Ep. 1051: Alpine Rising, The Triumph of Local Climbers in the Himalayas - Bernadette McDonald

In 1982, at the age of just twenty-three and halfway through her architecture studies, Elspeth Beard left her family and friends in London and set off on a 35,000-mile solo adventure around the world on her 1974 BMW R60/6. Reeling from a recent breakup and with only limited savings from her pub job, a tent, a few clothes and some tools, all packed on the back of her bike, she was determined to prove herself. She had ridden bikes since her teens and was well traveled. But nothing could prepare her for what lay ahead. When she returned to London nearly two and a half years later she was stones lighter and decades wiser. She'd ridden through unforgiving landscapes and countries ravaged by war, witnessed civil uprisings that forced her to fake documents, and fended off sexual attacks, biker gangs and corrupt police convinced she was trafficking drugs. She'd survived life-threatening illnesses, personal loss and brutal accidents that had left permanent scars and a black hole in her memory. And she'd fallen in love with two very different men. In an age before email, the internet, mobile phones, sat-navs and, in some parts of the world, readily available and reliable maps, Elspeth achieved something that would still seem remarkable today. Told with honesty and wit, this is the extraordinary and moving story of a unique and life-changing adventure. Her website: www.elspethbeard.com The Book: www.bookdepository.com/Lone-Rider-Elspeth-Beard/9781782438045 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Elo 201859min

Felicity Aston MBE is a British Polar Explorer, author, speaker and expedition leader. In 2012, she became the first woman to ski alone across Antarctica, a journey of 1084 miles that took 59 days to complete. That expedition garnered her a Guinness World Record. She has also been elected Fellow of both the Royal Geographical Society in London and The Explorers Club in New York. Her love for polar exploration began at the age of 23 at Rothera Research Station on the Antarctic Peninsula, where she monitored the climate as a meteorologist. Her expeditions have taken her to places like Greenland, where she became the first British woman to cross the giant landmass, both the North and South Pole, and to leading numerous record-breaking adventures all over the world, involving all women teams. Her story is truly inspirational and her achievements are downright amazing. Enjoy! Her website: www.felicityaston.co.uk Her Twitter: twitter.com/felicity_aston Her Facebook: www.facebook.com/felicity.aston.5 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Elo 201851min

When Caiti Jackson and her family decided they were tired of living the same old life they opened their world by minimizing the size of their home.   Listen to Caiti share her experience with the transition, how they pay for it and what it's taught her and her family.  You don't want to miss this one! If you'd like to hear the full episode go to:  www.patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast Becoming a patron costs $5 a month and gets you access to one show a week focused on listening to folks who have taken a normal life and living it outside the box. Learn more about Caiti at: www.caitijackson.com Instagram: Caiti Jackson Facebook: Caiti Jackson Photography Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Elo 201810min

The story that's so incredible it deserves a second listen.  All the way back in episode 217, Steve joined us to recount his adventure of survival. An avid sailor, naval architect and New York Times best-selling author, Steve Callahan designed and built his 21' sloop the Napolean Solo to sail it across the Atlantic Ocean from Newport, RI to England with plans to compete in a regatta. Once underway in the race, Steve experienced issues with the boat and was forced to drop out. Once repairs were made, he continued on his way only to be stopped in his tracks in the middle of the ocean when his sailboat was struck and began to sink. Listen is as Steve recounts his 76 day journey across the Atlantic in his life raft with only his ditch kit and a small spear gun with him. Be sure to click on the book link below to get his New York Times best-selling book: "Adrift: 76 Days Lost at Sea" to dig deeper into his amazing story! The Book: Adrift: 76 Days Lost at Sea Sea Website: http://www.stevencallahan.net/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Elo 20181h 13min

From running across the Grand Canyon and back to completing the 125k Canadian Death Race to being the fastest person to run around Mt. Rainier's Wonderland Trail and so much more, Mallory Brooks has a beyond impressive resume in the world of ultra running. Listen as she tells inspiring stories and shares hilarious insight from her experiences on the trail.   In addition to being a record-breaking ultra runner, Mallory is the creator, with her husband, Jason, of Spectrum Trail Racing in Austin, Texas and a coach for Rail Training. On top of all that, she is a mother. You find more about Mallory by visiting www.spectrumtrailracing.com FB: www.facebook.com/spectrumtrailracing Instagram:  www.instagram.com/spectrumtrail/  www.instagram.com/hilloflife/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/spectrumtrails Join us on Patreon for only $5 a month to get your all access pass to the inspiration that will have you thinking about how you too can live a life outside the box: www.patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Elo 201839min

Luisa & Graeme Bell have been travelling around the world full time in their Land Rover Defender 110 with their kids for 7 years. They have driven through 4 continents covering more than 150,000 miles. For this Life Outside the Box episode, we caught up with the couple while they are doing some house sitting in Switzerland. Listen in to get the download on where they've been, what they'seen and how they manage to live a life outside the box doing what makes their family happiest.  This is a shortened version of the full episode available to our ASP Patrons. To join in on the fun and hear all of our full length LOTB shows, simply head over to www.patreon.com/adventuresportspodcast to sign up. It's just $5 a month and you'll get access to these exclusive shows plus chances to win our demo product giveaways as well as opportunities to ask questions of upcoming guests!   Follow Luisa, Graeme and the kids at: www.a2aexpedition.com  You'll also find their three books about their travels on the site. You can help support them on Patreon at their page: www.patreon.com/a2aexpedition and follow them on social media at the following links: FB: www.facebook.com/a2a.expedition Instagram: www.instagram.com/graeme.r.bell YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCa-Q2zqKR-tXxyC2iUa3vOA Twitter: twitter.com/Arg2Alaska   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3 Elo 201812min

This flashback episode is on one of our favorite subjects. During the month of March every year, the Iditarod sled dog race is run in Alaska from Willow to Nome and covers more than 1100 miles over 9-15 days or more depending on the team. Listen in as three-time Iditarod competitor, Blake Freking is with me today to talk about  the incredible adventure sled dog racing is. https://www.facebook.com/blake.freking http://www.racingsiberians.com/ If you'd like to help support ASP and reap the rewards, head over to www.patreon.com/adventuresportspodcast to sign up for just $5 per month! Stop by www.kindsnacks.com/sports to save 50% off of your first order plus free shipping with the KIND Snack Pack! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Elo 201849min

As if the Trans Am Bike Race wasn't difficult enough, Ryan Flinn is attempting to complete the Triple Crown of Ultra Distance Cycling by completing, in one year, the Trans America Bike Race, the Indian Pacific Wheel Race AND the Trans Continental Race in Europe!   Follow Ryan and see how he's progressing: www.curvecycling.au Facebook: @CurveCycling Twitter: @CurveCycling Instagram: @CurveCycling Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 Heinä 20181h 4min