Classic Itineraries
A young man cycled from Qingdao to Paris and was once pointed at with a gun
In early June 2012, Su Yifeng quit his job as marketing manager at a company and set off from Qingdao to Paris. From June 16 to December 11, 2012, he traveled through 17 countries, covering nearly 20,000 kilometers in a total of 179 days... In early June 2012, Su Yifeng quit his job as marketing manager at a company and set off from Qingdao to...
How to Prevent and Treat Blisters from Hiking
Huangzhou Yi'ai Lake Park in Huanggang City, Hubei Province, has been rated as a national 4A-level tourist attraction, becoming the first park in Huanggang to receive this honor. According to reports, Yi'ai Lake Park is the largest open-themed park in eastern Hubei, covering an area of 7,555 mu, including 3,147 mu of land and 4,408 mu of water...
Qingdao Knight's 19-Day Horseback Ride Home from Inner Mongolia
Li Yuzhi often goes horseback riding for outings in Qingdao’s equestrian circles. There is a story about horseback riding that tells of a man from Qingdao who bought two horses in Inner Mongolia and rode them all the way back to Qingdao, taking a total of 19 days. This man from Qingdao is named Li Yuzhi, but he is more often called “Wulanhu,” which in Mongolian means...
Inadequate transportation infrastructure fuels China-style cycling
The Asahi Shimbun According to Japan’s Asahi Shimbun, Governor Heita Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture recently stated that the prefectural government is considering charging tourists who climb Mount Fuji, with the aim of protecting the mountain’s environment. The World Heritage Committee is set to meet in Cambodia this June, where Mount Fuji may be honored as a...
The most eco-friendly way for college students to go home: cycling to build resilience
Various ways college students go home during the holidays
A comparison of the world’s top outdoor rugged power banks — which one do you prefer?
In the eyes of many consumers, a power bank is simply a high-capacity backup battery for devices like smartphones. But as consumer needs become more diverse, power banks have gradually incorporated features such as flashlights, portable digital speakers, MP3 players, and even wireless routers. Under this trend, the niche product of rugged power banks has emerged...
Issues to watch out for when horseback riding as a beginner
1. Never stand directly behind or to the side-rear of a horse to avoid being kicked. 2. Before mounting, always have the guide or horse owner check that the girth is securely fastened—you must only mount once it is tight. A loose girth can cause the saddle to slip, which is extremely dangerous. Check the tightness of the girth periodically while riding as well. ...
Learning to Ski with Lao Pu —— Some Key Points and Insights on Carving Turns and Pole Planting
On December 30, 2012, the Green Field Skiing Section launched the "Coach Park Taehyun's Free Ski Technique Training Class" at Shijinglong, focusing on the basic techniques of giant slalom and slalom turns. Lao Pu was very professional and taught with great enthusiasm, and everyone learned very seriously. I’m submitting this report a bit late, and to make up for it, I’m sharing the content of my conversations with Lao Pu on the chairlift...
【Happy Sharing】Skiing Techniques and Self-Protection
1. Straight Downhill Skiing Method: This refers to skiing in a straight line. The specific method is as follows: place both feet on the skis, stand facing the direction you intend to ski, ensuring the skis remain parallel in all directions—up, down, left, and right. The distance between the two skis should be shoulder-width or knee-width apart. Slightly lean your upper body and knees forward, let your arms hang naturally with a slight bend at the elbows, and hold the ski poles...
I’d also like to talk about pole planting, with the focus on light touches.
I’d also like to discuss pole planting. Personally, I believe that the action of pole planting is just to help you maintain a better rhythm and balance, much like a tightrope walker using a long pole. It doesn’t actually need to plant firmly into the snow. Here’s why: many people say you must feel the rebound force after the pole touches the snow to initiate the upward movement. But then this...
Yiai Lake Park, the first 4A-level tourist park in Huanggang City
Yiai Lake Park in Huangzhou District, Huanggang City, Hubei Province, has been rated as a national 4A-level tourist attraction, becoming the first park in Huanggang to receive this honor. According to reports, Yiai Lake Park is the largest open-themed park in eastern Hubei, covering an area of 7,555 mu, including 3,147 mu of land and 4,408 mu of water...
The National Snowboarding Halfpipe Championships were held in Zhalantun.
The 2012–2013 National Snowboarding Halfpipe Championships, hosted by the Winter Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and organized by the Inner Mongolia Winter Sports Management Center, kicked off at Jinlongshan Ski Resort in Zhalantun. On the day of the event, Jinlongshan Ski Resort was bustling with people, as top snowboarders from across the country gathered...
Baoding improves its tourism product system to achieve a breakthrough in winter tourism
Skiing down Wolf Tooth Mountain, ice-skating on Baiyangdian Lake, shopping and soaking in hot springs in Baigou New Town... The Baoding Tourism Bureau of Hebei Province announced on the 7th that thanks to factors such as the Beijing-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway, the completion of the Zhangshi (Zhangjiakou-Shijiazhuang) Expressway, and the launch of a new tourism product system, the city has achieved a "breakthrough" in winter tourism. According to reports, the newly put-into-use...
Mount Fuji May Charge Climbing Fees as It Seeks UNESCO World Heritage Status
The Asahi Shimbun According to Japan’s Asahi Shimbun, Shizuoka Governor Hideaki Kawakatsu recently stated that the prefectural government is considering charging visitors to climb Mount Fuji in an effort to protect its environment. The World Heritage Committee is set to meet this June in Cambodia, where Mount Fuji may be honored as a World...
How can you ride with ease and confidence?
On the afternoon of December 28, 2012, in Beijing. Despite the -5°C cold, it did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of photography enthusiasts. A premium camera experience and outdoor photo shoot event for the BenQ GH800, themed “See Farther with Three Highs, Photography Knows No Bounds,” was being held enthusiastically in the renowned 798 Art District. This premium experience and outdoor shoot event...
A 68-year-old retired official in Fujian has cycled 80,000 km over 7 years to help the disabled
Old Chen visited an elderly woman who had just undergone cataract surgery, and she repeatedly thanked him for helping her regain her sight. Old Chen said that good tea is expensive these days, and he was afraid poor families would use it to thank him, so when he’s thirsty, he drinks from his own military-style water bottle. Reason for being moved: An old, worn bicycle, a faded military water bottle, and an old leather bag wrapped in plastic...
80s-born young man cycles through Australia and New Zealand for 35 days, spending just 12,000 yuan
Li Rui chose camping as his top accommodation option during his budget travels across Australia and New Zealand. Including all expenses such as food, drink, and other necessities, his average daily cost in Australia was 178 yuan, and in New Zealand, it was 214 yuan (including a 2,500-yuan skydive). His 35-day trip across Australia and New Zealand cost a total of 20,955 yuan, which also...
Changchun–Beidahu Ski Direct Bus Service Fully Launched – Special Winter Deals Are Here
A Five-Senses Winter Getaway on the 【Beidahu Special Train】. The launch of an "all-inclusive" service not only makes it more convenient for skiers from Beijing to head to Beidahu Ski Resort for skiing but also brings great news to skiers from other regions.
GIBBON Super Riders Selection Competition – China Region
Dute Company will host the Gibbon Super Riders Selection Competition at ISPO Beijing 2013. Following international slacklining competition standards, we will select five of China’s top freestyle slackliners to become Gibbon China’s Super Riders. These five Super Riders will receive sponsorship for all Gibbon events organized by our company and are expected to participate in the Gibbon World Cup. They may even become the first Chinese member of the Gibbon Pro Team.
OZARK becomes the outdoor gear partner for Ctrip's Global Hotel Experience Officer program
Have you ever thought about getting free outdoor gear, traveling around the world for free, and experiencing the most distinctive hotels in different places for free? Recently, Ctrip launched the Global Hotel Experience Officer campaign that can fulfill all your desires, and the professional outdoor brand OZARK has become the exclusive sponsor providing outdoor gear support for this event...