Classic Itineraries
Running doesn’t need to be done every day — your body needs “rest days”
Want a healthy body? We must exercise, and many people choose running as their form of workout. But can running really lead to a healthy body? Let’s hear what fitness trainers have to say. To achieve results from running, three key indicators should be met. We’re taught from a young age that exercise must be consistent. So, many believe that once...
10 Essential Tools for Wilderness Survival
Most outdoor enthusiasts are puzzled about what to pack in their wilderness first aid kit. We believe these are the essential supplies needed for traversing desert wilderness. Of course, a GPS and a satellite phone would be very useful, but what we’ve collected here are mainly inexpensive backups in case those devices are damaged or unusable...
Equipment Capital Witnesses the Soaring Path of China’s Outdoor Leisure Industry in the Post-Olympic Era
In recent years, as people’s understanding of leisure concepts and sports philosophies has deepened, outdoor activities have gradually transitioned from being a niche pursuit of a small group of “adventure enthusiasts” to rapidly expanding among the general public. Especially after the 2008 Beijing Olympics, outdoor sports and the associated outdoor spirit have been actively promoted to a broader audience...
Hubei Master's Graduate Plans to Quit Job for a London Cycling Adventure
On the 31st, the official website of the "2012 Ride to London for the Olympics" announced the list of 16 team members selected through the preliminary rounds. Wang Rui, a 26-year-old from Xiangyang City, Hubei Province, stood out among over 300 applicants nationwide, not only securing a spot on the team but also taking on the role of team leader for one of the routes. The London cycling initiative is organized by Guangzhou Qitianxia Education...
Rope Knowledge A ― Classification and Construction of Ropes
If you take a 40-foot (12-meter) fall, you’ll reach speeds of 35 miles per hour (56 kilometers per hour). Add just 1.6 seconds, and you’re looking at a 130-foot (40-meter) fall at 70 miles per hour (115 kilometers per hour). Imagine hitting 155 miles per hour (250 kilometers per hour) — the ultimate speed — and you...
An ice trekking expedition successfully crossed Qinghai Lake, covering a distance of 25 kilometers.
On February 2, the expedition team participating in the 2012 Ice Trek Across Qinghai Lake endured extreme cold, treacherous icy surfaces, and arduous conditions on the frozen lake. After more than six hours, they successfully traversed from the Erlangjian Scenic Area to Erhai on the eastern shore of the lake. While pushing their limits on the ice, the team members also marveled at the mysterious and stunning icy landscapes on the lake...
2011 Q4 National Star-Rated Hotel Openings Statistical Report
According to an incomplete survey by Mydata Travel Research Institute on domestic hotel openings, in Q4 2011, 56 star-rated hotels were opened in China, with a total of over 16,748 rooms (suites). The data shows that among the hotels rated three stars and above (including three stars) opened in Q4, the number of five-star hotels surged dramatically, accounting for as much as 86%...
Domestic travel prices continue to decline month by month as Sanya tourism gains momentum
In December this year, China's traveler consumption prices continued to hit new lows. Compared to May of this year, they have dropped by 24%, falling another 2% from November. In contrast to the continuous rise in China's CPI, the burden of travel on Chinese residents is decreasing month by month. This month, Sanya tourism prices rose by 6%, indicating that the peak travel season is approaching. Recently, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences Tourism Research Center and Lvmama Travel Network jointly released the "China Traveler Consumption Price Index (TPI)" December 2011 report. The report shows that, using May 2011 as the base period, the national TPI in December was 0.76, down 2% month-on-month from November.
Highlights of the German ISPO FISCHER Booth
Highlights of the German ISPO FISCHER Booth: The HYBRID series snowboards and Ranger series backcountry boots that adapt to both groomed slopes and off-piste powder. Function diagram: One-click transformation switch!!! The yellow switch moves up, lifting the tail when weighted, transforming it into a ROCKER board suitable for backcountry conditions; the yellow switch...
15 backpackers ring in the New Year overseas, rent RVs to tour Australia’s scenic wonders
A university teacher and backpacker nicknamed “Sunflower,” along with 14 other backpackers from Wuhan, rented three RVs to self-drive across Australia before and after this year’s Spring Festival. Over 16 days, they traveled more than 2,700 kilometers, journeying from the southern city of Melbourne to the northern tourist destination of Cairns, traversing Australia’s picturesque east coast. Yesterday, some members of the self-drive group shared their unique travel experiences during the Year of the Dragon Spring Festival with reporters.
Backpackers Want to Retrace Siguniangshan Route – Scenic Area Responds Boldly on Weibo
The day before yesterday, Hubei TV’s “Break Out of Crisis” program posted a Weibo announcement: Liu Yachao, a backpacker who went missing in Siguniangshan for 10 days and miraculously survived three years ago, will soon join the show and lead the crew back to Siguniangshan. This immediately raised concerns for the Siguniangshan scenic area...
Hiker falls to death in snow while mountain climbing; a senior student from National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan goes missing
According to reports, “We kept telling him not to climb, but he just loved it,” said Xu Huachen’s father sorrowfully. His son had joined the mountaineering club of National Cheng Kung University’s Mountain Association since his freshman year and often went hiking. Worried about potential dangers, he had tried to dissuade him many times. “I never thought something like this would actually happen.” Xu’s mother rushed to the mountains in Nantou to wait, weeping with anxiety, and said, “Huachen had only gone hiking with his seniors after the New Year at home...”
A new way of running—aquatic running
The aquatic running referred to here requires participants to wear specially designed aquatic workout clothing and then run in waist-deep water. The purpose of wearing this gear is to help the body maintain a slight forward lean and enhance buoyancy to prevent choking on water. This is a highly trendy yet very practical fitness activity. Since running in water involves much greater resistance...
15th day of the first lunar month, Year of the Dragon — Top spots in China to admire lantern displays
Shandong Zhoucun: “Hospitable Shandong New Year Festival” — The “Celebrating Chinese New Year in Zhoucun” event in Shandong is a renowned tourism brand under the “Hospitable Shandong New Year Festival.” It has become a must-visit destination on domestic and international travel routes for the Spring Festival and Lantern Festival. For a more festive New Year atmosphere, head to Zhoucun for a joyful celebration during Chinese New Year. During the 2012 Spring Festival period, the Ancient Commercial City scenic area in Zhoucun, Zibo City, Shandong Province...
Introduction to the Uses and Symbols of Rock Climbing Gear
Generally speaking, gear that carries the certification mark of the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA) and the European Standard (CE) mark can ensure safety. Currently, such equipment is mainly produced in countries like France, the UK, Italy, and the United States, where the sport has been practiced for a longer time. ...
Winter Skiing Experience: Fun for Dogs and Humans Alike — Beyond Huskies, Bulldogs Also Go Wild
Preparing to Take Your Dog Skiing Requires Early Planning
"Safety Traps" in Ski Resorts
News Recap: According to Huashang Morning Post, on January 9, at the "Happy Snow World" ski resort in Dalian, Cao Yang (a pseudonym), a 20-year-old university student, skied out of the trail, collided with a nearby pole, and ultimately died despite rescue efforts. "Skiing is fun, but safety is a major concern." Ms. Li, a resident of Shenyang, originally...
Freestyle Skiing World Cup: Chinese Youngster Claims Third Consecutive Title
On January 30, the Freestyle Skiing World Cup Canada stop concluded in Calgary. In the women's aerials event, Chinese athlete Xu Mengtao, having won the previous two World Cup stops, once again claimed the gold medal with a score of 98.52, achieving a three-peat at this season’s World Cup. Under the new competition format, the Chinese women’s team still sent...
Vacation rentals make independent travel even more flexible — Tujia apartments fully booked during Spring Festival
According to statistics, 70% of tourists during the Year of the Dragon’s Spring Festival chose independent travel. Faced with such a huge independent travel market, industry professionals analyze: as travel concepts evolve, an increasing number of small-group travelers—such as couples and families—are opting for vacation apartment stays, especially in the domestic tourism market during the Spring Festival...
Introduction to 18 Types of Fabrics for Outdoor Sportswear
1. mont-bell's Three-Tier Waterproof Fabric System