Risk-Takers: Adventure, Death, and the Price of Ambition
Exploration, risk, and mortality intertwine in the stories of adventurers like Steck and Baumgartner. The author reflects on the cost of ambition and society's reactions to daring feats.
How to look after your hiking gear: 12 kit checks
Instead, soak it in a bath or large basin with lukewarm water with a little bit of standard washing detergent or, ideally, use a specialist cleaner such as Nikwax Tech Wash. Sluice the backpack around and use a sponge to scrub any troublesome stains or spots.