Outdoor
‘The relevance of race dissolves in nature’s power’
The Outsiders Project — Outdoor culture – with its action sports, trail runs, and great country hikes – has long been dominated by the white upper-middle classes. A new Huck project wants to change that.
Written by: Phil Young
The art therapist using running to fuel creativity
Huck x adidas — For Jessie Zapotechne, there‘s nothing more inspiring than running through the streets of New York. Even in the throes of lockdown, her work and the city remain intertwined.
Written by: Michael Fordham
The education activist turning tragedy into triumph
Huck x adidas — After her brother was murdered, Jamira Burley dedicated her life to helping disadvantaged communities. Here, she tells us how current conditions are impacting her work – and why she uses running to find moments of peace.
Written by: Michael Fordham
The twin brothers who paddled from Alaska to Mexico
2,300 miles – by hand — In 2016, after a lifetime spent trying to outdo each other, Ryan and Casey Higginbotham embarked on a journey that would push them to their absolute limits – one that could only be completed if they worked as a team.
Written by: Alice Austin
How can we make the great outdoors more accessible?
In partnership with Columbia — The outdoors has a diversity problem. But while many are quick to blame ‘cultural differences’, problems surrounding participation are far more complex. Dhruva Balram explores how organisations can help bring about change.
Written by: Dhruva Balram
What is crack climbing – and why is it different?
In partnership with Kendal Mountain Fest — At this year’s Kendal Mountain Festival, we spoke to renowned crack climber Pete Whittaker about his new book – a definitive guide to the specialist discipline.
Written by: Steph Pomphrey
The group aiming to make the outdoors more inclusive
In partnership with Columbia — Founded in 2016 and based out of Glasgow, Boots & Beards have one simple mission: to show that the natural environment is something that can be enjoyed by anyone – regardless of background.
Written by: Huck
Adventures with the world’s oldest off-road cycling club
On yer bike — Formed in 1955, the Rough-Stuff Fellowship is a pioneering gang of adventurists who believe that you can go anywhere on two wheels. Over 60 years after it started, an archive of the club’s defining moments is finally coming to light.
Written by: Niall Flynn
The stark impact of climate change on the Arctic Frontier
Borderlands — We take an exclusive first look at Borderlands, a new Random Acts short – set among two Arctic settlements – that acts as a stark warning of climate change.
Written by: Huck
The brotherhood bringing motorbikes back from the dead
Cycle Zombies — The Stopnik family have come to define an alternative image of Californian cool: bikers who surf, skate and know how to get the most out of life.
Written by: Gary Inman