Alpinist Tomaz Humar Confirmed Dead
Veteran climber Tomaz Humar was found dead today after being stranded for days on Langtang Lirung in the Himalayas, according to the AP. Earlier today, the flight operations manager for Swiss Air Zermatt confirmed Humar's body was retrieved by a three-man rescue team.
Humar, who has some 1,500 ascents to his name and has been the recipient of several mountaineering awards, apparently used a satellite phone to call a friend to say that he was injured on Tuesday. Though fellow climbers searched for Humar during the last several days, heavy snow and bad weather hampered efforts. He was found in a different location than expected.
"He was lower than expected, at 5,600 meters not 6,300 meters," Gerald Bin of Swiss Air Zermatt told the AP.
Humar leaves behind a wife and two children.
Read more about Humar's initial call and stranding and more about his career in the stories below.
Cold Call: Tomaz Humar, Outside Magazine, February 2008
Climbing Lessons from the School of Tomaz Humar, Outside Magazine, June 2006
Tomaz Humar Photo Gallery, Outside Magazine, June 2006
--Joe Spring
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November 13, 2009
Reader Smackdown: Outside Online
Recently a couple of our fans on Facebook said they dislike the design of our web site. We appreciate the feedback. And we want more.
If you could change anything on outsideonline.com what would it be?
Be as nice or nasty as you want to be, but please be specific. (We love examples from other sites.)
Thanks for your help!
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Book Smackdown: The Best Adventure Biography Ever
In our November issue we ranked the 10 best adventure biographies of all time. We were inspired to write the list after reading an incredibly solid bio of Jacques Cousteau by Brad Matsen. We're pretty sure our list is definitive. Still, if you disagree, let us know. However slim, there's always a chance we'll revisit our rankings.
Tell us what you think in the comments section below. What is the best adventure biography of all time?
--Joe Spring
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November 11, 2009
Follow Outside Magazine Reader Gossip on Tinker
We always want to know what our readers are thinking. What ideas they have for the magazine. Tinker has made things a little easier for us by allowing us to customize a feed from Twitter that picks up comments about our magazine. If you want to see what people are saying check out the list. If you want to chime in and see yourself on the list, throw up a tweet and then check out the list.
If you don't feel like clicking over to our account on tinker we embedded a widget below.
--Joe Spring
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Outside Poll: The Ultimate Survival Skill
In our new complete survival guide we include our best survival stories, tips, and features. We've even included some video tips. We'll do more, but first we want to hear from you.
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November 02, 2009
The 16 Best Ski Resorts in North America
In our November issue, on newsstands now, we list the 16 Best Ski Resorts in North America, categorizing them into the ultimate powder, partying, and off-piste destinations. We had local experts give us the lowdown, so you'll know exactly where to go and what to do when you're there. (You can plan your trip using our new resort finder.)
Our list is definitive. We can't change what we printed in the magazine. Still, you can weigh in here. Maybe we'll listen to your advice next year.
Here's your fodder:
Alta/Snowbird, Utah
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Alyeska Resort, Alaska
Silverton Mountain, Colorado
Breckenridge, Colorado
Whistler-Blackcomb, British Columbia
Park City, Utah
Aspen/Snowmass, Colorado
Powder Mountain, Utah
Jay Peak, Vermont
Bridger Bowl, Montana
Crested Butte, Colorado
Revelstoke Mountain Resort, British Columbia
Steamboat, Colorado
Taos, New Mexico
Mammoth Mountain, California
Take us to town. Tell us your pick for the best ski resort in North America.
--Aileen Torres
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Your Survival Stories
In our November issue (on newsstands now) we feature "The New Rules of Survival", a comprehensive guide to dealing with life or death situations in a changing world. We pulled most of these lessons out of survival stories. Some of those stories came from our editors, some from our writers, and some from news stories gathered by our interns.
That leaves one resource untapped: You, our readers.
If you have a harrowing survival tale, a lesson learned from a trip gone awry, or some sage advice based on time alone in the wilderness, share it in the comments section below. We may just call you about publishing your story in our next survival issue.
Check out our special survival page for an idea of what we're looking for...
Tell us your survival story in the comment section below.
--Joe Spring
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November 01, 2009
Meb Keflezighi of U.S. Wins NYC Marathon
Meb Keflezighi became the first U.S. citizen to win the NYC marathon since Alberto Salazar crossed the finish line first in 1982. He clocked a time of 2:09:15.
On the women's side, Ethiopia's Derartu Tulu won with a time of 2:28:52.
Outside associate editor Justin Nyberg finished the race with a time of 2:35:28, beating his pre-race goal of 2:40 soundly. Read more from the NYC marathon on his blog, The Running Man.
Read more about the results on the NYC Marathon web site.
--Joe Spring
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Video: Jon Krakauer on Pat Tillman's Death
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy
On Sunday morning Jon Krakauer appeared on Meet the Press with David Gregory and explained the cover up behind Pat Tillman's death. Watch the clip above to see what he said.
--Joe Spring
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October 16, 2009
October Blog Top Ten
Just in case you were out sipping cider and photographing leaves, enjoying the first ski run of the season, or training for a marathon, here are the top ten blogs from October.
The Top Ten
1 The Best Gear: Biking Touring
2 The Gear Junkie: Free USGS Topo
3 Exercise Helps Prevent Colds
4 Ironman Kona: Dave Scott Interview
5 The Gear Junkie: New Balance Trail Shoes
7 Singletrack Dirt: Guys Getting Chicked
8 Students Survive Tsunami By Surfing
9 Mountain Bikes Barred From National Forest
10 Ironman Kona: Top Contenders
--Joe Spring
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