1999 Millet Laos Climbing Expedition
As appeared in Rock & Ice issue #93 cover story – June 1999. Text by Will Hair. Download Topo Map to Eagle Rock Here In the remote reaches of Northern Laos, Laung Prabang province, the mighty Mekong River carves a grand path through the rugged mountains. Deep in the heart of Laos, a clear flowing [...]
Big in Japan… A Rock Climber’s Perspective…
One can’t help but notice the spectacular grey-black volcanic andesite cliffs of Jogasaki are peppered with white chalk marks. Look closer, and you’ll see – pressed against these fractured faces and splayed over the boulders below – hordes of Japanese climbers decked out in flashy clothing and climbing gear. Right beside them, the waves [...]
Japan Tobacco Inc. “Mild Seven Outdoor Quest…”
So get this… At the end of the 90′s, early 2000′s, Japanese tobacco companies were not allowed to advertise their products in China (something to do with anger over something called World War II). So Japan Tobacco Inc, makers of Mild Seven cigarettes, decided to hold an “Eco-challenge” style adventure race – sponsored by Mild [...]
Climbing, Sea Kayaking and Surfing in Vietnam…
Since their triumph against the capitalists in 1975, Vietnam has long held an unfavorable image by much of the world. Western movies made about this rural country held titles like Platoon, Full Metal Jacket and – to make matters worse – Hamburger Hill. But a recent flood of tourism into Vietnam has resulted in a [...]
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