
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

Jetboil Flash 1.0 review: safer and easier to use than the original, still boils water at a blistering pace
By Julia Clarke published
The updated Jetboil Flash 1.0 takes care of a few issues on the older model, and still gets your water boiling at camp faster than you can stake out a tent

Courtney Dauwalter and Tara Dower love Injinji toe socks – and you will too now they come in merino wool
By Julia Clarke last updated
The new Injinji Ultra Run No-Show Wool is built for runners who want to go the distance, without chafing

The "outstanding" Jetboil Zip has all the benefits of the Flash, but it's lighter, smaller, and under $75 at REI right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
Deals Grab the light and lightning-fast Jetboil Zip for 25% off right now

Body of 22-year-old Canadian hiker found 5 months after vanishing on snowy Adirondacks mountain
By Julia Clarke published
Hikers reportedly discovered the remains of Léo Dufour near where he went for an overnight hiking trip last winter

"You'll always be a step ahead": AllTrails rolls out biggest update in over a decade with 6 new features – here's what we're most excited about
By Julia Clarke published
The popular hiking app aims to improve hikers' experience on the trail with innovative tech

Coros Pace Pro vs Coros Pace 3: I tested both GPS watches, and this is my honest opinion
By Julia Clarke published
Are you wondering whether to go with the smart and simple Coros Pace 3, or the big and bright Pace Pro? Check out our side-by-side comparison before you buy

I'm trekking to Everest Base Camp next week – should I be nervous?
By Julia Clarke published
I ask my friends in high places for their best advice to help me prepare

Built for ultra runners who like to make a statement, Merrell's loud new trail shoe gives Hoka's boldest models a run for their money
By Julia Clarke published
The Merrell MTL Adapt Matryx looks like it's in it for the long run

The "perfect EDC" Leatherman Skeletool can be clipped right onto your climbing harness, and it's under $90 right now on Amazon
By Julia Clarke published
Deals This minimalist tool has everything you need and nothing you don’t, and it's a rare 17% off right now

The "mindblowing" new Arc'teryx climbing backpack weighs less than your Yeti water bottle – and the material is 8 times stronger
By Julia Clarke published
The new pack is astonishingly light and the brand says it's "ultra-durable" for rock, ice, and alpine climbing

"Fueled by fire, grit, and an unshakable will": stunning new course records from Dan Green, Rachel Entrekin at Cocodona 250
By Julia Clarke last updated
The 250-mile race was a disappointment for Courtney Dauwalter, but both the men's and women's race saw record times

Who is Courtney Dauwalter? The ultra running queen
By Alex Foxfield last updated
Our running expert looks into the life and achievements of the American trailblazer widely considered the greatest female long-distance runner of all time

Save over $210 on a whole new backpacking sleep system in REI's camping sale, with huge deals on Big Agnes, Sea to Summit and Rumpl gear
By Julia Clarke published
Deals These three pieces are all deeply discounted, and add less than 4lbs to your pack

“This is not a simple or easy choice” – Keen says it won’t raise prices on hiking boots and sandals to offset tariffs this year
By Julia Clarke published
The news comes days after Black Diamond announced up to a 25% increase on prices of climbing and hiking gear

The stylish Fjallraven Abisko tights are the most technical trekking leggings I've ever tested – grab yours for less than $85 at REI
By Julia Clarke last updated
Deals These trekking tights are packed with surprising features and are extremely versatile, and they're 30% off right now

"A literal trailblazer": Brooks reissues iconic Cascadia 1 trail shoe that powered Scott Jurek to multiple podiums
By Julia Clarke published
The Brooks Cascadia 1 trail running shoe is back, 21 years after its initial release

"A tragic rescue with another young person losing their life" – second teen in two weeks killed in BC hiking accident
By Julia Clarke published
Winter conditions have claimed several lives in the province recently

"Well, shoot": Courtney Dauwalter's Cocodona 250 dreams grind to a halt at mile 108
By Julia Clarke last updated
After a strong start, the ultra running queen has dropped out of her first 250-mile race

"It has exactly what you need" – the highly-rated Gerber Gear Lockdown Pry 10-in-1 Multitool is nearly 50% off at Amazon right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Grab this popular tool for only $32.08 right now

"History in motion" – watch Courtney Dauwalter cruise into Prescott at mile 77 on the Cocodona 250 course as the overall race leader
By Julia Clarke published
The queen of trail running is blazing across Arizona despite challenging conditions in the desert

We asked Therm-a-Rest which of their sleeping pads are best for car camping, backpacking, fastpacking and thru-hiking – here's what they said
By Julia Clarke published
Therm-a-Rest is the MVP of the technical camping mattress world, and the only question for campers is, which of these premium sleeping pads do you need?

Big Agnes Rapide SL Insulated sleeping pad review: a deep dish of a camping mat that's astonishingly comfortable, warm and packable
By Julia Clarke published
The updated Rapide SL oozes comfort and versatility across the seasons

Disaster! Your phone just died in the middle of a hike, and you were using it to navigate – now what do you do?
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to mountain rescue about reducing your reliance on your phone when you're out on the trail

"Matted and a bit sore" – miracle cat survives 380ft Bryce Canyon plunge that killed her two owners
By Julia Clarke last updated
The cat was found near the bodies discovered earlier this week in Bryce Canyon National Park

The brilliant Saucony Peregrine 13 trail shoes can handle just about anything you throw at them – they're now a giant 50% off at Amazon
By Julia Clarke published
Deals We don't know how anyone is making money on this deal, but you can grab these perennially popular shoes for under $70 right now
Advnture Newsletter
All the latest inspiration, tips and guides to help you plan your next Advnture!