Issue 101 | Summiting the roof of the Americas

Issue 101 | April 7, 2023

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Happy Friday! This is Adventure Fix. The weekly email that'll make you feel like you stumbled upon an exploration inspiration gold mine.

Here’s what we've got for you today:

• Summiting the highest trekking mountain in the world

• Kayaking the karst labyrinths of Misool

• The White Shark Whisperer

​Let's do this 🤙

A kayaker's playground in Misool

How does paddling over vibrant reefs while being surrounded by surreal tropical landscapes sound? If that's your kind of paradise, head to Misool in Raja Ampat.

Without a doubt, kayaking is the best way to explore this archipelago. No outboard motor noise or fumes from engines, just you, your boat, and wild nature.

Camp on remote white sand beaches, playfully paddle through karst labyrinths and explore deep fjords jungles filled with wildlife.

Watch this: Kayaking Misool Raja Ampat: to see why the trek out to this remote corner of Indonesia is worth the effort.

One bag travel just got easier

Looking for a travel carry-on that's built for life on the go? Topo Designs Global Travel Bag Roller is a carry-on compliant soft-shell suitcase with plenty of internal compartments to help keep you organized. The 3-way carry options make it easy to lug your gear anywhere your adventures end up taking you. What's even better is it's crafted with recycled materials.Grab your travel bag today.

Summiting the roof of the Americas

At 22,840 feet, Aconcagua is the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas. Unlike other giant peaks like Everest, Denali, or K2, climbing Aconcagua doesn't require any mountaineering experience. Because the summit can be reached by trekking alone, it's often referred to as a gentle giant. While technical skills aren't required for the ascent of Aconcagua, you'll need plenty of endurance, stamina, and strength to reach the top.

If you can push through strong chilly wind and head-pounding altitude, you'll be rewarded with a sweeping view of the Andes mountain range looking out across Chile.

This peak is the perfect challenge for experienced trekkers who'd like to get a taste of high-altitude expedition mountaineering while pushing their physical and mental limits to the edge.

Read this: Climbing Aconcagua from Peter Watson @ Atlas & Boots to get an idea of what climbing to the 'Roof of the Americas' is like.

White Shark Whisperer: Turning fear into fascination

Meet Rodney Fox, the White Shark Whisperer who has dedicated 50 years of his life to shark conservation after being dragged to the ocean floor by a Great White in 1963.

After surviving one of the most severe attacks, Rodney needed to decide for himself if they were "man-eating monsters". So, in 1964 he got back into the water behind the safety of the impenetrable steel bars of the world's first shark cage which he designed and built himself.

Watch this: White Shark Whisperer, to see how Rodney turned fear into fascination and created the world's first Great White underwater observation cage, and started Rodney Fox expeditions.

GSI Rakau knife set

Ready to level up your camp chef game? Take a look at GSI's Rakau gourmet 3-piece knife set will do just that.

Gracefully slice with the Santoku blade chef knife. Tackle the hardest baguette crusts with the serrated bread knife. And deftly maneuver through crisp fruit cores with the paring knife.The set includes a cutting board, towel, soap bottle, and carrying case so you can prep a delicious meal, wherever your adventures take you. Grab your Rakau knife set here.

🗺️ Tech: Strava acquires Fatmap, a 3D mapping platform for the great outdoors.

😳 Just for Laughs: A diver's 3 am thoughts.

🐟 Right on: Canada is set to make a massive protected area official — and it is underwater.💪 Balance: Why pain is crucial in an era of easy pleasures.

☕ Coffee: Make espresso on the go.

Where in the world

Wanna flex your adventure geography skills? Take a guess at where this pic was snapped! Stumped? No worries, the answer is at the end of this email.

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