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Which Jobs Combine Tech and an Adventurous Lifestyle?
October 23, 2016
As someone who has mostly made a living out of working in tech, but who loves the outdoors I have questioned the kind of existence that comes with “screen based work” - framing it as something that is at odds with an adventurous lifestyle. Here are some kinds of work that could combine the two. Capturing media and stories from spectacular places. The adventure content producer is someone who uses modern media capture technology - film, audio, written word etc to create stories which include company product placements.
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Every Ride Has a Story - Adventure Mountain Biking
October 23, 2016
Over the years I have seen a definite evolution of mountain biking. 15 years ago it was a niche activity and anything was acceptable but the marketing side was only just emerging and what was visible was the glamorous competitions and downhill world cups. The opportunity presented by owning and riding a mountain bike raises thoughts and possibilities of how to go further, take different routes or adjust equipment to increase the potential adventure.
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How to Improve Mountain Biking Skills
October 23, 2016
Notes from when I did my mountain bike technical leader course Climbing Weight position Position your weight to keep the front wheel on the ground for effective steering and sufficient traction through the rear wheel. The can require a shift forwards onto the front of the saddle. Pull back rather than up on the handlebars with the elbows bent and tucked in. This helps keep the front wheel on the ground and going straight.
Tags: Mountain bikeSkills
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5 Top Day Trip Backpacks Review
October 23, 2016
QUECHUA Forclaz 22 Air Day travel Backpack Quechua are the budget option but usually well made and good value for money. Designed for day hiking in all weather (hot, rainy, etc.). Weight is distributed between the shoulder straps and belt. It features a ventilated back, belt, water bladder (not included) and mesh pockets and a rain cover. A decent budget option. more Osprey Daylite Daypack A daypack for a fast hike, trail running or city walking.
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Interview with Goat from Ridingthespine.com about Fatbiking the Length of the Americas
October 23, 2016
I contacted Goat from the ridingthespine.com because I was planning to do a similar trip. Goat and two friends rode the Great Divide Mountain bike route from Alaska down to Mexico and then rode off road all the way down the mountains of South America. I haven’t seen another trip quite like it and I was attracted to it’s adventurous spirit, ambition and willingness to get off the roads. Goat is known for his wonderfully poetic writing and his email response to my queries about his bike, route, and other thoughts was equally mystic.