Solar-Powered Boat Travels Thousands Of Miles
A Finnish entrepreneur built a solar‑powered electric boat for about €30,000 (≈$32,000) and now sails from Finland to Spain. Operating costs stay under $1,000 per month, mainly food, with virtually no fuel expense. He estimates that building the same vessel elsewhere could reduce material costs to €10,000‑15,000 (≈$11,000‑$16,000). The project highlights how falling solar, battery and motor prices make zero‑fuel boating increasingly feasible.
Eric Carter - Mount Baker (WA) - 2019-05-12
Eric Carter set a new ski Fastest Known Time on Mount Baker’s North Ridge, completing the car‑to‑car route in 3 hours 38 minutes 35 seconds on May 12, 2019. The descent followed the classic Grouse Creek line and was recorded with a GPS track. Carter’s gear list...
Four Days in Ireland's Wild Connemara
Four-day itinerary through Connemara showcases its rugged landscape, living Irish language, and iconic sites such as Diamond Hill, the Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey, and Inishbofin Island. The region covers roughly 2,000 km² of bog, mountains, lakes and coastline, making it one...
Francesco BIanco - Kyoto Isshu Trail - 2026-04-25
Francesco Bianco completed the self‑supported Kyoto Isshu Trail on 25 April 2026 in a total time of 13 hours 43 minutes 10 seconds. He began the day with a 12‑km bike ride to the trailhead, starting at 7:30 am. The route combined steep climbs, technical descents and mixed...
Leaving a Corporate Career in NYC to Thru-Hike the PCT
Jen Mastrianni left a seven‑year corporate social responsibility role in New York finance to thru‑hike the Pacific Crest Trail. A semester at the National Outdoor Leadership School reshaped her career outlook, prompting a shift from law ambitions to outdoor adventure. After...
Episode 283: Eli Burakian - Eastern White Mountains Triple Infinity Loop
Eli Burakian unveiled a 77‑mile “Triple Infinity Loop” in the White Mountains National Forest, tackling 27,000 feet of elevation gain and summiting ten 4,000‑foot peaks. The route, featured on the Fastest Known Time podcast, showcases his belief that FKTs (Fastest Known...
He Ran 50K Then Raced 106 Miles at Mid South
Reid Burrows tackled the Pro Double at the Mid South gravel race, completing a 50‑kilometer run before tackling the 106‑mile course. The effort, captured in the first film of Silca’s “Within the Margin of Error” series, highlights the extreme physical...
Run Across China (China)
A new ultra‑endurance route, dubbed Run Across China, charts a 3,269‑mile trek from Shanghai’s Nanhuizui Guanhai Park to the Khorgos Port of Entry on the Kazakhstan border. The path covers eight provinces, follows historic Silk Road corridors, and accumulates 111,231 feet...
Your Car Rental Guide for Driving the Amalfi Coast
Renting a car to explore Italy’s Amalfi Coast gives travelers flexibility to reach hidden villages and iconic cliff‑side vistas, but the narrow, winding SS163 road, limited parking and seasonal traffic make it a demanding experience. The guide recommends booking a...
JF Frankel Comic: Alex Pretti Ride – JF Frankel
On April 22, 2026, cartoonist JF Frankel released a bike‑themed comic series that frames cycling as a conduit for community, nature, and self‑discovery. The panels portray cyclists staging protests against ICE, sharing signs, and celebrating diversity, illustrating how the simple...
Aaron Iles - Harbor to Hoye-Crest (MD) - 2026-04-13
Aaron Iles completed the Harbor to Hoye-Crest ultra‑marathon in Maryland over two days, finishing on April 13, 2026 with a total time of 2 days, 4 hours, 54 minutes and 6 seconds. The 150‑plus‑mile course spanned coastal harbor streets, rolling...
Having Too Much Fun at the 2026 Sea Otter Classic
The Radavist’s latest piece captures the lighter side of the 2026 Sea Otter Classic, focusing on the event’s community spirit and quirky product showcases. Influencers Daniel Yang and Ashley King wandered the festival’s alleys, highlighting creative bike gear and the people...
Backpacking and Car Camping – Two Tools in the Timebank Kit
The authors describe a hybrid approach that pairs car camping with backpacking to maximize weekend time outdoors. By keeping a permanent “perma‑camping” kit in the truck and a lightweight backpacking kit ready at home, they eliminate last‑minute packing and start...
Gear Review – Hywell Merino Wool Boot Socks
The Hywell merino wool boot socks, a 53% wool blend, were field‑tested for several months on the Colorado Plateau’s mixed terrain. In boots they kept feet dry and felt comfortable, but on trail‑running shoes they slipped and showed rapid abrasion...
Giveaway – Win $900+ Worth of Bags & Clothing From Bleu De Chauffe
Bleu de Chauffe, a French bagmaker, is running a summer giveaway worth over $900 that includes three of its signature bags, a sweatshirt and a t‑shirt. The prize pack is being promoted through partner sites Valet Mag, InsideHook, Stridewise, The Bengal Stripe, Denimhunters and...
Costa Rica: A Food + Adventure Diary
Nest Wellness writer Beth Bollinger chronicled a ten‑day Costa Rica adventure that blended wildlife spotting, hiking, and nutrition tracking. High‑school junior Nolan documented 271 new bird species, underscoring the country’s biodiversity. Bollinger wore a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to log...
The Coastal Road in Ireland Most Visitors Miss
The article spotlights the Ring of Beara, a 137‑kilometre coastal loop on Ireland’s Beara Peninsula that sees far fewer visitors than the famed Ring of Kerry. It outlines five standout locations—Glengarriff, Healy Pass, Allihies, Eyeries and Dursey Island—and provides a...
How to See the Best of Scotland's NC500 at a Slower Pace
The North Coast 500 (NC500) is a 516‑mile (830 km) loop that begins and ends in Inverness, launched in 2015 to showcase Scotland’s rugged Highlands. While most visitors treat it as a checklist‑style drive, the article argues that a slower, more...
The 28 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World (Bucket List Guide)
The article ranks the 28 most beautiful waterfalls worldwide, highlighting iconic sites from Dettifoss in Iceland to Victoria Falls in Africa. Each entry details height, flow, unique features, and visitor tips, noting cinematic appearances and seasonal considerations. The guide emphasizes...
Want a Taste of Outer Space? Try Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park reopened for the 2026 season on April 17, marking the start of a busy summer in the nation’s first and largest park. Spanning Wyoming, Idaho and Montana, the park offers iconic attractions such as Old Faithful and...
Paul 5mm Klamper Topcap
Paul Component Engineering has introduced a new Klamper Topcap for bicycles that incorporates a 5 mm spacer. The topcap is produced in Chico, California, and is priced at $25, with a polished aluminum version at $40. The integrated spacer is offered...
Velo Orange Rolls Out Leather Saddles
Velo Orange, known for its retro metal components, announced its first foray into leather saddles with three models—Model 3 Touring, Model 7 City, and Model 1 Spirited. Each saddle is offered in brown, honey, and black and features bag loops and extended rails...
#2 UNSEEN PLACES: GREECE
Karina Helena’s Substack post “#2 UNSEEN PLACES: GREECE” offers a fresh, visual tour of the lesser‑known corners of Corfu and Crete, marking her 51st country visited. The piece blends satellite maps with fashion‑inspired graphics and is locked behind a paid...
Committing to the Climb, Part 1
Backroad Portfolio is debuting a three‑part series titled “Committing to the Climb,” authored by Kelly and Ron Gaulden, a South Carolina couple who recently completed a thru‑hike of the Appalachian Trail. The first installment introduces the couple’s journey and sets...
Young Adult Destinations/Bag Check Hikes/Hotel Labor Shortage
Travel+Leisure highlighted eight affordable, vibrant cities ideal for young adults seeking to live abroad, emphasizing low cost of living and lifestyle appeal. Meanwhile, airlines such as JetBlue have standardized a $45 first‑bag fee, prompting legacy carriers to follow suit, though...
Cane Creek Introduces Inverted Enduro Fork
Cane Creek has launched the Invert Enduro, an inverted‑design mountain‑bike fork built in North Carolina. The fork features 38 mm stanchions, a SquareLoc 15 × 110 Boost axle (with a 20 × 110 option) and travel choices of 160, 170 or 180 mm, weighing 2,795 g. By...
Welcome to The Rising
The Rising, a new bi‑weekly column on Flylab, spotlights the emerging Gen Z fly‑fishing community, especially women forging connections through unconventional gatherings like earring‑making with fly‑tying materials. The series argues that the industry’s post‑COVID hype—expensive rods, influencer noise, and shallow content—misses...
Boneshaker ‘Crossbones’ Cable Hangers
Boneshaker, the Toronto‑based vintage mountain‑bike brand, has introduced three new anodized color options for its Crossbones cable straddle hangers. The hangers are sold as a matching front‑and‑rear set and are now available through the company’s online store. This release adds...
The 23 Best Things to Do in Belize In 2026 (With Photos)
Belize, the only English‑speaking nation in Central America, has cemented its reputation as a premier eco‑tourism destination. Its UNESCO‑listed Barrier Reef Reserve System, extensive cave networks and vibrant Garifuna culture attract adventure seekers and cultural tourists alike. The 23‑item itinerary...
Crust Bikes Fazed Out Bar Brings 31.8 Clamp to the Towel Rack
Crust Bikes has launched the Fazed Out bar, a $123 drop‑bar that adapts the brand’s popular Towel Rack shape to a 31.8 mm handlebar clamp. The bar features extra‑long drops—about an inch longer than the Nullabar—while offering widths from 56 cm to...
Impact On Shenzhen International Outdoor Exhibition 2026
The Shenzhen International Outdoor Exhibition 2026, held in March at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, gathered hundreds of exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors under the "Leading a New Way of Life" theme. The show highlighted four themed...
Guilin’s Landscapes
The piece celebrates Guilin’s dramatic karst topography, likening its mist‑shrouded limestone peaks to traditional Chinese ink‑wash paintings. The author, traveling by high‑speed train from Hong Kong, highlights the Li River’s emerald ribbon and the nearby Yangshuo region, which locals deem...
Dustin Rutter - Red Basin Clam Beds Loop (AZ) - 2026-04-06
Dustin Rutter tackled the Red Basin Clam Beds Loop in Arizona on April 6, 2026, finishing in 57 minutes and 34 seconds. The 12‑mile course proved exceptionally challenging, with the first and last two miles on rough dirt roads and...
Abundant Joy
Christian Ray Flores recounts a three‑day visit to Mozambique where his nonprofit, Ascend Academy, provides after‑school mentorship, English instruction, and computer literacy to children in poverty. The blog highlights the academy’s role as a safe, values‑focused space that helps break...
10 Civivi Knives That Outperform Their Price Tags
Civivi leverages the same high‑end production lines as its parent WE Knife to deliver budget‑friendly folders and a fixed blade with premium features. Ceramic ball bearings, designer collaborations, and steels such as Nitro‑V, D2 and 14C28N appear in models priced...
A Slow Travel Guide to Orkney
Orkney, a 32‑island archipelago ten miles north of Scotland, boasts the highest concentration of prehistoric monuments per square kilometre in the UK, including the Neolithic village Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Its Norse...
4 Lesser Known European Islands For Less Crowds & Cheaper Prices This Summer
Travel writer Vinicius Costa highlights four lesser‑known European islands—San Pietro (Sardinia), Kalymnos (Greece), Porto Santo (Portugal) and Lošinj (Croatia)—as affordable alternatives to crowded hotspots this summer. Each destination offers crystal‑clear waters, authentic local culture and price ranges that keep meals under $60...
The Greatest National Parks in the Southern Hemisphere
The podcast episode spotlights the author’s favorite national parks located south of the equator, ranging from Australia’s Kakadu to Africa’s Kruger and Namib‑Naukluft. Each park is described with its size, key natural features, and signature wildlife, such as Kakadu’s rock‑art...
Pico Veleta Desde Pradollano (Spain)
Fastest Known Time (FKT) enthusiasts can now tackle the 11.94‑kilometre ascent from Pradollano to Pico Veleta, the highest peak in Spain’s Sierra Nevada. The route climbs 1,281 metres, beginning at the Al Andalus gondola base and weaving through the El Río, La Playa, Borreguiles...
City & Country: Melbourne
Yolo Journal maps Melbourne’s blend of urban culture and nearby countryside escapes, spotlighting coffee‑laden streets, Victorian architecture, and boutique hotels alongside mineral‑spring towns, surf‑side villages, and alpine gold‑rush heritage sites. Interior designer Brahman Perera recommends city hotspots like Entrecôte and...
Byron Bay & the Hinterland Dispatch
Byron Bay, a two‑hour drive south of Brisbane, continues to attract visitors with its sun‑kissed beaches and a lush hinterland of rainforest, farms, and subtropical gardens. The piece spotlights designer Rowie Moore, whose eponymous label captures the town’s beach‑chic vibe,...
Episode 282: Lotti Brinks: Zion Crossing FKT
Lotti Brinks set the overall Fastest Known Time for the 37‑mile Zion Crossing in Utah, eclipsing the previous benchmark. The course weaves through sandy trails, creekbeds and muddy plateaus, demanding diverse technical skills. Brinks completed the effort during early‑season conditions,...
Why Orlando Is a Bucket List Destination for Fly Dealers This Summer
Orlando’s ICAST trade show has become the premier summer gathering for fly‑fishing retailers, drawing roughly 13,000 attendees from over 70 nations. The event has amplified its fly‑fishing focus with a dedicated replica shop, expanded product awards, and a spot on...
Montana Brothers Rodworks: The Inside Skinny
Todd Tanner reflects on how seasoned fly‑fishing professionals have lost the thrill of unboxing new gear. He notes that once‑exciting rod and reel shipments now sit untouched for weeks as anglers prioritize experience over novelty. The piece uses Montana Brothers...
Craft Template: Celebrate Earth Day and the Great Outdoors
The blog post spotlights a new Earth Day‑themed classroom activity built around the children’s book *Fatima’s Great Outdoors*. The story follows an immigrant family on their first camping trip, highlighting confidence, belonging, and a love of nature. Teachers are invited...
Psyco Wyco Loop (KS)
The Psyco Wyco Loop is a 9.2‑mile hard‑level trail in Wyandotte County, Kansas, featuring 1,500 ft of vertical gain. The route circles Wyandotte County Lake and includes a steep climb by the dam, offering sharp hills, dirt and rock sections, and...
AACR26 Off the Beaten Track
The article likens the AACR26 conference to the hidden trail leading to Old Harry rocks, emphasizing that the most valuable sessions are often tucked away from the main program. While headline talks dominate the schedule, lesser‑known sessions feature cutting‑edge data...
Isaac Gillman - Mt. Tom North Ridge - 2021-05-27
Mount Tom’s North Ridge, a rugged 12‑mile trail with about 8,000 ft of gain, saw its first fully documented Fastest Known Time attempt on May 27 2021 when ultrarunner Isaac Gillman completed the car‑to‑car round in 8 hours 52 minutes. Gillman started before 5 am, ascended in...
River Cruising Through the Danube River
The MS Riviera Radiance’s Danube itinerary showcases the river’s blend of historic cities, cultural landmarks, and evolving geopolitical landscape. Travelers glide past Vienna, Budapest, and Belgrade while experiencing upscale amenities that cater to affluent tourists. The report highlights a surge in European...
First Official Day on Trail (Day 1)
Sarah J’s first official day on the trail covered 8 miles of the Appalachian Trail, marking the start of a 2,188‑mile thru‑hike. She departed the Springer Mountain Trailhead, received free snacks from a trail angel, and noted easier terrain compared...