The March selection of the "Experience Unlimited – 2012 Gore-Tex Outdoor Dreams Realization" event has ended. After online voting and expert evaluation, the monthly champions in each category have been determined.
Let’s share these winning proposals — their dream routes could be great references for your future journeys.
Or maybe you think your own dreams are even greater and more creative? Feel free to challenge them.
Professional Mountaineering Category Monthly Champion: Main Site's "Unclimbed Peak in China: Xiaqiangla (the Main Peak of Dangling Mountain)"
(http://fund.gore-tex.com.cn/act_detail.php?threads=925&group=40)
Xiaqiangla Snow Mountain is the main peak of Dangling Mountain, standing at an elevation of 5,470 meters. In Tibetan, it means "Goddess Beauty Mountain" and is one of the subsidiaries of the Mount Murdo deity. As an unclimbed peak in China, it poses a challenge to the experience and technical skills of climbers. This proposal is well thought-out, thoroughly prepared, led by an experienced team leader, and demonstrates strong capabilities. Climbing an unclimbed peak is highly challenging, and careful preparation is essential for a safe and successful ascent.
Trekking & Hiking Category Monthly Champion: Biao Network & Shenge Subsite's "Traversing the Thousand-Year Tangluo Ancient Road, Experiencing the Poet’s Hardships on the Shu Path!"》(http://mengxiang.b365t.com/a/jingcaifangan/chuanyuetubuzu/2012/0307/77.html)
This trekking plan aims to complete a 10-day expedition along the ancient Tangluo Road. On average, it involves hiking 30 kilometers of mountain trails per day, placing it at a moderately high intensity level for trekking. The journey explores the ancient paths deep within the Qinling Mountains and various rare plant species, investigates historical relics left by ancient travelers, and brings adventurers up close with nature while listening to echoes of history. The plan is mature, detailed, and presents a significant challenge with cultural and historical value — just as the saying goes, "The road to Shu is harder than climbing to the blue sky."
Xiaqiangla Snow Mountain is the main peak of Dangling Mountain, standing at an elevation of 5,470 meters. In Tibetan, it means "Goddess Beauty Mountain" and is one of the subsidiaries of the Mount Murdo deity. As an unclimbed peak in China, it poses a challenge to the experience and technical skills of climbers. This proposal is well thought-out, thoroughly prepared, led by an experienced team leader, and demonstrates strong capabilities. Climbing an unclimbed peak is highly challenging, and careful preparation is essential for a safe and successful ascent.
Outdoor Travel Category Monthly Champion: Main Site's "A Grand Tour of Hainan’s Eight Most Stunning Outdoor Routes"
(http://fund.gore-tex.com.cn/act_detail.php?threads=870&group=29)
This journey takes you through eight of Hainan’s most classic outdoor routes over 19 days, offering a comprehensive exploration of the island — a must-share gem for all travel enthusiasts. It features a highly professional itinerary incorporating elements such as public welfare, environmental protection, and photography, with clear attention to detail and a well-structured implementation plan. There is also a dedicated segment for brand promotion.
Extraordinary Outdoor Category Monthly Champion: 8264 Subsite's "Traversing China’s Most Beautiful Canyon – Hiking the Southern Taihang Mountains"
(http://bbs.8264.com/thread-1200395-1-1.html)
Over the course of about a week, this plan leads a team to hike through the canyon area where Shanxi and Henan meet, using photography and travel writing to document the landscapes, history, culture, and local customs of the Southern Taihang Mountains in detail. The route is innovative and captivating, with a thorough and meticulous overall plan. The timing and daily intensity are well-balanced, and the proposal includes geographical, cultural, and historical elements.
All the above monthly champions are eligible to receiveKOLON SPORTorBLCKY YAKorOZARKorTOREADprovidedGORE-TEX(R)jackets or shoes.
Monthly champions can continue competing for the annual championship. The annual champion will receive funding and a full set of travel gear sponsored by Gore, enabling them to fully realize their outdoor dreams without any constraints.
We’d love to hear your thoughts on these proposals. Head over to the event’s Weibo page to comment: http://event.weibo.com/388549. Commenting on the dreams could win you a variety of gifts from Gore.
Visit fund.gore-tex.com.cn or any subsite to submit your entry and make your outdoor dreams come true.
With less than two months left to submit proposals for the Outdoor Dreams Realization Event, don’t miss out — take action now.
