Innholdsfortegnelse for June/July 2025 i Adventure Magazine

Somewhere deep in the unrelenting backcountry of Alaska, where mountains rise like frozen tsunamis and the snow-draped silence is broken only by the crunch of tyres on crusted ice, Brage Vestavik lets go of certainty, and rides into the unknown. This isn't a playground. It's not a film set. It's not even a bike park dreamt up by some adrenaline-fuelled designer with a taste for punishment. This is Planet Alaska—the latest and boldest project from Red Bull and Vestavik himself, a cinematic sledgehammer that smashes open the limits of freeride mountain biking and rewrites the rules with every turn of the wheel. The film, produced by Blur Media and now live on Red Bull Bike's YouTube channel, is unlike anything that's come before it. It's freeride, but raw. Precise, yet…

Back in 2018, when most Kiwis were still figuring out what a snow bike even was, Hamish Goodall had already shipped an entire container-load of them across the Pacific. Not for show. Not for a hobby. But to launch what would become the largest snow bike tour operation in the world, right here in the South Island's remote alpine country. Snowmoto New Zealand isn't your average winter playground. This is a backcountry epic pitched at riders who don't want ski lifts or resort lattes. What they want is altitude, throttle, and untouched terrain. Operating across some of the most visually wild and rugged stations near Queenstown, Wanaka, and Cardrona, Snowmoto has carved out a niche that's got adventure-hungry Aussies and Kiwis booking months ahead. Hamish's journey to founding Snowmoto started…

There's secluded, and then there's Nukubati. A speck of green and gold flung off the northern coast of Vanua Levu, this private island doesn't just tick the “paradise” boxes—it scribbles all over the margins with style, substance, and soul. White sand, bungalows on the beach, and warm Fijian smiles are just the surface gloss. What lies beneath—literally and philosophically—sets Nukubati apart. This isn't a cookie-cutter luxury island. It's a living, breathing testament to how tourism can be done right. Walk barefoot here, and you're walking through a 30-year vision—a wild dream quietly realised by Jenny and Peter Bourke. They weren't just building a resort; they were planting a flag for regenerative tourism before the term even hit travel brochures. Back when the rest of the world was still busy stuffing…

About the shot: My homies and I went on a road trip through Italy, just before the pandemic hit Europe really hard. We didn't have an exact idea of where we were gonna go. The only plan was to find some good ski tours with decent snow, which was pretty hard, ‘cause there was basically no snow anywhere in Italy. We didn't even plan to go to this spot, it just kind of happened. After seeing some snow on the mountains while driving on the motorway, we decided to give it a try. We knew the snow was pretty shitty from the previous spot we had been at, so we went to Lago di Garda, had some damn good Italian pizza for dinner and then drove up the mountain, where…

In a world hooked on profit margins and shareholder returns, one man threw out the rulebook and rewrote the story. In September 2022, Yvon Chouinard, dirtbag climber turned reluctant billionaire, did something no business tycoon had ever done. He gave it all away. Every dollar, every share of Patagonia. Not to a trust fund or a shell company. But to a single, radical idea: “Earth is our only shareholder.” But what does that actually mean? Why would someone who built a global empire step aside just as it reached its peak? What about the critics? The sceptics? The capitalist machine that chews up good intentions for breakfast? This is “The Announcement”, a threepart podcast documentary from Looking Sideways, hosted by Matt Barr. It's not just a tale about a company,…

The Kepler Track is one of those hikes that gets under your skin, an unforgettable journey through one of New Zealand's most stunning landscapes. As lovers of nature and all things outdoors, the Kepler is a place that captures our attention, not just because of the breathtaking scenery but for the adventure and freedom it offers. It is a hike that leaves a lasting impression, and who better to share some stories from the trail than Hamish Bourke, Merrell NZ's Marketing Manager. We sat down with Hamish to hear about his experiences on this iconic trail and to discover what makes the Kepler so attractive to hikers of all levels. The Kepler Drawcard The Kepler Track has everything you could want in a hike: rugged ridgelines, alpine meadows, and wild…

While the Solomon Islands’ has a reputation for world class diving, from the months of November to April when the northern Pacific swells sweep in having done their dash with Hawaii, the destination's extensive reefs and north-western facing islands come alive with some of the most perfect – and best of all uncrowded – waves to be found anywhere on the planet. While the two best-known regions are currently Gizo in the Western Province and Santa Isabel Province, and to a lesser extent, the Florida Islands and North Malaita – there are still literally dozens of secret spots throughout this archipelago of 992 islands, the locations of which are closely guarded by a handful of hard travelling board riders. Perhaps the most easily reached region is Gizo with daily Solomon…

Do Dry July and show up for the people you love: Registrations for 2025 are now open Every 22 minutes, another New Zealander hears the devastating news they have cancer. In July alone, more than 2,200 Kiwis will be diagnosed. That's why we Dry July. Cancer support services help people navigate their life after a diagnosis. To run, these services rely on public donations. Dry July 2025 is officially open for registrations and New Zealanders are being urged to sign up, go alcohol-free for a month and raise funds to provide non-medical support for the people close to them, fighting cancer. This year's message from Dry July is that there is nothing more powerful than showing up for others: think about your own personal connection to cancer and register for…

In the Tordrillo Mountains, Alaska, Wanaka's Craig Murray has taken out the first-ever Yeti Natural Selection Ski event, winning against one of the toughest fields ever assembled for the event. “This has been unreal,” Murray said. “Just being here in the Tordrillo's was next-level. To make the final and win it… I'm still trying to process it” Natural; Selection is an invite-only event, started by snowboard legend Travis Rice which pulls together some of the world's best freeriders and park skiers. The event threw the participants at the heavy, technical face known as ‘Priority 1’. The knockout format left no margin for error. Round after round, Murray delivered exactly what he's known for; fast, fluid lines with a clean, powerful style. In the final, he laid down a run that…

Arriving to heavy snowfall on the eve of our 2 week ski trip to Big White and Sun Peaks we were reminded of how magical it is to ski Canada. The luxury of ski in/ski out accommodation, the ethereal winter wonderland night lights, the excitement of waking on our first day to falling snow and the promise of fresh powder - it all came flooding back. This is what we had come back to Canada for. While we have been incredibly lucky to have skied in Canada before it has been a few years and we had wondered if it would still be as magical as we remembered, would it still hold the attraction for us? We were not disappointed. Getting there was easy - direct flights from Auckland to…

“The next section was where my shoes came to the fore. I had been given a pair of Terrex Trail shoes to try. They were awesome. Grippy soles, tough but lightweight and pliable. I could respond to the varying terrain and harsh rocks.” Race Report editor: Nick Laurie A lot of thought has gone into this shoe. I assessed a pair on a 12-kilometre course with a mix of everything: grass, beach sand, rock, gravel, bush trail, boardwalk, and tar seal. While there are always compromises, I finished the trail impressed and inspired to get out in them again. At less than 300g, these shoes are stunningly lightweight. My first thought was that this would compromise the fit. However, two strips of elastic attached to the tongue, roughly 70mm wide, and…

Just a 30-minute ferry ride from Tahiti's capital, Moorea rises from the sea like a sculpted in basalt. Its name means yellow lizard in Tahitian legend—though these days it's more famous for its shark-tooth mountains, lush interiors, and lagoon so clear it could make glass jealous. Moorea is where the action lives—not the tourist trap kind, but the raw, salt-sprayed, heart-in-your-throat type. Here are five reasons to ditch the pool lounger. Stingray Feeding in the Lagoon - Not Your Average Handshake You're waist-deep in Moorea's warm lagoon, when out of the blue, something smooth and silent brushes past your legs. It's a stingray—dozens of them, gliding like ghosts in the shallows, looking for a snack and a scratch behind the… gills? These gentle creatures gather daily just offshore for guided…

If you've got salt in your blood and a rod in your hand, the Cook Islands might just be the South Pacific's most underrated playground. Here, the fish are wild, the guides are passionate, and the options are endless. From deep-sea battles with yellowfin to barefoot fly casting for bonefish in a lagoon so clear it looks photoshopped, this is where big fish stories actually come true. You don't need a license on Rarotonga, and you won't get bogged down in red tape—just be respectful of the local rāhui zones (clearly marked marine reserves), and you're good to go. Bring your own rod, and you can cast off the reef near Trader Jack's, fish the Avana Passage, or flick poppers at GTs from Arorangi Wharf. Prefer someone else to steer…