The Adventurist Digest: Flying Cars, Winter Gear, and Facebook Adventures
November 10, 2008
A British man may have invented the next mode of human transportation. Gilo Cardoza has invented a car that is 100% street legal, runs on biofuel, and is able to go 80 mph–through the air. Cardoza’s flying car uses a paramotor (a large propeller/parachute combination strapped to a car) based system that will allow the vehicle to ‘take-off’ at 35 mph, maintain stability, and fly at speeds approaching 80 mph. Haven’t we all dreamed of an invention like this? Cardoza’s concept should be a reality in early 2009, as his vehicle hits production. Read More>>>
The Press of Atlantic City has a nice interview with an individual that spent 61 days living in Denali National Park. Willie Karridis was inspired to take take on this adventure after he read a book by Charles Sheldon. Charles Sheldon’s laid the basis for the area to become a National Park. Karridis would spend 61 days in an 8 x8 tent, with little food and barely any personal contact. He also done this adventure in winter. Read More>>>
Colorado ski shops are gearing up for a big winter by purchasing extra rental equipment. Their purchases may allude to a bigger crowd, but that isn’t necessarily the case. Ski shop owners say that the poor economy has people reevaluating paying airline fees for their extra luggage. The Ski shops are just trying to make the equipment easier on the pocket book. Some could question this motivation as just another way ski companies can get more money out of their guests. Read More>>>
The Australian Alps have been listed on the National Heritage Register. This listing will help protect an area that covers 1.5 million hectacres and runs through 11 of Australia’s national parks. While this listing has many people happy with the designation, many of Australia’s ski resorts say that it will limit any new developments. I am pretty sure that was the purpose.. Read More>>>
A United States team of three individuals will be taking part in the 2009 Polar Challenge. They will be competing against more than 80 other teams on a quest to win a race to the South Pole. The competitors will be skiing 14-18 hours a day in an attempt to cover the 368 mile course. Read More>>>
Swiss adventurer Bertrand Piccard has called on the nation of Switzerland to catch up to other countries in the fight for renewable energy resources. Piccard will be embarking on an around-the-world solar-powered flight to bring awareness to renewable resources. He is also calling on indistrial leaders to stop fighting against energy reforms in his home nation. Read More>>>
The Maldives are taking drastic measures against climate change. The Maldive government will begin diverting tourism funds to help pay for an eventual country move in case catastrophy strikes their island nation. They may be looking to purchase some Australian property, as an insurance measure, in case the Maldive citizens would be forced from their island retreat. Read More>>>
With old man winter on the horizon, many people are looking to upgrade their gear for the upcoming skiing, snowboarding, and trekking seasons. Are you prepared? Backpacker Magazine takes a look at some of the top clothing for your outdoor winter pursuits in 2008. Read More>>>
Team up with top adventurers on Facebook! National Geographic: Adventure and Mountain Hardware are just two of the great Facebook friends that you can now add. If your currently on Facebook, be sure to leave your address in The Adventurist’s comments section below and I will be able to add you, as well.
Six climbers died over the past month while climbing in the Himalayas. These climbers included five French and one Iranian climber. While the fall climbing season is often referred to as more dangerous than the Spring climbing season, usually less crowds mean fewer deaths. Read More>>>
Machu Picchu has become the topic for a lawsuit brought on by Peru’s government against Yale University. The lawsuit stems from allegations that Yale University is harboring thousands of Inca artifacts bought in during the early part of the 20th century by noted archeaologist Hiram Bingham. Read More>>>
Today’s Discussion: Will President elect Barack Obama’s environmental policies help protect or hamper our nation’s outdoor heritage? Give your answer and your reasonings in the comment section below.
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Written by Jason A. Hendricks · Filed Under Adventurist Digest, Uncategorized |
