Compiling a list of all the different types of extreme sport is difficult – if not impossible! But just like the daredevils doing the activities we love a challenge… So check out our A-Z (abseiling to zorbing), ultimate list of…
To conduct this Polar Grit X Pro review I have worn this rugged smartwatch for sports and adventure extensively. Running and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, paddle boarding and swimming plus I have even tracked my snowboarding wearing this watch.…
The Odin range by Helly Hansen is the company’s recently updated professional-grade outdoor gear range. Let’s look at two key pieces: the Odin 9 Worlds 3.0 shell jacket and in more detail the new Odin Everdown hooded jacket. Odin Everdown…
Have you ever pondered on a chairlift, “Can we recycle skis?” With the rise of eco-consciousness, the ski industry understandably faces mounting pressure to adopt sustainable practices. The good news is that, the young startup, ADN is improving skiing sustainability…
Flying high, diving deep or riding fast provide an adrenaline hit, but is that the only reason we love adventure activities? In this post I pose the question why are extreme sports fun? From passion to purpose and exploration to…
My dad got me into the outdoors as a kid. I’ve been into everything rom biking to hiking, snowboarding to paddle boarding, climbing to kayaking and running to rowing ever since. This has taught me that the right gear makes…
Looking for a great freeriding ski jacket? Then check out this HH women’s Odin Backcountry Infinity Shell Jacket review by pro alpine skier Elsa Powell-Dooley. In recent years, I’ve seen an increase in slope enthusiasts choosing shell jackets over the…
Welcoming pro skier Elsa Powell-Dooley to the Adventure Sports Holidays gear review team. She is testing out a whole host of kit for us this winter. First up, is this review of ULLR D 3 Fingers Gloves by Helly Hansen.…
Everyone remembers school sports. And unless you were very lucky, there was the very familiar list of ‘choices’ which then filled our Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Only recently have schools started to lighten the curriculum and include a new range…
If you have ever been given the task of booking a group ski vacation you will know all too well how frustrating and time consuming it can be. Whether it’s a group of your friends, family or a work incentive…
Norway is well known for its long, cold winters and heavy snowfalls. Its many mountains are covered with snow from early autumn to late spring making a long season for Norwegian ski holidays. But did you know there are 5…
Is Baqueira Beret the best Spanish ski resort? In this comprehensive guide to skiing in Baqueira Beret, we’ll explore what makes this ski destination so special, the facilities it offers, and why it should be on your radar for your…
Looking for some backcountry ski and snowboard outer layers that will keep the elements at bay while not weighing you down? Then have a read of this review of Verglas Backcountry Ski Shell Jacket and trousers by Helly Hansen. I…
Surprise yourself in other disciplines under the guidance of our esf mountain enthusiasts! Disciplines include: Cross Country Skiing, Biathlon, Ski Touring plus more. Who is Cross Country Skiing for? Not necessarily a typical British pastime, Cross Country skiing can offer…
With a new year comes a new start, and why not make your best adventures of 2023 one of the most exciting on the planet. After considering thousands of adventurous opportunities from around the world we’ve chosen our top 10…
Cross country ski your way around the nordic ski domains of the Champsaur and Valgaudemar valleys and discover this exclusive winter paradise of the Southern French Alps. With over 130km of groomed cross country ski pistes pistes across 4 nordic…
Every adventurer knows what they do carries some risk. But how do we keep extreme sports safe? And do we really want to? Are there are things we can do to reduce adventure travel risk while still getting the adrenaline…
Looking for the best Estonia adventures? This northern European country offers more for outdoor enthusiasts than most of us realise. To find out more check out the below Baltic activity holidays with a Nordic twist that cover 25 different things…
Are you looking for some eco ski pants for freeride, ski touring and time on the piste? Then read this Helly Hansen Elevation Infinity Shell 2.0 Trousers review. Helly Hansen offer some very nice-looking Elevation Infinity Shell trousers in a…
Merino is most commonly known and used as a base layer, however the fabric lends itself well to many things. Options when choosing merino accessories are increasing, so let’s look at what’s available and how they might be useful to…