
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

"No more digging around" – Yeti's tough new daypack makes it easier to access your gear on the trail with cutting-edge zipper technology
By Julia Clarke published
The Ranchero is a reimagined version of Yeti's Bozeman pack, designed in collaboration with Mystery Ranch

Vango Volt Headtorch review: budget-friendly and super bright, this headlamp is quirky, but it was a lifesaver on the trail
By Julia Clarke published
There are some great benefits to this headlamp, which can be removed from its band and clipped to your clothing

New Garmin report reveals the outdoor activity that triggers the most SOS alerts (and no, it's not snowmobiling)
By Julia Clarke published
Garmin just released its 2024 stats and this common activity is behind the vast majority of SOS calls

Lost hiker who set fires to attract rescuers that burned 230 acres of forest ordered to pay nearly $300,000 in fines
By Julia Clarke last updated
Federal judges ruled the man could have taken precautions that would have avoided triggering a wildfire

“We’ve never been limited to traditional categories” – Arc'teryx goes all in on technical mountain running shoes for 2025
By Julia Clarke published
2025 brings some exciting new technical runners from the Canadian brand, including a running shoe you can climb in

Hoka has sold out of these highly-rated Speedgoat hiking boots – but you can find them for $70 off at Nordstrom Rack right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals The Hoka Speedgoat 5 Mid is cushioned, grippy workhorse for hikers, and less than $110 right now

Emergency blanket vs bivy: which offers the best shelter?
By Julia Clarke last updated
We compare an emergency blanket vs bivy for unfortunate incidents in the mountains to help you find the best protection for your wayward adventures

The North Face Summit Breithorn Futurelight Boots review: lightweight and protective on rock, snow and ice
By Julia Clarke published
These technical but lightweight mountaineering boots thrive in a variety of conditions

This SOS subscription plan works with iPhone, InReach and other satellite devices and pays for backcountry emergencies – it's cheaper than a pair of running shoes
By Julia Clarke published
Overwatch x Rescue is the first SOS plan to take advantage of iPhone's new satellite messaging capabilities to make emergency rescue and treatment affordable

Can't wait for Hoka's adventure sandal to be released? Teva's new technical Grandview Max has arrived, and it's ready to tackle the trails
By Julia Clarke published
Teva has been crafting technical sandals for over 40 years

This super smart Garmin Forerunner is "perfect for new runners" – and it just plummeted to its lowest price ever at Amazon
By Julia Clarke last updated
Deals The Garmin Forerunner 255 Music has never been this cheap before, even on Black Friday

Strava makes it harder to cheat, easier to share your adventures
By Julia Clarke published
Leaderboard Integrity identifies unrealistic speeds while Flyover lets you share a 3D map of your adventure on other apps

Columbia Sportswear prepares to blast its Omni-Heat technology into outer space to "stretch the boundaries of material testing" in the harshest conditions
By Julia Clarke published
Columbia’s award-winning Omni-Heat Infinity technology will insulate the helium tank on the Athena spacecraft during its operational phase on the moon

Be the champion of breakfast with the Yeti Rambler French Press – a "heavy duty coffee powerhouse" that's 20% off at REI right now
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Add a touch of class to your mornings at camp with this Yeti French press, now less than $90

US ultra runner storms to the finish line in Transgrancanaria with stunning new course record
By Julia Clarke published
Olson is a relative newcomer to the ultra scene, but made his presence known at last year's Western States

"The greatest of all time” – Mikaela Shiffrin returns from violent crash to claim historic 100th World Cup win
By Julia Clarke published
The Colorado skier is celebrating her historic win by helping to raise $100,000 in support of its learn-to-ski and snowboard programs

"There is nothing more American than our public lands" – climbers hang upside-down US flag during Yosemite's firefall to protest Trump hiring freeze
By Julia Clarke published
The demonstrators rappelled down to hang the inverted American flag over El Capitan during the annual phenomenon

"Nemo just keeps getting better" – is the Tensor Elite the lightest inflatable insulated sleeping pad ever made?
By Julia Clarke published
The Tensor Elite is ideal for the spec-focused backpacker

Hey trail runners: those carbon plates in your running shoes might be holding you back, says new Salomon study
By Julia Clarke published
Are carbon plates really the future of trail shoes?

It's a race against time to get the awesome Vasque Talus hiking boots before they're gone forever – here are the best deals on the internet
By Julia Clarke published
Deals Stocks are dwindling, but you can still find the Vasque Talus and save up to 55%

Amazfit launches the feature-packed Active 2 smartwatch globally – and it's looking pretty good for less than $100
By Julia Clarke published
The Amazfit Active 2 has more than 160 sports modes and offline maps

Lost teenager abandons a backpack full of survival gear in a Utah canyon – a month later, it saves 2 hikers' lives
By Julia Clarke published
The father and son duo was able to survive the night thanks to the surprise find

You'll be "ready to romp" in these waterproof hiking boots from Altra – and they're 30% off right now at REI
By Julia Clarke published
Deals The Altra Lone Peak ALL-WTHR Mid 2 has a wide toe box and tons of cushioning
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