Chris DareDec 20, 20111 minWhat to do at 5895m?What’s the first thing Tom and I thought of when we finally summited Mt. Kilimanjaro at 5895m? Push ups! Check out the video to see some...
Chris DareDec 15, 20113 minChris’ Rules for LifeI always seem to get a lot of people asking me how I manage to do everything that I do. Intrinsically, I believe I’ve been doing things a...
Chris DareDec 9, 20114 minBasics of Photography – Duration, Amount, and Sensitivity to Light (The Holy Trinity!)When we talk about photography, what we are interested in primarily is light. Everything we see usually is due to a reflection of light...
Chris DareDec 7, 20112 minSkating for speed: Incredible Nordic BladesWhen you’re skating long distance outdoors you start to realize that hockey skates just don’t cut it anymore. Hockey skates are made for...
Chris DareDec 2, 20113 minBasics of Photography – Introduction to How a Camera WorksPhotography doesn’t have to be a hard thing. I really believe anyone should be able to pick up a camera and make beautiful photos. I was...
Chris DareDec 1, 20112 minArtificial Fire: A look at the MSR Dragonfly Camp StoveWhatever the activity, nothing is better than coming back to camp to a nice hot meal. Therefore, it’s absolutely paramount to have a...
Chris DareNov 24, 20113 minBraving the Elements: Running in Cold Weather Part 2 – LayersFinally, I’m going to finish up running in cold weather with what’s really important. What to wear. Pretty much I’m just going to outline...
Chris DareNov 14, 20113 minBraving the Elements: Running in Cold Weather Part 1 – FabricsWith winter coming up and fall already upon us, it’s time to gear up to be able to bear whatever mother nature throws at us. Just because...
Chris DareNov 1, 20111 minSleeping on the Go: A look at the Thermarest Compressible PillowThe thing is, wherever you go, you eventually have to buckle down and sleep. And what’s worse than sleeping on a hard surface like the...
Chris DareOct 22, 20112 minNight Running Ninja – Running Safely in the DarkWinter is upon us and what that means is more often than not running in the dark. Whether it be 5 PM in the afternoon or midnight,...
Chris DareOct 3, 20112 minSteriPEN: Drinking Water Made EasyDuring my Jasper trip I had the opportunity to use a unique new form of water purification called the SteriPEN to make drinking water...
Chris DareSep 28, 20113 minNew Personal Best 21.1km – 1:18:51!!!On September 18, I ran my best ever half-marathon time (21.1km), in Ottawa during the annual Army Run. At 1:18:51, I placed 11th out of...
Chris DareSep 17, 20112 minDiving the West CoastNow that I’m living close to water, I’m back into the diving scene here on the west coast. Two weekends in a row and 6 dives later I’m...
Chris DareSep 5, 20113 minReaching for the Sky: Skyline Trail – Jasper National ParkFor 3 days in August, I was fortunate enough to be able to go backpacking in Jasper National Park for a 48 km trek with my sister,...
Chris DareAug 21, 20113 minBe One with the Forest: Trail RunningLast week, on my way to Seattle I was lucky enough to be driving through one of the US’ national parks. Knowing that I was due for a run...
Chris DareAug 5, 20112 minFood Journal of a Road WarriorSo, as some of you may know, I’m driving westward across Canada and the US from Quebec City to Vancouver to start my life as a student at...
Chris DareJul 26, 20112 minGetting the Lowdown on DownDown is one of the most important clothing/gear insulators used today. Even with the advances in synthetic insulators, nothing can beat...
Chris DareJul 21, 20112 minTraining in the Heat! 4 x 2km, OUCH!Training with the running club was extremely difficult due to the the high temperatures and humidity currently enveloping Quebec City....
Chris DareJul 12, 20114 minCamera Talk: Big Camera Performance, Small FrameThe most useful camera you have is the one you have on you. Unfortunately, as is often the case, my favorite camera just happens to be a...
Chris DareJul 3, 20113 minToo Cheap for a Real Massage: Self Massage using a Foam RollerAfter a tough workout or race, I’ve found the best thing to do is get a deep sports massage to work your tired muscles after they’ve been...