Classic Itineraries
Beginner runner seeking advice on running
I'm visiting this forum for the first time because I've been experiencing some discomfort while running recently, so I came to ask for advice from the more experienced runners. Before I ask my questions, let me briefly introduce myself. I was born in 1979, so I'm 34 years old this year. I have no history of consistent exercise. I'm 167 cm tall and weigh 70.5 kg. When I was 18, I was in a car accident...
Outdoor sales totaled 14.52 billion yuan in 2012, up 34.94%
On March 1, 2013, the Outdoor Products Branch of China Textile Commerce Association (COCA) released the "2012 Annual Survey Report on China's Outdoor Products Market" at the ISPO Sports Industry Forum. The report was shared with numerous well-known outdoor product brands, distributors, and media attendees, highlighting the development of China's outdoor products market in 2012...
Say goodbye to running misconceptions and keep your calves slim
Aerobic exercise for weight loss is no longer a new concept, and running has become the most accessible form of aerobic activity. Many people worry or even complain that running will make their calves thicker and muscles more developed. How can you avoid common running misconceptions? The following tips will definitely help. 1: Warm-up exercises Before exercising...
ISPO BEIJING 2013 adds fiery momentum to the Asian sports market
・Enthusiastic international exhibitors affirm the show’s influence・Multiple exhibition records broken again・Concurrent events cover all market focal points
The successful launch of the CVT 2013 Spring/Summer New Collection and the Autumn/Winter Order Exchange Event
In the early spring of March, Beijing welcomed the annual ISPO Beijing trade show. While the ISPO Beijing was in full swing, the CVT 2013 Spring/Summer New Collection Release and the 2013 Autumn/Winter Order and Exchange Event were also successfully held from February 28 to March 2, 2013, in the multi-function conference room of Block N at Beichen Huiyuan Hotel (opposite the Bird’s Nest). The event featured...
Snow Test Report Summary from On-Snow Demo
The ON SNOW DEMO snow test event has come to a successful conclusion. Based on the feedback collected from participants via testing cards, the official Green Field (Lvyehui) platform has provided a summary of the test data. A total of 142 test forms were collected, with snow enthusiasts rating the tested products on a scale of 1 to 5 (1 being the lowest, 5 the highest). Among them, Armada was the most popular brand among testers, with...
Passionate turns, energy-packed fun — the "Red Bull Cup 9th Green Field Skiing Showdown" kicks off joyfully...
Co-sponsored by Red Bull Vitamin Drink Co., Ltd. and organized by Green Field Outdoor Network, the "Red Bull Cup 9th Green Field Skiing Showdown" was grandly held on March 3, 2013, at Asia's largest ski resort — the Wanda Changbai Mountain International Resort. This year’s showdown attracted the enthusiasm of over 100 skiing enthusiasts from across the country, with more than 60...
2013 ISPO Beijing Expo: VAUDE Continues to Lead in Outdoor Sustainability
The 2013 Beijing ISPO Expo concluded successfully, with VAUDE, a leading brand in the outdoor industry, participating in the event. The expo not only brought economic benefits to VAUDE but also showcased to a wider audience the brand’s commitment to sustainability through its actions. On March 1, 2013, the head of VAUDE’s China market...
Ward participated in the China Outdoor Industry Sustainable Development Forum
On March 1, 2013, Zhong Chengsu, the head of Ward's China market, represented the company at the China Outdoor Industry Sustainable Development Forum held during the ISPO Beijing exhibition. During the forum’s discussion session, Zhong Chengsu reiterated Ward’s efforts and commitment to environmental protection, stating, “From every link in the product production chain...
China Hiking Network sets new trend for International Women's Day, "power walking" becomes a buzzword at the Two Sessions
On March 9, the China branch of the International Ramblers' Association (CVA) / "China Hiking Network" presented a unique gift for International Women's Day during the ongoing National Two Sessions — a large-scale themed hiking event titled [Power Walk, Women]. The confident and self-reliant "power walking" actions of contemporary Chinese women from all over...
What to Pay Attention to When Driving Out
Watching Swans Soaring in the Blue Sky at Miyun Reservoir & Spotting Eagles Hunting in Open Fields — For the long-awaited swans and for bird photography, I headed to Miyun Reservoir again yesterday (March 10, 2013) and returned with a bounty of captures. This day set multiple firsts. First, it was the first time in 2013 that swans were spotted at Miyun Reservoir; second, it was the first time I managed to photograph an eagle catching...
"Aji's Journey Through China": The global premiere press conference and brand licensing auction were successfully held ... ...
Mr. Wang Xiaoqing, Chairman of China Map Index, delivered a speech on stage. As the Year of the Snake approached, another major event in China's animation industry took place. On March 6, 2013, the event "Global Premiere Press Conference of the Domestic Animation 'Aji's Journey Through China' & China Map Index Brand Licensing Auction" was held at the Shanghai Garden Hotel, which boasts an ancient and exotic ambiance...
KAILAS climbing gear partners with International Federation of Sport Climbing as its official supplier
On March 9, 2013, the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) held its 8th General Assembly in Shanghai, attended by over 80 representatives from around the world. At the meeting, the IFSC signed a cooperation agreement with the KAILAS brand...
Suzhou in March: Capture Spring with the BenQ LH500 Long-Zoom Compact Camera
After enduring the long, harsh winter, spring has arrived as promised. Just as people can’t wait to shed their heavy coats, the air around Suzhou is already fragrant with the scent of blossoms. Every March, it’s essential for locals to go plum blossom viewing. The best spots to stroll among the blossoms and enjoy their fragrance are the Xiangxuehai (Fragrant Snow Sea) in Guangfu and the Linwu Plum Sea in the suburbs. But this weekend, I didn’t join the crowds admiring the plum blossoms...
Zhou Ziqian shares cycling experience with Hainan cycling enthusiasts
Bouldering is one of the emerging rock climbing sports today. Unlike traditional climbing forms, its height usually ranges only between four to six meters. With soft mats providing protection in case of falls, there's no need to carry ropes, harnesses, carabiners, or other complex safety gear, allowing participants to push their climbing limits to the maximum. Since rock climbing...
Swans soaring over Miyun Reservoir, eagles hunting rodents in the blue sky and open fields
Swans soaring over Miyun Reservoir, eagles hunting rodents in the blue sky and open fields. In pursuit of the long-awaited swans and for bird photography, I visited Miyun Reservoir again yesterday (March 10, 2013) and returned with a camera full of great shots. This day marked several firsts. First, it was the first time in 2013 that I saw swans at Miyun Reservoir; second, it was the first time I photographed an eagle catching a mouse; third, I captured a wild rabbit; fourth, I got clear shots of a pheasant; and fifth, I took clear photos of a crane. It was truly a joyful and happy day.
Five Outdoor Cycling Workout Methods
The power cycling method involves pedaling with varying levels of effort under different conditions, such as uphill or by adjusting gear ratios (limited to five-speed or ten-speed adjustable bicycles). This method can enhance leg muscle strength or muscular endurance. The core strength cycling method involves lifting your hips off the saddle without standing fully upright, while...
An Introduction to Bouldering
Bouldering is one of the emerging climbing sports today. Unlike traditional climbing forms, it generally involves climbs that are only four to six meters high. Falls are protected by crash pads, eliminating the need for ropes, harnesses, carabiners, or other complex safety gear—allowing climbers to push their limits to the fullest. Since the advent of rock climbing...
A male graduate from Nanjing Normal University hitchhikes through five central and western provinces
A graduation trip by Cheng Wei, a senior at Nanjing Normal University—a term many college students, especially graduates, aspire to. From December 17 last year to February 4 this year, over a span of 48 days, Cheng Wei, a senior at Nanjing Normal University, set off from Nanjing and traveled across five provinces—Henan, Shanxi, Ningxia, Gansu, and Shaanxi—by hitchhiking. During this journey...
Hitchhiking and Couchsurfing Across Europe, Sleeping on 77 Countries' Sofas
Sleeping Around the World — A Couchsurfer’s Confession Who would be willing to let a total stranger sleep on their couch? Who can guarantee that the host offering their sofa isn’t some axe-wielding maniac? Sleeping on the floor of a stranger’s living room for the night has somehow become the latest and most enjoyable way to travel...