On July ninth, over three thousand surfers took to the ocean in honor of Jack O’Neill, the founder of O’Neill wetsuits and apparel. This was by far the largest paddle out in history, and a beautiful spectacle to be
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On July 9th over 3,000 people took to the water at Pleasure Point in Santa Cruz and 5,000 to 6,000 onlookers crowded the cliffs, stairs, trees and wherever else they could find a view of the spectacle.
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The sun is setting behind the Golden Gate Bridge, painting the hills red and basking the water beneath the bridge in a warm yellow glow.
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A variegated mural hangs on Tyler Fox’s bedroom wall. Reclaimed redwood from the historic Schwann mansion hugs yellow Alaskan cedar, forming a tawny rainbow of timber.
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The incessant roar from Jack’s Beach never waned throughout the night. The wind was howling across Bodega Bay, leaving an uneasy feeling amongst four hopeful kayakers aiming to paddle south around Point Reyes Lighthouse and into Drake’s Bay.
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Inspired by Steve Roper’s Camp 4: Recollections of a Yosemite Rockclimber (and a host of other reasons), I moved to Yosemite at the age of 18 out of high school in the summer of 1995.
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To every visitor heading into Yosemite Valley along Southside Drive, the sight of El Capitan is an unforgettable experience.
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Berri Michel, owner of Bicycle Trip, a full service shop in Santa Cruz, was surprised by how few experienced bike mechanics were available. So she started a bicycle engineering and technology class in local high schools to meet her future workforce needs.
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Of all the professional mountain bike racers in the gravity scene around the west coast, there may be nobody more significant in shaping the talent of young riders more than Mark Weir.
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Our writer’s (@ellasuring) adventure van is finished and she’s giving us a tour of the setup! 🚐
For more specs on the build you can see the full rundown on our website.
#californialiving #californiaadventure #vanlife
Ever dreamt of taking off in a Sprinter van? 🚐 Our editor walks you through the steps of securing and building your own, complete with considerations for build, style and size. Start your van adventure at the link in our bio 🔗
#vanlife #vanbuild #sprintervanlife #californiaadventure #adventurevan
Headlands Race recap! September 13-15 2024.
📸 credits: @ellasuring @alex.d.short
#trailrunning #california #californiaadventure
Our team had a great weekend @headlandsrace cheering on the runners and getting footage for a course rundown. We’ll share our behind the scenes view soon for a sneak peak of the action packed weekend. Next stop in the Golden Trail Series is @mammothtrailfest. Good luck to all the athletes!
Image credits: @ellasuring @alex.d.short
➡️ From our past issue — Sustainable Surf 🌊🏄♂️
Discover how @sustainsurf is driving positive change through innovative programs that protect our oceans. From eco-friendly surfboards to regenerative seaweed farms, they’re leading the charge for a greener future. 🌱♻️
Photos by @zorro_del_mar, @mikeborchard, @ocean_gardener, @talisalanoe and courtesy of @sustainsurf 📸🙏
Did you miss the Summer Issue? Click the link 🔗 in our bio, become a member, and have a copy shipped to your home! 📖🏡
#OceanConservation #SustainableSurf #EcoInnovation #ProtectOurPlanet #Surfacing
✨Have you picked up our Fall Issue yet? ✨
🆓 We believe in the healing power of nature, and thanks to our partners, this issue is packed with outdoor inspiration — available for free!
📔 Our cover story explores the rich history of the south face of Yosemite’s Half Dome. This iconic wall has shaped climbing history with dramatic accidents, daring rescues, and legendary climbs by figures like Warren Harding, Galen Rowell, Steve Bosque, Mike Corbett, and John Middendorf.
📸 Cover photo of Tobias Wolf and Oliver Schmidt celebrating with a high five after the first free ascent of Karma on the south face of Half Dome. Photo by Tobias Wolf via time-lapse.
🧗 Also in this issue, Doug Robinson, known as the “Father of Clean Climbing,” returns with part two of his clean climbing manifesto. His revolutionary ideas, first introduced in the 1972 Chouinard catalog, challenge climbers to reflect on their impact on nature.
📜Building on this theme of responsible climbing, we also highlight the Yosemite Climbing Associations Climber’s Credo, a grassroots agreement developed to address the proposed nationwide fixed anchor prohibition in Wilderness areas. This initiative promotes ethical climbing practices and aims to influence future regulations to preserve access.
🌲 Other stories include the Inyo Mountain Wilderness, solo bikepacking in the Lost Sierra, the indigenous-led effort to restore and paddle the Klamath River, climbing Mexico’s volcanoes, and the return of great white sharks along California’s coast.
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Join @ellasuring and @uponward as they discuss the upcoming Headlands 27K trail race in Marin, CA that’s part of the Golden Trail World Series. Head to our bio 🔗 to learn more about this race and the environmental and gender equity steps they’re taking along the way. ⛰️
#trailrunning #trailracing #goldentrailseries #california #adventure
From preservation to expansion, @truckeedirtunion is all about protecting what we love. Explore their mission to safeguard Truckee’s outdoor legacy. 🏞️
👉”With any successful community-driven movement, being in the right place at the right time with the right message is everything. In the case of Truckee, California-based Truckee Dirt Union (TDU), all of those elements and more have lined up since its founding in 2020. A 501c3 non-profit focused on creating positive outcomes for mountain biking through collaboration and good times, TDU is an example of how a community can engage and help shape a vision for its own future.”
📝Words by Kurt Gensheimer @trail_whisperer
📸Photos by @gpmartinphoto and @ryansalmphotography
Get your hands on our recent issue📙to read the full article in our large format print edition, or click the link 🔗 to read it online.
@visittruckeetahoe @truckeedonnerlandtrust
Upcoming event alert!
Looking for a trail race close to home with some incredible people and terrain? The Headlands 27K is coming up the weekend of September 14-15, and there’s still spots available in the women’s race. Use code WOMENRULE for 15% off your registration.
This event is the 7th in the Golden Trail World Series, and features some serious competition and world class athletes. Head to the link in our bio 🔗 to learn how you can participate and how Headlands is making waves in accessibility in the trail racing scene.
Photo credits to respective owners on our website.
#californiaadventure #trailracing #subultra
We caught up with Allyson Gunsallus to talk about her project Hand Holds — an interview series to help climbers understand the transition to parenting and parenthood. 🧗♂️
Though the series uses climbing as a lens, it is meant to be useful for all athletes and people transitioning into their new role as a parent. 🧑🧒
Click the link 🔗 in our bio to watch the full interview with @yosguns. 🎬
From rugged landscapes to hidden gems, get an insider’s look at one of Oregon’s best overland adventures. 🏕️🥾
Our latest issue shares Krista Houghton’s overland adventure from Klamath Falls to Bend on the Great American Outback Trail. 🌄🚙
Click the link in our bio 🔗, pick up a copy at your favorite shop🏬, or subscribe to have ASJ delivered to your home. 🏡
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#AdventureAwaits #RoadTripReady #TrailBlazing #OverlandNation #OffRoadExploration #PacificNorthwestAdventures #DiscoverOregon #OregonOutback #GreatAmericanOutback #KlamathToBend
Who else is already looking forward to the weekend? ⛰️✨
Mammoth Mountain offers the perfect weekend getaway! Enjoy breathtaking hikes, 80 miles of singletrack, guided roped climbs, kayaking, and more. 🚴♀️🧗♂️
Ready to plan your escape? Click the link 🔗 in our bio for tips on planning your perfect itinerary. 😎
@mammothmountain
