Classic Itineraries
German youth Alex Miller hikes 4,646 kilometers across China: Dreams are the driving force
German youth Alex Miller appeared at the One Way Street Salon with his new book "Hiking Through China," engaging in a dialogue with well-known columnists Rou Tangseng and Wuyue Sansheng. "Hiking Through China" is a true account of Miller's 4,646-kilometer trek from Beijing to Xinjiang, a work born from his immersive experience interacting with various strata of Chinese society. The greatest joy...
Overview of Cycling Training
Once you start cycling regularly, it’s very important to determine a training intensity that matches your fitness level. Finding a suitable cycling speed is usually not difficult. A typical mistake for beginners is to ride too fast at the beginning of training, which leads to a slowdown in speed toward the end as energy levels drop...
Press Release on the 2013 KAILAS Mountaineering Team & SANDSTONE Scientific Research Team Summer Activities of Beihang Lingfeng Society
Exploring the Unknown Through Journeying, Perfecting the Self in Nature ― Press Release on the 2013 KAILAS Mountaineering Team & SANDSTONE Scientific Research Team Summer Activities of Beihang Lingfeng Society, Author: Yu Jinli. At 2:30 pm on June 10th, the Lingfeng Society of Beihang University held a press conference at the Chenxing Theater on the Xueyuan Road Campus. During the press conference...
The National Mountain Outdoor Sports Skills Competition was held in Xingwen Stone Sea.
The 2013 National Mountain Outdoor Sports Skills Competition took place in Sichuan's Stone Sea from June 10 to 11. Over the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, 21 teams comprising 105 outdoor enthusiasts from across the country gathered at the scenically stunning Xingwen Stone Sea Geological Park in Xingwen County, Sichuan Province, to showcase their skills at the 2013 National Mountain Outdoor Sports Skills Competition...
The meaning of going Dutch: If I am not brave, who will be strong for me?
Story sharing: A friend came back from the U.S. We hadn’t seen each other for over ten years, so we invited him to a restaurant to welcome him. We had a great chat and both hosts and guests enjoyed the evening. But when it came time to pay the bill, things got a little unpleasant. He took out money and insisted on going Dutch. There was no way I could accept it, but he, who is usually easy-going, insisted on doing so. ...
A Cycling Trip to Yinchuan by 19 Foreigners
Helan Mountain, here we come. Group photo time. Learning to twist dough twists together. Twisting dough twists. Flying high on our bikes. Before cycling in Yinchuan, Australian international student Dainingtai (phonetic translation) researched a lot about Yinchuan’s cultural heritage. After discussing with the other 18 “travel buddies” organized by the “Hutong Cycling Club,” they set their sights on the Western Xia Tombs, Najiahu Village, and Helan Mountain. Speaking of the reason, Dainingtai said they went with their first impressions, “Because they’re unique and allow us to share more knowledge and culture.”
A national hiking and fitness trail has been built in the Shuimogou District of Xinjiang.
The prototype of the first "flying electric bicycle," jointly developed by three Czech bicycle companies, has been unveiled. Traffic jams are a nightmare for commuters. Many hope that scientists can invent flying buses or bicycles to solve the problem. According to a report by the British website "Sky News" on the 13th, the prototype of the first...
Canadian snowboarders gear up for Sochi Winter Olympics
On June 15, the first stop of China’s new original professional skateboarding competition—2013 Red Bull BANKJOB—concluded at Wuhan Lingjiao Lake Wanda Plaza. The event attracted over 30 top skateboarders from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, Taiwan, and other regions. In the end, “Beijing’s No. 1 skateboarder...”
The BITE 2013 RV Selection Event is Heating Up
In 2012, "A Bite of China" swept the nation. That same year, another public welfare event centered around China’s rugged cliffs and rock faces — "KAILAS Rock Climbing China" — also kicked off nationwide as scheduled. With the arrival of an international route-setting team of nearly 10 members, their presence was warmly welcomed by rock climbing enthusiasts and cliffside scenic areas everywhere. This...
China Climb - Meijiang Station: Experience the Best Rock Walls in Hunan
The "Ten-Mile Painted Wall" rock climbing area in Meijiang, Hunan Recently, "2013 KAILAS China Climb" came to Meijiang, Hunan. This international route-setting team, under the banner of "China Climb," brought together a group of passionate and ambitious climbers from Hunan and surrounding areas to develop new climbing zones and classic routes in the region. And...
A over 60-kilometer-long desert canyon discovered in Lop Nur, Xinjiang
On the 13th, Ruoqiang County in Xinjiang announced the discovery of a desert canyon in the Lop Nur area, more than 300 kilometers from Ruoqiang County town. The canyon stretches over 60 kilometers in length, making it the longest desert canyon discovered in China to date and possibly the largest desert canyon in the world. According to reports, on June 11...
The 7th Haikou Hot Air Balloon Festival opened at Wanlv Park in Haikou City.
The 7th Haikou Hot Air Balloon Festival and H1 China Hot Air Balloon Challenge officially kicked off at 8:00 PM on June 15th at Wanlv Park in Haikou City. With tethered flight performances, fire-spouting shows... 30 hot air balloon teams from across the country delivered a spectacular show to the audience. This year marks the seventh consecutive year that the hot air balloon event...
Bicycle enthusiasts ride through Changsha to advocate for a low-carbon lifestyle
“The day after tomorrow is the first National ‘Low-Carbon Day.’ Today, we use cycling to promote a low-carbon lifestyle. It not only strengthens our health but also holds greater social significance,” said Mr. Zhang from Wuhan. To mark the country’s first National ‘Low-Carbon Day,’ over thirty cycling enthusiasts from across the nation today rode through Changsha...
A thousand university students in Henan go cycling to celebrate youth with a low-carbon lifestyle
“The green thousand-person city cycling event is simply amazing!” “The evening gowns made from plastic bags are actually so stylish!” Students from Henan University couldn’t contain their excitement as they waved their environmental volunteer flags, captivated by this “green” feast. On the morning of June 16, at the foot of Kaifeng Iron...
Czech bicycle company creates the first flying bicycle
The prototype of the first "flying electric bicycle" jointly developed by three Czech bicycle companies has been unveiled. Traffic jams are a nightmare for commuters. Many people hope that scientists can invent flying buses or bicycles to solve the problem once and for all. According to British news site Sky News on the 13th, the prototype of the first "flying electric bicycle" jointly created by three Czech bicycle...
Mount Fuji plans to charge climbers a ¥1,000 fee
According to the Yomiuri Shimbun, regarding the issue of fees for Mount Fuji, Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures in Japan reached an agreement on the 14th to collect a ¥1,000 climbing fee from hikers. The two prefectures are expected to officially introduce a trial fee plan by the end of this month. At the meeting held by the two prefectures on the 14th, Shizuoka proposed...
Desert Driving Experience
Repost: [Desert Driving] Tips – Qashqai Today I specifically went to Chaobai River to observe everyone’s driving. With the desert drive just two weeks away, I shared some tips with a few fellow drivers on-site. However, some vehicles left early. To reinforce these points, I’ve compiled them into writing. Those heading to the desert, please internalize these key techniques and master them.
German top-tier brand GHOST supports the 2013 Asia Bike Show
"Have your own GHOST," which translates to "harmony between rider and bike," is the philosophy behind GHOST bikes. At the 2013 Asia Bike Show, this outstanding brand—GHOST—will make a grand appearance, showcasing its latest products and technologies to visitors. GHOST is a leading German brand. In 1993, two...
Red Bull Bank Job Unveils Innovative Skateboarding Rules – Beijing Skater Takes the Crown
On June 15, the first stop of China’s new professional skateboarding competition — the 2013 Red Bull Bank Job — concluded at Wuhan Lingjiao Lake Wanda Plaza. The event attracted over 30 top skateboarders from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, Taiwan, and other regions. In the end, “Beijing’s No. 1 skateboarder...”
Coming for China, gathering for rock —— A record of KAILAS China Crag Development International Expedition Team
In 2012, the documentary series “A Bite of China” captivated the nation. That same year, another public welfare initiative centered around China’s mountainous cliffs — “KAILAS China Crag Development” — also kicked off nationwide as scheduled. With the arrival of an international route-setting team of nearly ten members, they were warmly welcomed everywhere they went by local climbers and crag site management alike. This...