
Julia Clarke
Julia Clarke is a staff writer for Advnture.com and the author of the book Restorative Yoga for Beginners. She loves to explore mountains on foot, bike, skis and belay and then recover on the the yoga mat. Julia graduated with a degree in journalism in 2004 and spent eight years working as a radio presenter in Kansas City, Vermont, Boston and New York City before discovering the joys of the Rocky Mountains. She then detoured west to Colorado and enjoyed 11 years teaching yoga in Vail before returning to her hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 to focus on family and writing.
Latest articles by Julia Clarke

"Something about those multi day events keeps me really intrigued" – is Courtney Dauwalter leaving the 100-mile race behind?
By Julia Clarke published
The ultra running champ revealed some big plans for 2025

Legendary ski brand Helly Hansen is giving away free lift tickets – here's how to get yours
By Julia Clarke published
Buy a new ski jacket or pants from the Norwegian brand and you can snag a free lift ticket for one of over 50 resorts in North America and Europe

"Such a fun day out" – ultra runner Tom Evans signs with Asics, immediately demolishes Arc of Attrition 50-mile record
By Julia Clarke published
After a few disappointing DNFs and a mugging, the trail runner seems to be back on form

Helly Hansen Alpine Sock Technical review: reliable warmth, comfort and protection for backcountry touring and front country fun
By Julia Clarke published
These high-quality ski socks stand a good chance of becoming your go-to socks for all skiing adventures

The social bonds that come from running together, and how to stop your Garmin watch from “squeezing the joy” out of your time on the trail
By Julia Clarke published
Is your GPS watch all it’s cracked up to be? Author and anthropologist Michael Crawley talks about his research on tech in ultra running

I'm an outdoors journalist and the Columbia Konos TRS Outdry is my all-time favorite hiking sneaker – it's under $100 right now
By Julia Clarke published
I've been hiking in these shoes for nearly a year and I can't get enough of them

The Hypershell Exoskeleton is finally here to power hikers uphill – and it's $3,700 cheaper than the Arc'teryx model
By Julia Clarke published
The Hypershell X Series consists of three different priced models and is available globally now

Sky runner Francesco Puppi leaves Nike after ad he claims "links success with being single minded, deceptive and selfish"
By Julia Clarke published
The Italian runner parted ways with his sponsor after a controversial ad that aired during the Paris 2024 Olympics

Patagonia's Nano-Air insulated hoodie has been my go-to jacket for winter adventures for 10 years – it's $100 off at REI right now
By Julia Clarke published
This jacket is light and warm enough to wear in every season, and it's 29% off

From the highest peak to the humble trail made famous by One Day's Dexter and Emma, AllTrails reveals most popular UK hikes of 2024
By Julia Clarke published
UK trail activity grew by 68% this year despite it being the coolest summer since 2015

Making coffee at camp has never been easier, thanks to this plastic-free Yeti Pour Over
By Julia Clarke published
The Pour Over has officially joined the full line of Yeti products to delight coffee lovers

Not your typical trail running shoe: the Salomon S/Lab Ultra Dust takes things to the extreme
By Julia Clarke published
The latest drop in Salomon's premium line is nestled inside a built-in gaiter that keeps debris, snow and water out

Death Valley hiker cliffed out after separating from partner to explore "steep and unstable" gully
By Julia Clarke published
The hiker had to be rescued by rope from the treacherous terrain

"It was very scary" – 2 teenage skiers in intensive care after ski lift collapses at Spanish resort
By Julia Clarke published
The resort says the chairlift has since reopened to the public

The superlight Patagonia AlpLight is like "a down jacket on a diet," and it's a massive 39% off at REI
By Julia Clarke published
The Patagonia Women’s AlpLight Down Jacket is ultralight, highly packable and warm, and you can make major savings on it

“This job is unlike anything I’ve ever done before" – take remote working to a whole new level in one of the most beautiful places on earth
By Julia Clarke published
British Antarctic Survey is looking for people to work at its research stations in Antarctica in a range of roles

The North Face Summit Series Patrol Gore-Tex Gloves review: powerful paw protection for long, cold, big mountain adventures
By Julia Clarke published
These burly leather mountaineering gloves are designed with input from ski patrollers and professional mountain guides who understand exactly what you need to stay safe in the harshest conditions

“I felt free when I was running” – how an addict became an ultra runner
By Julia Clarke published
We speak to an ultra runner who used mileage to finally break free from drug addiction

Dust off your skinny skis, haul out your silver jumpsuit – ski ballet is making a comeback
By Julia Clarke published
Staff writer Julia Clarke heads to Verbier for a lesson with former Ski Ballet world champion Hermann Reitberger

Why did a decorated female ski jumper receive toiletries and towels as a prize while her male counterpart got thousands of euros?
By Julia Clarke published
Selina Freitag won a qualifying round at a ski jumping tour in Germany and received cosmetics as a prize

Disoriented moose causes chaos on slopes of popular ski resort
By Julia Clarke published
Video shows skiers ducking for cover as a moose goes on the loose at Colorado resort

The popular and propulsive Brooks Catamount 3 is a trail shoe that "wants to run fast" – and it's a huge 41% off right now
By Julia Clarke published
Built for race day and tempo runs, this shoe is loaded with propulsive cushioning and it's under $100

Outdoor brand Passenger ventures into snowy terrain with limited collection of responsibly made outerwear for skiing and riding
By Julia Clarke published
The new Snowscape range features jackets and pants designed to layer on top of Passenger’s existing activewear
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