Women's Adventure
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Women's Adventure's Latest Posts
Rock the Cover Vote
Hmm…we’re trying to choose a Summer cover and we need your input. What do you think? Too cute? Too serious? Not enough umbrella drinks?
Outdoor Research Chaos Jacket
Of the several jackets I’ve acquired over the years, my new favorite is the women’s Outdoor Research Chaos Jacket. It’s a multi-function, all-in-one jacket that I stuff in my backpack for a spring hike and wear to keep me comfortable in cold wind on a winter ski.
Plastic-Free Baby Journal
I’m pregnant. And as my waistline continues to bloom, so do our questions about just how we are going to raise a plastic free—or at least plastic-lite—baby in this highly disposable, stuff-heavy baby world.
Fear and Anticipation
Soon, I’ll race 5,800 miles across the deepest, most powerful ocean in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Today, I’m surrounded by my gear packed in waterproof bags: oilskin trousers, sailing boots, baselayers, and enough granola bars to last five weeks. But those aren’t the only essentials I’ll carry with me.
Park Tool’s Commuter Tool Roll
Don’t get caught out unprepared. Park Tool’s Commuter Tool Roll has everything you need for on-the-road tire repair when you cycle.
Traveling to Teach
Helen Thayer explores all corners of the globe to experience its cultures and share them with others.
2012 Creative Conference for Writers
Intensive two-day writer’s conference in beautiful Boulder, CO, sponsored by Women’s Adventure Magazine founder, Michelle Theall.
Meteorologist Shares Tips to Finding Perfect Powder
Powder. Why we travel through early morning darkness to get first chair, “lose” our friends on days with 12 inches of fresh. Here’s how to chase the white ghost, according to the founder of OpenSnow.com, meteorologist Joel Gratz.
Detours Fremonster Flap Pannier
My initial reaction: “It’s pretty.” But I know from experience that functionality is the priority. Made by a small Seattle company, this pannier passes my functionality test, and I love the fun design and bright, springtime color!
Specialized Jett Comp 29
The Specialized Jett Comp 29 is one rockin’ women’s 2012 mountain bike, according to the pro-mountain biker who rides it.
Being a Wild Thing
Kasha Rigby has been skiing for 30 years and travels the world to find new wild places.
