Ueli Steck is in the news again

This time it seems related to a brawl part-way up Everest! CLICK HERE TO READ THE BBC NEWS STORY.

Quote of the Week ... William James

"The decisive thing about us is not strength, intelligence, or wealth: these are things we carry. The real question posed to us is the effort we are willing to make."

South American Blog

Reading the Sunday New York Times, I happened upon this great travel blog ... it certainly got me thinking about another trip to the Andes. CLICK HERE TO READ THE BLOG.

Trail running tips from Scott Jurek

CLICK HERE TO WATCH A SHORT VUDEO.

Track workout

I took some NCS students out to the track for a quick workout, which after a thorough warmup included both a bit of sprinting (100 m) and middle distance work (1600 m). My body is not ready for intervals yet, although I did have a good 30 minute run on the track.

Long Distance Running And Old Farts

CLICK HERE TO READ THIS EXCELLENT ARTICLE.

Once A Runner

I jus re-read this wonderful novel, which draws on real life characters and events in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The story of Quenton Cassidy is a page turner, and much to my amazement I found this movie trailer ... the film was never actually produced and distributed though ... too bad. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE TRAILER.

More Tenth Mountain Division

Fire on the Mountain from Gage & Gage Productions on Vimeo.

If this catches your interest CLICK HERE TO WATCH A FOX NEWS SEGMENT CALLED WINTER WARRIORS.

The 25 Best Running Books

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE ON THE MARATHON AND BEYOND WEBSITE.

5k Boston Solidarity Run

For a tiny town, we had a huge turnout ... Needless to say I lagged way behind Lucy, Hyelom, and David.

My second week of transitioning with easy jogging

Doing laps around the 1k Dexter pasture with a waxing moon over Cascade. This is my fourth short running workout this week, which I have supplemented with some easy hikes, short stints on the rowing machine, and a bit of yoga.

Trooper Tour

While reading THE BOYS OF WINTER one couldn't help but be interested in the February 1944 ski traverse from Leadville to Aspen. The historical route was first retraced and skied by Lou "WILDSNOW" Dawson. CLICK HERE TO READ THE STORY.

History Of The Tenth Mountain Division

A terrifically engrossing book by Charles Sanders. The literature of this storied fighting force seems to grow by leaps and bounds, however this book has a slightly different bent. Along with a strict chronological history of how the ski troops came to be, how they trained, and how the fought, we have an in-depth look at three very different soldiers in the 10th. Rudy, Jake, and Ralph were killed in action. This is also one of the few books on the subject that actually questions some of the tactical decisions made by upper echelon leadership.

Fastest ski ascent of Mount Fuji

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THIS DYNAFIT TRAILER.

First African-American expedition to Denali

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO TRAILER.

Pulling out the hiking boots

Lower elevation trails are starting to come into shape. The view of Baxter, Giant, and Round Mountain from Owl's Head.

Ski descent of the Matterhorn North Face

CLICK HERE.

I was searching for something else and this popped up. Judging by the "skiing" not sure it has had a second descent.

The Deck Is On!

For those fossils too wimpy to sleep in the cabin the apartment now has a deck with an amazing view ... Gary and Selden knocked it out in two long days ... thanks G.

'Tis the season ... ultras, adventure runs, and FKT.

Now that spring is on its way every week brings a new challenge ... Buffalo Run 100, Marathon des Sables, Sonoma 50, and on to the Western States, Sky Runs, Leadville, and UTMB.CLICK HERE TO READ ABOUT LIZZY HAWKER WHO DOES THEM ALL.

Still skiing at MVH

Untitled from David Hochschartner on Vimeo.

THE MAN ... Ueli Steck on training for the mountains

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Shiva in the Indian Himalaya

Shiva - Piolets d'Or 2013 from Planetmountain.com on Vimeo.

FIRE ON THE TRACK ... steve prefontaine documentary

Even though I skied today, I am transitioning to running shoes, hiking boots, and rock shoes. While doing some yoga I re-watched this fantastic video and got all fired up.CLICK HERE TO WATCH.

The Billy Dutton Uphill Race

At just over 5k and 2000' vertical this run (or ski) up Squaw is a gut buster. This past weekend Callie won the run in 47:55 ... any truth to the rumor that her dad - El Presidente - is going to do the August run up Squaw?

The 100 Most Famous Japanese Mountains

CLICK HERE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES ARTICLE

Putting the skis away

Maybe I have a tour (or two) to do over on the Porter Mountain loop, however it is time to dust off the trail running shoes and the rock shoes. Get yourself fired up by watching this short Kilian Jornet video.CLICK HERE.

Untitled from David Hochschartner on Vimeo.

Ripping the hide for the last time this year

My last day at Alta, touring from the Lodge up partway on the Supreme chair (which was closed). We had a great NCS/CTT reunion.

National 50k ... last nordic race of the season

CLICK HERE TO WATCH RACE HIGHLIGHTS.

ALTA: day #3

After riding the lifts in the morning, I toured up to Twin Lakes pass in the afternoon. Mount Superior from the pass.

Tele-turns at Alta

Our NCS/CTT farmer - Mike Tholen - is taking some time off from sugaring, lambing, and planting in the greenhouse. He was ripping it this morning.

Skinning up the Alta Summer Road

NCS and CTT reunion at Alta

About 70 minutes, 950' vertical, and 5.5k tour after a long travel day. Great to be out here!

One month ago

Sitting in the sun outside the hut, eating apple strudel, and enjoying the view of the Silvretta range.

Tour de Flatirons

An informal event, since Boulder Open Space land bans competitive races. Participants run up to the base of each Flatiron (Third, the Slab, Fifth, First, and the Front Porch), solo the 8 pitches of easy slab climbing, and sprint down the ankle busting back side.

Nutrition for fast and light multi-day trips

CLICK HERE TO READ REINER THONI'S ESSAY.

Still skiing laps on the NCS hill

IMG 9966 from David Hochschartner on Vimeo.

BORN TO RUN ... the military gets into the fray

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ESSAY IN OUTSIDE MAGAZINE.

Last ice of the season

Gary rapping down Crystal Ice Tower last Saturday after leading it in thin conditions. Out of view are his new Dynafit TLT ski mountaineering/climbing boots.

The cragging season has started

Despite the fact that they ice climbed in the morning, it was clear that Owls Head was dry, warm, and that the rock climbing season is upon us.

To stretch or not to stretch ... that is the question

READ THIS RECENT NEW YORK TIMES ESSAY.

Randonee race in Afghanistan

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE NEW YORK TIMES VIDEO ESSAY.

ON THE RUN

Produced in 1979, this spectacularly beautiful film - shot in New Zealand - is as valid today as it was 35 years ago. Lydiard trained some of the best distance runners ever, several of whom feature prominently in the film.CLICK HERE TO WATCH THIS DOCUMENTARY.

Lucy is heading to St Paul's School next year!

The expansive curriculum, the gorgeous 2000 acre campus and facilities, as well as all the friendly nordic race team gals ... Sealed the deal.

Climate Change ... more grim news for Peruvian glaciers

Cold Thistle Alpinism ... Pornography ... you know it when you see it.

This is not mountain climbing but some pornographic substitute. CLICK HERE TO GO TO COLD THISTLE AND READ ABOUT THE TRAVESTY THAT IS EVEREST.

Ueli Steck again ... reel rock 8

This is not a new development for the alps, however Ueli is going to start using a para glider to enchain peaks.CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE TRAILER.

Hotshot in Chapel Pond Canyon

Gary leading a route on Good Friday. I was hoping to climb with Brian on Saturday and Sunday, however he had to bail as he was overloaded at work.