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
Hoka's new "snap on and take off" vest and shrug combo has mountain runners ready for changing winter conditions
By Julia Clarke published
Unpredictable conditions call for versatile clothing
"This is not the time of the year for dangerous backcountry adventures" – leaf peepers cause chaos on New England trails
By Julia Clarke published
A surge in fall hikers has clogged trails, wreaking havoc for mountain rescue
Could you really go from couch to ultra in 12 months? 5 ultramarathon training tips from a pro – for any level of runner
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to an ultra runner and coach about how he takes people from the couch to ultra marathon distances
Feeling the cold? These tiny gadgets are a total game-changer for winter adventures and they're only $17 at Amazon right now
By Julia Clarke published
Hand warmers also make excellent stocking stuffers if you're thinking ahead to Christmas
I wore these Merrell shoes for a 100-mile hike and my feet were so happy – they're 40% off at REI right now
By Julia Clarke published
These ultra-lightweight shoes are comfortable from the forest to the beach
5 awesome features on your Coros watch you're probably not using yet – and how to get started
By Julia Clarke published
The GPS watch brand has released helpful tips for fans of the Apex, Vertex and Pace
Jimmy Chin's "monumental and emotional" discovery of Andrew Irvine's body on Everest may finally put mountaineering's most enduring mystery to rest
By Julia Clarke last updated
The director was on Everest filming an upcoming National Geographic documentary when the discovery was made
"I will never forget today" – chilling note found at mountain summit provides clues in case of missing Yellowstone hiker
By Julia Clarke published
The 22-year-old hiker has been missing for nearly a month
This Altra Olympus 5 is one of the most popular shoes among Appalachian Trail hikers – get them up to 30% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
A 2023 survey found this model to be second most popular amongst thru-hikers
Struck down by altitude sickness, 2 hikers signal for help just before cell phone batteries die
By Julia Clarke published
Always carry reliable communications devices when venturing into the backcountry
Yes, you read that right, the awesome Garmin Epix (Gen 2) is $271 off right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Epix is one of Garmin's most advanced GPS watches
No, it's not a typo – the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 really is $140 off at Amazon right now for its lowest price ever
By Julia Clarke last updated
Grab a great deal on this classic fitness tracker while stock lasts
Don't wait for Black Friday – this "shockingly comfortable" Therm-A-Rest sleeping pad is more than 20% off right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
Four inches of stable loft make the Topo Luxe the thickest NeoAir ever
The $105 price tag on these highly-rated Salomon hiking boots is the perfect remedy for your Prime Day hangover
By Julia Clarke published
The men's Salomon X Ultra Pioneer Mid CSWP hiking boots are sold out almost everywhere, but you can scoop them up cheap at Amazon
Warnings after two separate overnight rescues for hikers "cliffed out" at high altitude
By Julia Clarke published
Mountain rescue teams urge preparedness as winter arrives on Colorado's 14ers
Yes, you read that right, you can get these "bombproof" Patagonia ski pants for as little as $80 right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
The waterproof Patagonia Powder Town men's pants are easy to layer and move with you on the hill
Why wait for Black Friday? This Yeti cooler is $60 off right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
It may have a soft side, but the classy Yeti Hopper M15 Soft Cooler Bag is as hard as nails
Is this the perfect Christmas gift for adventurers? This compact camping lantern from Black Diamond doubles as a backpacking flashlight and it's only $18
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Black Diamond Zip lights up the camping table for meals and turns into a precise flashlight for the walk to your tent
Hurry, this top-rated Arc'teryx jacket with "all the features, none of the weight" is a cool $140 off right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
The waterproof jacket is an ideal Christmas gift but it's selling out quickly, so act fast
No need to wait for Black Friday! The feature-packed Garmin Forerunner 255 Music is $100 off right now
By Julia Clarke last updated
This watch allows you to listen to music on the move without your phone
I got lost on a rainy mountain and stayed warm and dry in this "perfect" Arc'teryx waterproof jacket – it's 29% off right now at REI
By Julia Clarke last updated
The women's Arc'teryx Beta LT jacket keeps things light, dry and comfortable
Hikers love this top-rated insulated jacket from Arc'teryx and you'll love that it's still $90 off
By Julia Clarke last updated
The Arc'teryx Atom insulated hoodie is ready to join you on all your cold weather adventures
Would you tie a helium balloon to your backpack to make hiking easier? Influencer left deflated by "lazy man climbing" experiment
By Julia Clarke published
A Chinese social media influencer recently became the latest to put this unusual method to the test
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