Julia Clarke
Julia Clarke is a staff writer for Advnture.com and the author of the book Restorative Yoga for Beginners. She loves to explore mountains on foot, bike, skis and belay and then recover on the the yoga mat. Julia graduated with a degree in journalism in 2004 and spent eight years working as a radio presenter in Kansas City, Vermont, Boston and New York City before discovering the joys of the Rocky Mountains. She then detoured west to Colorado and enjoyed 11 years teaching yoga in Vail before returning to her hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 to focus on family and writing.
Latest articles by Julia Clarke
Ultra runner denied FKT for allegedly taking a shortcut – now he faces charges of cutting switchbacks in a National Park
By Julia Clarke published
Michelino Sunseri tried to set a new record on Grand Teton on Labor Day
"I had never encountered a job quite like this" – hiker trapped upside down between boulders for hours trying to retrieve phone
By Julia Clarke published
It took crews many hours and specialized equipment to free the woman
Light, warm and "easy to stash" on a hike, this top-rated Adidas Terrex Xperior fleece is 50% off at REI way ahead of Black Friday
By Julia Clarke published
Falling temperatures call for light, breathable layers like this
With "whumphing and cracking," Colorado's first skier-triggered avalanche of the season is right on time
By Julia Clarke published
The skiers both managed to ski out safely
Want to climb mountains and trek jungles barefoot? Vivobarefoot is here to help with "down to earth" new hiking boot range
By Julia Clarke published
The barefoot shoe brand unveils several new and updated styles for fall
Maine hiker, 72, lost in woods for 4 days may have been kept alive by dog as husband dies
By Julia Clarke published
The woman was found hypothermic but alive after spending four nights in freezing temperatures
Are you prepared for winter conditions? Hikers warned after man rescued by helicopter from Mt. Timpanogos with "frozen feet"
By Julia Clarke published
Wintry conditions have arrived in Utah's Rockies and hikers need to be skilled and prepared
We camped wild in the Nemo Hornet Osmo backpacking tent and it was "a pleasure to live in" – grab yours for 25% off at REI
By Julia Clarke published
This ultralight tent boasts cutting-edge fabrics and a gorgeous design
"Dizzy descents, endless climbs, and mud" – Mathieu Blanchard comes out swinging at Reunion Island 100-miler after disappointing UTMB DNF
By Julia Clarke published
The ultra runner came in nearly an hour ahead of the next runner in the grueling cross-island race
So you’ve got a Garmin watch – do you really need a running coach too?
By Julia Clarke published
A running watch can be a phenomenal training tool, but it’s not a replacement for a real live coach
I started brewing coffee on mountain summits and now I can't stop. Here's the piece of gear you need for a satisfying brew on any hike.
By Julia Clarke published
Julia Clarke discovers the joys of a fresh brew at the summit
Columbia Fast Trek III Fleece Gloves review: just a great pair of gloves for hiking at any pace
By Julia Clarke published
Warm, light, breathable and phone-friendly, these gloves have practically everything you'd want from a pair of hiking gloves
Vango Powerbank review: solve your camping power problems with this compact charger
By Julia Clarke published
Charge your phone and pump up your air tent all with this portable device
The North Face Summit Altimetro Long Sleeve Top review: all-day comfort for race day and long runs
By Julia Clarke published
This long sleeve top is specifically designed to meet the weight requirements of cold-weather mandatory race kits
Boasting rugged good looks from a bygone era, the Nike Cygnal hiking boot finally drops – but can it charm its way onto the trails?
By Julia Clarke published
But it's so pretty you might not want to wear on the trail
No plans this weekend? Yosemite just dropped its reservations system ahead of schedule – here's everything you need to know
By Julia Clarke published
Yosemite has ended its reservations system early, so what are you waiting for?
The Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor 40-60L is "my forever backpack" – and it's 40% off at REI right now
By Julia Clarke published
This 5-star rated pack is finally at a price many hikers have been waiting for
“It’s not really a climbing film” – why the Devil’s Climb with Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell isn't what you think
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Devil’s Thumb sees the duo complete the first-ever single-day traverse of all five peaks of Alaska’s Devil’s Thumb massif – but it’s also more than that
I've been hiking in the "awesomely light and warm" Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid jacket for the past year, and it's 50% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
This jacket is light and warm enough to wear in every season
Is this the world's most sustainable running shoe? 2 former Nike employees team up for the planet-friendly FUTUREOne
By Julia Clarke published
The midsole has the highest bio content of any performance foam and enzymes that help the shoe degrade in the landfill
AeroPress GO travel coffee maker review: bring your favorite brew backpacking
By Julia Clarke last updated
The travel version of the hugely popular AeroPress offers all the perks of the bigger model in a compact package for coffee lovers on the go
"We recommend that people do not attempt the route" – after deadly summer, Half Dome hiking cables come down for the season
By Julia Clarke last updated
This season saw a tragic death on Half Dome, prompting conversations about safety on the route
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