Some of you may have heard of this man from the movie 127 Hours. His story is the kinda story you see on subreddits that are so hard to believe, you won’t believe they’re true until you’ve seen it. Or in this case, you won’t believe it ‘til you’ve read it. Yep, Aron Ralston wrote…
8 Amazing Malaysian Women You Should Know About We love women, and we know you do too! To celebrate and honour the ladies in conjunction with International Women’s Day, let’s have a look at 6 Malaysian women who have achieved some notable milestones who deserve more attention than they’re getting. 1. Chee Moy Chun Now,…
Hiking Permits and Where To Get Them (Updated March 2023) If you’ve been looking up places to hike often, you’d have likely come across the annoying line of “permit required”. While most experienced hikers would know exactly what to do, not everyone might know the procedures of getting said hiking permit. But, it’s actually quite…
Are you from Sabah? Cuz I tak Sabah want to see you! While the pickup line is on another level of cringe, Sabah is, to say the least, one of the best places in the world to visit especially if you’re a hiking enthusiast. There’s ancient caves, beautiful beaches, breathtaking islands and a lot of…
While fancy restaurants and wine is cool and all (and expensive), who said Valentine’s Day dates are all about being fancy? Sometimes, simplicity is all you need. Any full-fledged outdoor-loving couple will probably prefer dodging the crowd and avoiding overly fancy 3-course meals and instead, taking it outside for a romantic date that’s both low-cost…
While Penang is more well known for its food, beaches and perhaps its drivers, there’s not much talk about its hiking spots outside the hiking community. The first few things that pop up in almost everyone’s mind when they hear “Penang” are usually laksa, char koay teow, prawn noodles, Kek Lok Si Temple, street art,…
If you really think about it, trail running is just hiking, but on steroids. And that means it’s gonna be pretty tough, and way tougher if you’re ill-equipped. Before you hit the trails, you gotta be all set with everything you’ll need to make it less of a nightmare (or just a mild inconvenience if…
Hiking is somewhat… strange. It’s both relaxing and tiring, but what makes hiking so fricking enjoyable is the sense of adventure that comes with it. The exploration, the challenges, the sighs after a long climb, the sense of escape you need from the urban life of working in the office, everything. And then it hits….
Being prepared is perhaps the best way to avoid disasters. Being caught in a sticky situation is one thing, but not being well-equipped is where it gets really bad. Regardless of any emergency, there’s a chance you might have to hold out on your own for several days before rescue arrives. This is when you’ll…
Camping’s pretty awesome. A nice little escape from the urban world, tonnes of wonderful places to chill at, the really nice views, and nothing beats watching the sunset as you have a nice hot drink by your tent. Part of what makes camping even better is the shopping phase. That’s right, you gotta know what…
Best Gift for Runners Shopping for runners can be an adventure in itself if you’re not one yourself. There’s so many things you can get in fact, you will never RUN out of options! With many options comes indecisiveness and tonnes of head-scratching. Let’s narrow it down a little. Here’s some best gifts for runners…
Best Gifts for Campers Everyone seems to be going back to camping again, and it might be a good time to shop for a gift for your camping-obsessed friend. Now it’s especially hard for non-campers to know what a camping enthusiast would love as a gift. Camping is not exactly for everyone after all, but…
Best Gifts for Hikers For some people, wandering through ridgelines and the woods is the most relaxing thing. Escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city is healthy for the soul, and it’s not complete without a reliable set of gears While hikers are much easier to shop for, what matters most for hikers…
The Ultimate Hikers Guide To Climbing Mount Kinabalu “Because it is there,” was the eloquent reply of the great climber George Mallory about the Everest expedition. The same thing applies to climbing Mount Kinabalu. Located in the Sabah region of Borneo and situated within the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinabalu National Park, Mount Kinabalu is…
Top 10 Landmarks of Ipoh Heritage Trail At first glance, Ipoh may look like a quiet, sleepy town with nothing much to see except rows of shophouses, old buildings, and maybe even a few shopping centers. But, the town offers many sights to see for those who love sightseeing and are history lovers, especially in…
Difference between Yoga Mat and Exercise Mat? You have seen some stores selling yoga mats and exercise mats separately. Yet, they look the same. The truth of the matter is that they have their differences that would suit different needs. Here are some of the differences. Yoga mats and exercise mats have different thicknesses. Yoga…
Top Five Hiking Trails in Selangor If you are one who loves hiking and is looking to get away from your normal trails, then you are in the perfect spot. Today we will be talking about all different
Exploring Bukit Jugra Soon? Located in the Kuala Langat district of Selangor, Bukit Jugra
How to Clean Hydration Bladder For those not familiar, hydration bladders are soft-sided plastic packs with drinking tubes to allow people to drink without stopping their run. They are small enough to fit inside backpack pockets while also capable of carrying enough water to keep you hydrated during the most strenuous outdoor adventures. It’s also…
Do you want to go on a romantic getaway, but movies and candlelight dinners seem a bit too cliched? Have you thought about exploring the outdoors? Well, in this case, hiking can be a great dating idea where it’s only the two of you with beautiful scenery and no distractions. Here are seven reasons why…
