Classic Itineraries
Final day of Garmin-Barracuda's training camp in Spain
Family photo shoot of the Garmin-Barracuda teamAfter a brief recovery ride and “media day,” the ten-day training camp of the Garmin-Barracuda team came to an end on Wednesday. The American squad set up their training base on Spain’s Costa Blanca in Calpe, while two other teams—Astana and Green...
One table, one chair, one world: Europe by bicycle
Europe already has a cycling tradition. It is said that during the process of industrialization, in the 1970s, Amsterdam once struggled over whether the cycling infrastructure should give way to motor vehicle lanes. Eventually, a public vote decided that urban road construction would continue to prioritize cycling convenience. In recent years, discussions on climate change have sparked a new wave of enthusiasm for bicycle culture across Europe. Belgium, Denmark, and France are all well-known as “bike-friendly” countries.
Smuggling of Chinese-made bicycles is harming Pakistan's industry
Pakistan's bicycle production is under immense pressure from significant overcapacity. Total output in 2011 dropped by over 25% compared to 2010, reaching 284,865 units. The Pakistani bicycle industry had produced 449,400 units as recently as 2006, while the annual production capacity stands at 1.45 million units. The decline in bicycle production is...
Fischer athlete Ivica moves up to first in the overall World Cup standings
January 22, 2012, Kisbeth, Austria, FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Slalom and Combined (Men): During the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup event in Kisbeth, Austria, Fischer athlete Ivica Kostelic won the traditional combined event and placed third in the slalom, earning 160 points, moving up in the 2011/12 World Cup overall...
A backpack you can both "wear" and "sit on" – KEEN Springer
When you're often outdoors, drowsiness is inevitable. What should outdoor and travel enthusiasts do when they get tired from walking? Must they set up camp or check into a hotel to rest? The outdoor brand KEEN has recently launched the Springer backpack, which offers a more convenient and comfortable way to rest – by turning the backpack into a lounge chair. Strictly speaking, the KEEN Spri...
Zhoucun Ancient Commercial City Becomes a Global Stage for Cultural Exchange – Foreigners Share Elements of Chinese Culture
During the Spring Festival, Zhoucun Ancient Commercial City comprehensively showcased the traditional culture and modern charm of Zhoucun to foreign friends, presenting its unique and captivating tourism resources and local folk customs. It has become an international stage for cultural exchange between China and the world. The diverse elements of Chinese culture found in the ancient city serve as excellent material for promoting traditional Chinese culture and showcasing Zhoucun...
Immerse Yourself in Rustic Charm: A Stylish Non-Full Loop Tour of Taiwan
Traveling Through Towns, Stories Abound
The Skiing Champion Dream of the Tuva Herders: Promoting the Ancient Fur Snowboard Sport
Ma Liqin is polishing his championship trophy. The Altay-Kanas Scenic Area is the only settlement of the Mongolian Tuva people in China. For 800 years, during the seven-month-long winter each year in Kanas, the Tuva people have hunted prey on the high Altai Mountains, wearing ancient fur snowboards and carrying homemade bows and arrows. Over the past 20 years, even after hunting was banned...
Reflections on the Mount Siguniang Tragedy: Mountain Climbing Has Its Barriers
Reflections on the January 27 tragedy on Mount Siguniang’s Third Peak, written in Shuangqiaogou, Siguniang Mountain area. To climb snowy mountains safely, finding a suitable guide is not enough—the climber themselves must possess certain qualities (including high-altitude acclimatization, hiking skills, equipment use, etc.). Additionally, one should have a thorough understanding and anticipation of weather changes and seasonal variations in routes...
Adidas Kids' New Outdoor Collection Launched in China
In December 2011, equipment designed for young outdoor "sporty stars" has always been highly anticipated—not only must it fit well and be easy to put on, but it also needs to provide warmth, breathability, UV protection, wind and rain resistance, as well as comprehensive safety features. In spring 2012, the Adidas Kids series has carefully...
Introduction to Rock Climbing Figure — Chris Sharma
The rock climbing idol of this era: Chris Sharma (commonly translated as 克里斯·夏玛, also nicknamed “Sha Ma” or “Sha Ma” by domestic climbers), hails from Santa Cruz, California, USA, and was born in April 1981. He began learning to climb at the age of 12 and attended Madonna Mountain School for preparatory studies until he was 15. Even at that age...
Travelers, safety first: China’s top ten "Bermuda Triangle highways"
Traffic accident issues in China are extremely severe. The number of deaths caused by road traffic injuries in China ranks first in the world each year, increasing at a rate of 10% annually. Yet, inexplicably, there are just a few particular road sections across the country that are especially prone to traffic accidents, earning them the nickname "death zones."...
VF Corporation and Puma Bid to Acquire Norwegian Outdoor Brand Helly Hansen
According to the UK's Sunday Times, VF Corporation and Puma have recently been bidding to acquire the Norwegian outdoor brand Helly Hansen, with an estimated purchase price of around £200 million. Since 2006, the parent company of Helly Hansen has been the Nordic private equity investment firm Altor Equity Partners. Currently, Helly Han...
Six Little Ways to Improve Your On-Sight Climbing Ability
This article is from page 132 of climbing180, written by Matt Samet. It is not a direct translation but has been adapted in narrative style while largely retaining the key points and original meaning. The author, after falling just before the top on an on-sight attempt, was determined to improve their on-sight skills and came up with...
The La Sportiva Thailand Bikini Bouldering Competition was a great success
On January 23, 2012, the first day of the Lunar New Year, the bikini bouldering competition organized by the La Sportiva brand on Krabi Beach in Thailand was a great success. During this Spring Festival, approximately 50 rock climbers flew from China to Krabi, Asia’s climbing mecca, to enjoy a climbing holiday. The La Sportiva brand specially organized a bikini bouldering competition for these passionate climbing enthusiasts...
Hunan tourists involved in accident while visiting scenic area, fall into hundred-meter-deep valley sustaining serious injuries
Firefighters rescue three tourists who fell off a cliff in a valley, one seriously injured and two with minor injuries after falling into the hundred-meter-deep Maling River Gorge. Overnight rescue operation by firefighters in Xingyi, Guizhou, for three tourists from Hunan who fell into a deep valley in the Maling River Canyon National Scenic Area in Xingyi City, leaving their lives hanging in the balance. After an all-night life-saving effort by firefighters in Xingyi, 110 police officers, and medical staff from the Qiannan Prefecture Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital...
9 Hutongs in Beijing Worth Visiting – The Humanistic Charm of Ancient Alleys
Must-visit spots for both domestic and international tourists in Beijing include Nanluoguxiang, also known as "Centipede Alley," Shichahai's unique commercial street Yandai Xiejie, and the historically rich Mao’er Hutong... Beijing’s hutongs are full of stories, with each street carrying deep history and a strong Beijing flavor. Nanluoguxiang...
Chongli Real Estate Projects Feature Price-Guarantee Agreements — First of Its Kind Nationwide
According to the London Organising Committee, based on the newly established route for the 2012 Olympic road cycling events, up to 15,000 spectators may be able to enjoy the best views of the world’s top cyclists in action during the London Olympics. The original route would have only allowed 3,500 people to secure prime viewing spots...
Group of self-driving travelers stranded in snow after forgetting snow chains
6 people stranded in snow while sightseeing On the third day of the Lunar New Year, amid strong winds and heavy snowfall, temperatures at Chongqing's Hongchiba National Forest Park had dropped to around zero degrees Celsius. The stranded individuals repeatedly called firefighters to report that six people—including two children—were trapped in their vehicle. Due to the extreme cold, some people had lost sensation in the soles of their feet...
Jiangyou Doumu Mountain: Tens of Thousands Climb for Blessings
From New Year’s Eve to the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, over 30,000 people visited Jiangyou Doumu Mountain to participate in mountain-climbing blessings, watch thrilling tightrope performances, and engage in other folk activities, enjoying a joyful Spring Festival. According to reports, climbing to welcome the new year is a folk tradition cherished by the Chinese for thousands of years. Starting early on New Year’s Eve,...