Ep. 1099: Alex Harz - The Culture of Everest

Alright, Jim has me convinced!  Skate skiing rocks!  What a great way to get low or high impact exercise while spending focused time in nature.  And that first cousin, cross country skiing, offers a lot too.  Looking for a way to beat those winter blues?  Join us today to find out more.  Jim is also the owner of Sport Hill which provides top level ski gear for these sports.  Listen and learn how you can save 15%.  What's more, Jim gives you tips on how to become an entrepreneur based on the sports you love.  Tell your friends!  www.sporthill.com www.facebook.com/sporthillclothing www.twitter.com/sporthill 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 Sep 201552min

As a former soldier in the British Special Forces, a military diver and lifelong adventurer, Peter Bray has led a very full life doing what he loves. He now works as a security consultant and outdoor pursuits instructor. In his 56 years, there are few extreme challenges that he has not attempted. Pete’s exploits have taken him from the frozen wastes of Norway to the searing heat of the African bush. Listen in as Pete tells some of the best stories of harrowing ocean crossings and even about his trouble with the British police at age 11. www.kernowcoaching.com www.peterbrayadventurer.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/peterbrayadventurer Twitter: twitter.com/KernowCoach Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Sep 20151h 4min

Want a lighter pack? Need food planning advice? Want to hike for days without injury? Liz Thomas returns to the Adventure Sports Podcast and shares the tips and tricks of successful through hiking. And Liz ought to know. Recipient of the Triple Crown Award for through hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trial, Liz is a leader in the sport of through hiking. Known for breaking the women’s unsupported speed record on the 2,181-mile long Appalachian Trail in 2011, Liz is among the most experienced women hikers in the country and specializes in hiking light and fast. In addition to having a lot of experience hiking, Liz also received a Masters in Environmental Science from the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies and the prestigious Doris Duke Conservation Fellowship for her research on long distance hiking trails, conservation, and trail town communities. Liz has been featured in Backpacker Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, and LA Magazine and has given talks about her experiences at colleges, hiking clubs, and conferences across the country. www.facebook.com/SnorkelHikesTwitter: @EAThomasAmerican Long Distance Hiking Association - West Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Sep 201556min

We take a short break from the radical today to connect with the accessible.  Want to get started in adventure sports but not sure just what to do first?  This show is for you.  Listen in as Curt shares stores about some simpler adventures and shares ideas for easy adventures that everyone can do - as well as some times that things did not go quite right, of course!  Spelunking, lost in the woods at night, stuck miles from no where, and finding the magic of it all. www.180tack.comwww.facebook.com/180Tack Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 Sep 201545min

Roberta Mancino is a woman with a passion for life. As a skydiver, she has made more than 7000 jumps picking up awards and even world records along the way. Roberta spends her time soaring like a bird in a wingsuit and is often found travelling the world as an international model.   http://www.tsu.co/mancinoroberta Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mancino-Roberta-161903407172302 Instagram: https://instagram.com/mancinoroberta Twitter: https://twitter.com/Roberta_Mancino   YouTube High Fashion Project: https://youtu.be/b89_PDSMf3I Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Sep 201539min

Since a young boy, George Kourounis has been intrigued with Earth's forces of nature and the amazing weather patterns it throws at us. His adventurous life has landed him in the midde of tornadoes, deep inside caves 900 ft below ground, huricanes, forest fires and erupting volcanoes. George shares his passion for this way of life as the host of Angry Planet and has filmed various documentaries includng some for the National Geographic Channel, CNN and the BBC.   www.furiousearth.com/ www.angryplanet.tv www.cloud9tours.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Sep 201551min

Exercise your face muscles before listening to this episode with Dave McMahan. He's with us to talk about indoor skydiving at Vegas Indoor Skydiving and he's a funny dude! There's even a little discussion about the trials and tribulations of naked indoor skydiving. It's a must listen show!  Dave discovered his love for the sport back in 1998 and has enjoyed flying the tunnel ever since. He liked it so much that he eventually got a job as an instructor and ultimately ended up working in business development for the company.   www.vegasindoorskydiving.com www.vegasindoorskydiving.com/phone/dave.html Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LasVegasIndoorSkydiving?fref=ts Twitter: https://twitter.com/lvindoorskydive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VegasIndoorSkydiving Instagram: https://instagram.com/lvindoorskydive Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user3883644   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 Sep 201547min

Steve Piragis returns to the show today for part 2 of  his canoeing deep dive.  Additionally he catches us up on the threat to the Boundary Water Wilderness and the efforts underway to protect this national treasure!  Listen in to find out how you can get involved.  Also listen in to find out how you can get a great discount on gear and guides at Piragis Northwoods! www.piragis.com www.savetheboundarywaters.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Sep 201546min