
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

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

"Iconic throwback" – the Hoka Speedgoat 2 trail running shoe is back by popular demand
By Julia Clarke published
The Speedgoat 2 is the shoe that put Hoka on the trail running map

Yeti drops vibrant new Gold Coast collection to bring "fresh energy and optimism" to your adventures – and after a long winter, you deserve it
By Julia Clarke published
The collection comes in a fresh new colorway that's beachy and fun, and we are here for it

Quick! The fantastic Garmin Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 watches just tumbled back to their lowest prices ever on Amazon
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Which super-smart GPS watch will you choose?

Spring runoff warnings as 2 hikers "swept away" by fast-moving creek
By Julia Clarke published
Both men suffered minor injuries in the incident

Black Diamond boosts prices: your gear could cost 25% more thanks to new tariffs – here's how to save
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Utah-based brand says it's raising prices starting on May 5

Alex Honnold goes "full on Mission Impossible" on Coyote Tower
By Julia Clarke published
The Free Solo star's latest mission involved a little more air time than usual

2 hikers dead in apparent fall after allegedly crossing safety railing at iconic Bryce Canyon overlook
By Julia Clarke published
Officials say snow and slick conditions persist in the Utah National Park, making conditions dangerous

The "top notch, tactile" Primus Trail II FG is Vivobarefoot's bestselling minimalist shoe, and it's $40 off right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals We loved these high-quality and ethically made shoes on the trails

This "cozy" Therm-a-Rest sleeping bag gives side sleepers plenty of room to curl up in comfort and it's a massive 40% off at Backcountry right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Grab this premium bag for less than $115 right now

Hiker rescued after getting stranded overnight between 2 fast-moving brooks during spring runoff
By Julia Clarke published
The hiker's plans were blighted by heavy rains in addition to seasonal snow melt

"Biggest trail fight of my life" – new course records from Emily Hawgood, Francesco Puppi at Canyons by UTMB 100k as final golden tickets handed out for Western States
By Julia Clarke last updated
The unusually cold California race was the last chance for elite ultra runners to secure a spot in the Western States 2025

This top-rated Gore-Tex jacket from Outdoor Research is usually $379 – you can save $115 on it right now at REI
By Julia Clarke published
Deals At just $265, this jacket is a reliable wet weather staple

"A little dream of mine for a while now" – Katie Schide grabs gold at World Trail Majors race just 2 weeks after signing with new sponsor
By Julia Clarke published
Schide came back for another go at the MIUT after finishing second to Courtney Dauwalter in 2019

Grumble no more, Yeti fans – the awesome Roadie 24 hard cooler just got the upgrade you've been begging for
By Julia Clarke published
Yeti fans have been complaining about the design of the brand's portable cooler, and the brand has listened

Adidas Sport SP0095 sunglasses review: high on performance, low on style
By Julia Clarke published
These wraparound shades look whacky and sit a little too far from your face, but we can't deny they're light, comfortable and won't budge during your next trail run

The best Garmin watches 2025: incredible smartwatches to track your movement and metrics
By Julia Clarke, Cat Ellis, Charlie Lyon, Will Symons last updated
We've tested the very best Garmin watches and their myriad functions to help you choose the right one for your sport, ambitions and budget

“Our iconic 14ers will now be even more accessible and safe to summit" – 12 popular Colorado trails slated for a major refresh
By Julia Clarke published
The Colorado Fourteeners Initiative has been awarded a $250,000 grant to reconstruct and restore 12 summit trails

We gave the Saucony Endorphin Edge trail shoes a perfect 5 stars for "uncompromising stability" – they're now a massive 65% off at Amazon
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Yes, you read it right – grab these awesome shoes for less than $70 right now

Massachusetts mother of 4 dies in fall during family hike in Purgatory Chasm
By Julia Clarke published
Police say the woman was hiking with three of her children when the incident occurred

How to watch the Golden Trail World Series in 2025: Salomon inks new deal to live stream international trail running circuit
By Julia Clarke published
The multi-year partnership means you can watch the leading short-distance trail running circuit from home, or anywhere else
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