brand and accelerating the brand’s development. ...
Not everyone understands the charm of "eight thousand miles under clouds and moon," nor does everyone get the chance to realize their dreams. In 2012, Gore-Tex once again selects lucky individuals with courage and ability. This year, participants can fulfill not just one, but two dreams: outdoor adventure and photography.
"We are like a handful of flowing sand, stumbling beneath the dense prayer flags. Not for the girl Dolma under the flowers, but to circle the mountains, waters, and stupas — just to catch a glimpse of the secret paradise in our dreams, the cliffs in our hearts, and those trembling blossoms." Many backpackers hum this song as they embark on their kora journey. For Tibetan people, kora is a deeply sacred act. Taking three steps, then kneeling...
In just a few years, the number of ski resorts in Shandong has surged dramatically. Currently, there are 13 open resorts, and this growth trend continues. At the end of last year, Yu Chong, director of the Shandong Provincial Tourism Bureau, said in a media interview that Shandong’s goal is to build 40 to 50 ski resorts. Does Shandong really need so many ski resorts?...
As the 12th National Winter Games nears its end, the halfpipe skiing event has entered its most exciting phase—the freestyle runs. At the final freestyle competition of the halfpipe skiing event held at the Beidahu Ski Resort in Jilin, 20-year-old female athlete Li Shuang successfully won her third gold medal, while 20-year-old male athlete Zhang Yiwei also claimed his second. The young...
From the moment you hop on your bicycle, you form a close bond with it. As a bike lover, don’t just treat your bicycle as a means of transportation—bring it home, and it becomes your companion. When you and your bicycle reach a state of harmony, you’ll naturally listen to and observe your beloved ride while cycling...
According to Turkish media reports, 18-year-old Turkish national ski team member Aslı Nemutlu died unexpectedly while training in northeastern Turkey that day. The report said Nemutlu suffered a neck injury during training at the Konaklı Ski Resort in Erzurum Province. She was treated at the hospital, but her life could not be saved. ...
On the morning of January 1, 2012, as the "Bimo Blessing Ceremony: Bathing in the First Ray of Sunshine of the New Year" at the highland pasture of the Gesala Scenic Area came to an end, the Liangshan to Gesala National Mountain Hiking Event also drew to a close. Nearly a thousand hiking enthusiasts who participated in this event, carrying their aspirations for the new year and the warm blessings of the people of Yanbian...
In just a few years, the number of ski resorts in Shandong has surged sharply. There are currently 13 operational resorts, and this growth trend continues. At the end of last year, Yu Chong, director of the Shandong Provincial Tourism Bureau, said in a media interview that Shandong’s goal is to build 40 to 50 ski resorts. Does Shandong really need so many ski resorts?...
Bridging rescue for stranded hikers Outdoor sports are enjoyed by more and more people. On January 14, 2012, the Sichuan Mountaineering Association organized the “Sichuan Mountaineering and Outdoor Sports Rescue Conference,” reporting three mountain accident incidents in 2011 caused by rule violations, resulting in one death and two missing persons. According to data published by the Chinese Mountaineering Association...
When it comes to Richard Berger, almost everyone draws a blank, but mention Richie Bell, and he’s a household name among skiers in China. His masterful runs in *Level 6 Slalom* are absolutely mesmerizing. Filmed in 2002, the movie remains an unsurpassed classic even a decade later. The...
Yichun currently has seven ski resorts, including Tieling Riyuexia, Meihua Mountain, Jinshan, and Taoshan. At these resorts, you can find nearly every kind of fun ice and snow activity imaginable: alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snow slides, snow mountain biking, dog sledding, snowmobile rides, and even more skill-demanding activities like ice skating, winter swimming, and ice hockey...
In just three or four years, the domestic outdoor sports industry has evolved from a handful of brands to dozens, with more and more brands riding the wave. Established brands are gaining momentum, new ones are emerging constantly, and the industry widely believes that in the near future, a clear tiered structure among domestic outdoor brands will emerge, along with signs of product diversification and segmentation. In this pre-consolidation struggle, brands need to identify niche markets, precisely position and market themselves, and innovate with differentiated marketing strategies amid fierce competition.
In PHILPOWER’s book 《WILDERNESSMOUNTAINEERING》, he equates risk with the amount of time exposed to the hazard multiplied by the likelihood of the hazard occurring. For example, climbing all day beneath other climbers is more dangerous than quickly passing beneath them. Similarly, the risk of an ice pillar collapsing when it's warm...
The bond between humans and horses can be traced back to the Neolithic Age, when horses were prey hunted by humans. As human civilization evolved, the uses of horses became increasingly diverse. People used horses to pull carts, transport goods, deliver messages, thereby enhancing work efficiency, shortening distances between places, and accelerating the pace of civilizational progress. ...