The Wild Hunt and the Frozen Viking Mountaineers

The Wild Hunt and the Frozen Viking Mountaineers

The Wild Hunt is a mythological phenomenon that has its roots in European folklore. It is a supernatural event that is said to occur when a group of spectral hunters or warriors ride across the night sky. The hunters are often accompanied by a pack of spectral hounds...

Best Mountaineering Books

Mountains of the Mind “Mountains of the Mind” by Robert Macfarlane is a non-fiction book that explores the history, culture, and psychology of mountains and mountaineering. Macfarlane discusses the ways in which mountains have been perceived and...
Third Man Syndrome

Third Man Syndrome

“Third Man Syndrome” is a term used to describe the feeling of a presence of a third person during experiences that are typically considered to be intimate or personal. This phenomenon can be experienced in different settings, but it is most commonly...
Double Poling

Double Poling

Double poling is a technique used in cross country skiing where the skier uses two poles simultaneously to propel themselves forward. The poles are planted alternately on either side of the body and the arms are used to drive the poles forward. This technique is used...