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Canada’s most famous triathlete has reinvented himself again in preparation for the Beijing Olympics. But does he have what it takes to win back his gold?
By David Leach

Return to Everest

Two years ago, Canadian Andrew Brash gave up his chance to stand on top of the world when he helped rescue a dying climber. In this exclusive report for explore, he reveals what happened when he went back to the mountain.
By Andrew Brash

In Praise of Bear Piss…

And the many other joys of summer camping.
By Tabatha Southey

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Slow Train Coming

Travelling by rail may be the future, but there’s still a ways to go.
By J.B. MacKinnon

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