Classic Itineraries
Outdoor leisure sports in China are booming
Everest Base Camp At 11:00 a.m. on May 29, 1953, New Zealander Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, marking the first time humans had conquered the world's highest peak. Since then, the sacred Everest has become more accessible. Over the past 60 years, more and more people have come to the Himalayas, even if just to gaze at the beauty of Everest...
"Walking Through China": Author Lei Ke "reads" the current state of China on foot
William introduced his climbing route, saying, "Oh, climbing Everest isn't my dream, just something I enjoy. They climb up, but that's not my thing." On May 18, when we entered the "command tent" of the Chinese amateur mountaineering team's base camp, the 61-year-old American William Sarmiento...
This year, traffic jams have occurred on the route to Mount Everest.
Dear Yinping Ancient Road: A letter to you, though we’ve never met. I first heard of you in the densely worded history textbooks. During the Three Kingdoms period, when Wei generals Deng Ai and his son were ordered to conquer Shu, they marched south via the Yinping Ancient Road; in the early Ming Dynasty, Fu Youde led troops to secretly cross the treacherous Motian Ridge of Yinping to defeat the Xia Kingdom; in April 1935, the Chinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army...
Try Before You Buy for 28 Days ― Adidas Outdoor Teaches You Wilderness Survival
Recently, Adidas Outdoor held a 28-day trial event at its outdoor specialty store in Hangzhou Tower. Customers who purchase gear featuring the 28-day label in-store can participate in the event. The event offers exciting content, and the wide selection of equipment is sure to meet the needs of many outdoor enthusiasts. The 28-day trial event at the Hangzhou Tower outdoor specialty store...
EZON takes experience as its core competitiveness and sports as its DNA.
The China International Design Expo opened in Wuxi on May 24, 2013. Tian Lipu, director of the State Intellectual Property Office, announced the opening of the expo. EZON, a sports watch brand, was invited to participate in this event. As one of the brand exhibitors in the Shenzhen Pavilion, EZON will strive to create an international... centered around experience as its core competitiveness and sports as its DNA.
Vasque and OR become the exclusive gear sponsors of the "First Wanda International Trail Running Challenge"
Introduction: The "First Wanda Changbai Mountain International Trail Running Challenge" will grandly kick off on June 29, 2013, at the Wanda Changbai Mountain International Resort. The well-known American trail running shoe brand VASQUE and outdoor apparel brand OUTDOOR RESEARCH (OR), represented in Shenzhen by Himalaya, provided professional...
The Nepalese government funds an 82-year-old man to climb Everest in bid to reclaim world record
On the afternoon of the 23rd, just after losing his title as the oldest person to summit Everest, 82-year-old Nepali man Min Bahadur Sherchan finally received climbing permission from the Nepalese government and a sponsorship of 1 million rupees (approximately $11,200).
The 9th World Hiking Congress kicks off in Qinhuangdao
On the 25th, against the beautiful scenery of “China’s Summer Capital,” nearly 10,000 hiking enthusiasts from the United States, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Hungary, and other countries, as well as “hikers” from 32 cities including Beijing, Shenyang, Xi'an, and Chongqing, gathered in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, to participate in the “9th World Hiking Congress.” This year’s hik...
Mount Everest climbing creates job opportunities for locals
Everest Base Camp On the morning of May 29, 1953, at 11:00 AM, New Zealander Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, marking the first time humans had ever stood on top of the world's highest peak. Since then, the sacred Everest has become more accessible. Over the past 60 years, more and more people have come to the Himalayas, even if only to gaze at the majestic beauty of Everest...
The Chinese team wins three gold medals at the 21st Asian Climbing Championships
According to news from the Chinese Mountaineering Association on the 25th, on the evening of the 24th local time in Iran, the Chinese team won three gold medals at the 21st Asian Climbing Championships held in Tehran, Iran—gold in women’s lead climbing, women’s bouldering, and men’s speed climbing. Rinchheling, an athlete from Tibet, claimed both the women’s lead and bouldering titles, achieving...
Nepal holds events to mark 60th anniversary of first human ascent of Everest
To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the first human ascent of Mount Everest, Nepal kicked off a four-day celebration on the 26th. The Nepalese government allocated 30 million rupees (approximately 2.14 million RMB) for the various celebratory activities. Nepal's "The Himalayan Times" reported on the 26th that the 60th anniversary celebration of the first human ascent of Everest began that day...
A 61-year-old American named William says he climbs mountains just to enjoy the process.
William described his climbing route: “Oh, climbing Everest isn’t my dream, it’s just something I enjoy. They climb up, but that’s not my thing.” On May 18, when we entered the “command tent” at the base camp of the China Amateur Mountaineering Team, 61-year-old American William Sarmiento...
Ding Tao Abandons Midway on His 11th Attempt at the Sichuan-Tibet Cycling Route
At 0:00 on May 8, Ding Tao, known as the "Cycling King" who had previously completed the Sichuan-Tibet route ten times, embarked on a challenge to ride the route in just eight days. Setting off from Tianfu Square, he cycled continuously for over 20 hours and braved snow to climb the 4,300-meter-high Zheduo Mountain, leaving many fellow cyclists both worried and impressed. “The Sichuan-Tibet route in May this year was much colder than it usually is even in September,” ...
Japanese 80-year-old scales Everest to set new age record
On the 23rd, 80-year-old Japanese mountaineer Yuichiro Miura successfully summited Mount Everest, setting a new world record for the oldest person to conquer the peak. The previous record for the oldest person to reach the world's highest summit was rewritten from 76 to 80 years old. Heroes never walk alone — Nepal’s Min Bahadur Sherchan, who set the previous record five years ago, also headed toward Everest...
A Letter to the "Ancient Road of Yinping – the Journey into Sichuan That Felt Like Nine Deaths"
Dear Ancient Road of Yinping: A letter to you, though we’ve never met. I first heard of you in the densely worded pages of my history textbook. During the Three Kingdoms period, when China was divided, the Wei general Deng Ai and his son were ordered to conquer Shu. They marched southward via the Ancient Road of Yinping. In the early Ming Dynasty, Fu Youde led troops to secretly cross the treacherous Mt. Motianling on the Yinping route to crush the Xia regime. In April 1935, the Chinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army ambushed Hu Zongnan’s forces here, securing victory at the Maogong Meeting. And when Qingchuan was liberated, the People’s Liberation Army also advanced along the Ancient Road of Yinping...
Some Basic Knowledge About Ice Climbing
The Choice and Use of Ice Axes Here we’re talking about small ice tools, which are different from the usual large ice axes. They are defined as weighing generally between 600–800 grams, with a length of 40–55 cm, and are mainly used for climbing natural ice walls or rock faces with almost no ice (…
Luoyang’s Public Welfare Bicycle Deposit of 600 Yuan Sparks Doubts
At around 10 a.m. on May 25, 1,000 bicycles at 35 bicycle stations in Luoyang City officially made their debut to the public under light rain. From now on, residents only need to pay a 600-yuan deposit and apply for a bike card to ride bikes for free to and from work. Some citizens said, “Since these are public welfare bicycles, why is such a high deposit of 600 yuan...
Nepal plans to install ladders on Everest to ease climber congestion
According to the UK's Daily Telegraph, the Nepal Mountaineering Association plans to install ladders near the summit of Mount Everest to alleviate overcrowding among climbers reaching the top. The report states that the ladders will be placed on the step at an altitude of 8,839.2 meters close to the summit of Mount Everest, a section formerly named after the first explorer to conquer Everest...
The renowned American outdoor brands Keen and Gregory join us at the 2013 Asia Outdoor Exhibition.
This July, the famous American outdoor brands Keen and Gregory will team up to support the 2013 Asia Outdoor Exhibition. Their high-tech Keen footwear and uniquely designed Gregory backpacks are sure to impress visitors. Keen combines the concepts of fashion and practicality, earning praise for its innovative designs, eco-friendly materials, and craftsmanship...
Two men trapped on steep cliff while hiking are rescued
In the early morning of May 25, two young men went hiking in Qinhuangdao’s Dongshan Park. Instead of taking the designated trails, they decided to take a shortcut and climb up along a steep cliff. As a result, they got stuck halfway up the mountain, unable to go up or down, and had to call the police for help. At 6:30 a.m., five firefighters from the Changli Squadron of the Qinhuangdao Fire Brigade...