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Text and images by Jill Heinerth Last summer, I embarked on a transformative journey alongside the passionate young environmental scientist, Kayla Martin. It was a season that left an indelible mark on both our lives, a tale of mentorship, perseverance, and the power of community. Kayla Martin playing in the sea foam in Les Escoumins. The story began when I seized a unique opportunity to nurture Kayla's burgeoning talent. She was a beacon of potential, and I was determined to foster her growth. Drawing upon the network of organizations that support me, I took a leap of faith and dipped into my personal funds to launch an expedition. This venture was more than just a scientific mission; it was the next step in her career in environmental science and communication. As we prepared for the adventure that lay ahead, we ventured into local waters, diving to enhance our skills in the cold underwater environments we were about to explore and document. Yet, it didn't take long for me to realize that Kayla needed more reliable gear to navigate these unforgiving waters. In this critical moment, when determination met resourcefulness, Suunto came to our aid by transferring my annual gear support to her. Hollis, recognizing the importance of our mission, provided Kayla with a state-of-the-art sidemount harness, and Fourth Element crafted a snug, protective drysuit to keep her warm in the chilly depths. I passed along essential equipment like a backup computer, undergarments, and various other items she required for our underwater expedition. A small plane lies in a freshwater quarry in Quebec, one of the first stops on their expedition. The result was a remarkable collaboration that transcended the boundaries of our initial project. Our shared dedication to environmental preservation and scientific exploration continues to flourish. Fast forward to the present day, and Kayla has emerged as a trailblazing leader in her field. This year, she is at the helm of an expedition dedicated to surveying an undocumented shipwreck, an endeavor that exemplifies her unwavering commitment to education, conservation, and groundbreaking environmental research. Our journey serves as a testament to the profound impact that a helping hand and the right tools can have on shaping a promising career. Diving is an expensive passion, and the financial barriers often deter young enthusiasts from pursuing studies that could safeguard our precious planet. This experience has reinforced the belief that if you encounter a young and eager individual in your midst, someone who harbors the potential to be a future leader in their field, consider rallying your community to lend support. When we equip and empower the next generation, the possibilities are limitless, and together, we can shape a brighter future for our world. Watch now: How Great Lakes Freshwater is Linked to the Ocean More people have walked on the moon than have been to some of the remote places Jill Heinerth has explored on Earth. Jill Heinerth is a veteran of over thirty years of scientific diving, filming/photography, and exploration. Her expeditions include the first dives inside Antarctica icebergs and record-breaking scientific missions in deep underwater caves worldwide. Jill’s book INTO THE PLANET – My Life as a Cave Diver has drawn wide acclaim from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, and even Oprah magazine. Her children’s book, THE AQUANAUT, has been selected by Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library as a part of her inspirational initiative. Jill bought her first Suunto gear in 1988 and still dives with Suunto. For more info: www.IntoThePlanet.com

Suunto ambassador Courtney Dauwalter wins the UTMB® and completes her "Triple Crown Challenge". Suunto ambassador Courtney Dauwalter became the first person ever to win the three legendary 100-mile ultra-trail running races, UTMB, Western States Endurance Run and Hardrock 100 in the same year. And not only in the same calendar year but within just two and a half months. Courtney’s UTMB win also completed her UTMB hat trick. Saturday’s win was her third in the 170 km race around Mont-Blanc. Her previous wins were from 2019 and 2021.   “I think anytime we are given the opportunity to try something difficult or crazy we should absolutely take it. This was totally crazy and really, really difficult – but worth it,” Courtney said at the finish line, only moments after completing her unbelievable feat. Courtney approached all three of the races as if each was the only race of her season. She didn’t think of the fatigue there might be and was giving it all that she had in each of them. Her tactic paid off as she set new course records at the Western States in California in late June as well as at Hardrock 100 in Colorado in July. Courtney started the UTMB with that same intention; without being conservative with pacing. “Let’s race how I normally would and see where that road leads us,” she thought.   It seems that her tactic worked out – until about two-thirds of the way. On top of one of the biggest climbs, the Grand Col Ferret, total body fatigue hit. “The entire second half of the race was really, really hard. My body was not wanting to run anymore. My stomach was a little finicky. I almost lost my lunch on the streets of Champex Lac but luckily held it together and was able to will myself to this finish line.” “Honestly I am not sure if I would have made it back here without Kevin, my husband, and some of my family crewing and all the insane fans out on the course. Thank you so much! That was one of the coolest things I have ever experienced! And the volunteers were just the best. Thank you all for helping me get back to Chamonix.”   The UTMB starts in Chamonix, France and circumnavigates the tallest mountain in Europe through Italy and Switzerland to finish again in Chamonix amongst the passionate trail-running crowd. Courtney finished her race in 23 hours, 29 minutes and 14 seconds. The second female finisher, Katharina Hartmuth stopped the race clock – as well as her Suunto Vertical – in a time of 24:10:52. Courtney ran the race with her trusty Suunto 9 Peak Pro. She likes the lightweight and compact design of the Suunto 9 Peak Pro. Despite the smaller form factor and 55-gram weight, the Suunto 9 Peak Pro has a 40-hour battery life with best GPS settings, great accuracy and all the features Courtney needed to make ultra-trail history – again.   All images by The Adventure Bakery   READ MORE Ultra champ Courtney Dauwalter’s 6 tips for mental strength Courtney Dauwalter and her pursuit of mind power Be my adventure valentine: what you need to know to be the ultimate support person

The idea of the Backyard Adventure Challenge was to start right at your doorstep. There was no need to travel far or to make big plans. Adventuring close to home is also good for the environment. All you needed was some free time, a few good friends and the will to let loose. This is exactly what we got! Thank you, everyone, for participating! It was inspiring and fun to see how different your adventures were. The Backyard Adventure Grand Jury (well, that’s our brand manager and our social media manager) went through the candidates and ranked them. The winner was a very positive, approachable short film from Nova Scotia, Canada. Congratulations Aryn, Bader and Alex for your win, and thank you for sharing your Lighthouse Imitation Tour. You will each receive a brand new Suunto Vertical GPS watch to accompany you on your future adventures. View this post on Instagram Henkilön Alex MacLean (@alexmaclean.902) jakama julkaisu ”The bottle pointed in the southwest direction…” Hey Alex. Thank you for participating in the Suunto Backyard Adventure challenge. Who was out there adventuring with you and where were you? The team consisted of Aryn Sanojca, Bader Kanawati, and myself (Alex MacLean). Our Backyard Adventure took us on a tour of the Chebucto Peninsula just outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. What were some of the highlights of your adventure? I think the main highlight of the trip was actually creating the human lighthouses! This created a purpose at each stop, instead of just riding to each lighthouse and taking a photo. It also added some humour to the day, which was much appreciated at the end of a long day in the saddle. But besides that, the Timbits and Iced Capp I bought at Tim Horton's were fantastic and the weather remaining rain-free for the entire ride was also great! Can you tell me a bit more about the lighthouses? When the bottle stopped spinning and pointed in the southwest direction, we did quite a bit of brainstorming. We considered biking to the most southwestern tip of Nova Scotia, Hawk Beach. Recent flooding had washed out sections of the local rail trail and road, eliminating this from our options. We also considered aid climbing all the climbs at a local crag, but concluded that this would involve primarily Type 2 fun. We decided we wanted something a little more enjoyable, and committed to an activity on the Chebucto Peninsula. The "Peggy's Cove Loop" on the Chebucto Peninsula is a loop that is approximately 100 km round trip from Halifax, and passes by the famous Peggy's Cove lighthouse. It's a common route for cyclists, and we decided it wasn't unique enough to be deserving of the Backyard Adventure challenge. So we built upon this, and decided to attempt to visit each lighthouse on the Chebucto Peninsula with our bikes. And to add an element of silliness to the adventure, we decided to "build" a human lighthouse at each stop and take a photo. Unfortunately, the photos proved somewhat unsuccessful. Bader missed the turn for the first lighthouse, and decided it wasn't worth cycling 15 minutes in the opposite direction to join Aryn and I. Access to the second lighthouse was restricted as it was on private property, even though it appeared on Google Maps. We settled for a photo at a small lookoff over the ocean. The third lighthouse had been demolished, so we took our photo on its old foundation. The fourth lighthouse was also blocked by a private road. We walked down a vague path until we were as close as we could get, and settled for a photo there. We never did make it to the Peggy's Cove lighthouse as a 25-foot section of the road was washed out from the recent flooding. We decided to take our final photo in front of the washed-out road, before wrapping up the tour and heading home. Thanks for sharing! Sounds like your Backyard Adventure was full of surprises – as it should! Learn more about the Backyard Adventure Challenge – and the tools for your adventure.

いつものランニングコースやサイクリングコースで、「前回より速く走りたい」「坂道区間のタイムを縮めたい」と思ったことはありませんか？ Strava Live Segmentsを利用すると、Stravaで保存した区間をSuuntoウォッチに同期し、走行中に自己ベストとのタイム差を確認できます。 よく走る坂道、近所の周回コース、トレイルの登り区間などを登録しておけば、いつものトレーニングが自分自身とのレースに変わります。 この記事では、Strava Live Segmentsの基本から、Suuntoウォッチへの同期方法、アクティビティ中の使い方まで紹介します。 Stravaセグメントとは？     Stravaセグメントとは、Stravaユーザーが道路やトレイル上に設定した特定の区間です。 同じセグメントを走ったランナーやサイクリストの記録が集計され、自分の過去のタイムや、ほかのユーザーのタイムと比較できます。 セグメントは、たとえば次のような場所に設定されています。 坂道の登り区間 公園や河川敷の周回コース トレイルの一部 サイクリングで人気の峠 レースコースの一部 競争のためだけでなく、同じ場所を繰り返し走り、自分の成長を確認するためにも活用できます  Strava Live Segmentsでできること Strava Live SegmentsをSuuntoウォッチで使用すると、セグメントの開始地点へ近づいたときにウォッチが通知します。 セグメントが始まると、自己ベストに対して現在どれくらい先行しているか、または遅れているかを手元で確認できます。自己ベストの記録がない場合は、KOMまたはQOMの記録が比較対象になります。 セグメント終了後には、今回のタイムと自己ベストとの差が表示されます。 PR・KOM・QOMとは？ PR（Personal Record） そのセグメントにおける自分のベストタイムです。 KOM（King of the Mountain） 男性ユーザーのセグメント最速記録です。 QOM（Queen of the Mountain） 女性ユーザーのセグメント最速記録です。 まずはKOMやQOMだけを目標にするのではなく、過去の自分のタイムを更新する使い方がおすすめです。 Stravaの「ルート」と「セグメント」の違い Stravaのルートとセグメントは、目的が異なります。 ルートは、スタート地点からゴール地点までのコースを案内するための機能です。一方、セグメントは、コース上の一部分を計測し、その区間のタイムを比較するための機能です。 目的地までナビゲーションしたい場合はルート、特定の坂道や区間で自己ベストに挑戦したい場合はセグメントを使用します。 Strava Live Segmentsに対応するSuuntoウォッチ Stravaが現在案内している主な対応モデルは以下です。 Suunto Runシリーズ Suunto Raceシリーズ Suunto Verticalシリーズ Suunto 9 Peak Pro Suunto 9 Peak Suunto 9 Baro Strava Live Segmentsは、ランニングとサイクリングのアクティビティで利用できます。対応モデルは追加・変更される場合があるため、使用前に最新の対応情報も確認してください。 利用前に準備するもの Strava Live Segmentsを利用するには、以下が必要です。 Stravaサブスクリプション Strava Live Segments対応のSuuntoウォッチ Suuntoアプリ Stravaアカウント スマートフォンとSuuntoウォッチの接続 Strava Live Segmentsは、Stravaサブスクリプション向けの機能です。 手順1：SuuntoアプリとStravaを連携する 最初に、SuuntoアプリとStravaのアカウントを接続します。 Suuntoアプリを開き、プロフィールまたは設定から、外部サービスとの接続画面へ進みます。 iOSの場合 「プロフィール」から「ほかのサービスに接続」を選択します。 Androidの場合 「設定」から「アカウント」、「ほかのサービスに接続」の順に進みます。 サービス一覧からStravaを選び、Stravaアカウントでログインします。その後、Suuntoアプリとの接続を許可してください。アプリのバージョンによってメニュー名が異なる場合があります。 以前からStravaとSuuntoアプリを接続していて、セグメントが表示されない場合は、一度接続を解除し、再接続が必要になることがあります。 手順2：Stravaでセグメントをお気に入りに登録する 次に、ウォッチで使用したいセグメントをStravaで探します。 Stravaアプリまたはウェブサイトでセグメントを開き、星のアイコンを選択してお気に入りに登録します。 お気に入りに登録したセグメントは、接続されたSuuntoアカウントへ同期されます。星を外すと、SuuntoPlusのセグメント一覧からも削除されます。 ウォッチへ同期できるセグメント数にはモデルごとの上限があります。多くのセグメントを保存している場合は、実際に使用するものだけをお気に入りに登録しておくと管理しやすくなります。 手順3：SuuntoアプリでStrava Segmentsを確認する Stravaでセグメントをお気に入りに登録したら、Suuntoアプリを開きます。 ウォッチアイコンから「My SuuntoPlus Guides」を開き、ランニング用またはサイクリング用の「Strava Segments」を有効にします。 セグメントが正しく同期されると、登録したセグメントをガイド内で確認できます。 表示されない場合は、ウォッチが別の同期処理を行っていないか確認し、同期が完了してから再度開いてください。 手順4：アクティビティ開始前にガイドを有効にする ウォッチでランニングまたはサイクリングのスポーツモードを選択します。 アクティビティを開始する前に、オプションから以下の順に進みます。 SuuntoPlus → ガイド → Strava Segments ランニングの場合はランニング用、サイクリングの場合はライド用のStrava Segmentsガイドを選択してください。 ガイドが有効になっていることを確認してから、アクティビティを開始します。 手順5：セグメント画面を確認しながら走る アクティビティ中は、画面を切り替えてStrava Live Segmentsの専用画面を表示します。 ウォッチは、現在地から最も近いお気に入りセグメントの開始地点までの距離を表示します。開始地点のおよそ100m手前まで近づくと通知され、正しい方向からスタート地点を通過するとセグメント計測が始まります。セグメントは進行方向が決まっているため、反対方向から進入した場合は開始されません。 セグメント中は、自己ベストに対して先行しているか、遅れているかを確認できます。 なお、ウォッチが自動的にセグメント画面へ切り替わるわけではありません。タイムや距離を確認する場合は、セグメント画面を手動で表示してください。  セグメント終了後の記録を確認する セグメントを走り終えると、ウォッチに以下の情報が表示されます。 セグメントの完了タイム 自己ベストとの差 新しい自己ベストを達成したか KOMまたはQOMを更新したか アクティビティ終了後にSuuntoアプリへ同期すると、セグメント区間がラップとして記録されます。セグメント中に手動ラップを作成すると、データが正しく表示されない可能性があるため注意してください。 セグメントが開始されないときの確認ポイント セグメントに星が付いているか Stravaでセグメントを開き、お気に入りを示す星が付いているか確認してください。 SuuntoアプリとStravaを再接続する 以前からアカウントを連携している場合は、一度Stravaとの接続を解除し、再接続します。 ウォッチの同期が完了しているか Suuntoアプリでウォッチとの同期が完了してから、セグメントが表示されているか確認してください。 アクティビティ開始前にガイドを選択しているか Strava Segmentsガイドは、アクティビティ開始前に有効にする必要があります。 正しい方向からセグメントへ入っているか Stravaセグメントには進行方向があります。反対方向から開始地点を通過しても、セグメントは始まりません。 使用時の注意点 セグメント計測中は、手動ラップの作成やオートラップの使用を避けることをおすすめします。ラップ操作によって、セグメント終了時のタイム表示に影響する場合があります。 また、モデルやソフトウェアによっては、Strava Segmentsガイドと構造化ワークアウト、ほかのSuuntoPlusスポーツアプリまたはガイドを同時に使用できない場合があります。利用前にウォッチとSuuntoアプリを最新バージョンへ更新してください。 Strava Live Segmentsで、いつものコースに新しい目標を Strava Live Segmentsは、特別なレースに参加しなくても、日々のトレーニングに明確な目標を作れる機能です。 いつもの坂道で自己ベストを目指す。数週間前の自分とタイムを比べる。仲間と同じセグメントに挑戦する。 Suuntoウォッチなら、スマートフォンを取り出さなくても、セグメント中の進捗を手元で確認できます。 StravaとSuuntoを連携して、次のランニングやライドで自分の記録に挑戦してみましょう。  

By Jill Heinerth Deep beneath our feet lies a mesmerizing world that remains largely unknown: a network of water-filled caves winding through the darkness, carrying the lifeblood of our planet. As a cave diver, I have dedicated my life to exploring these mysterious subterranean passages. I invite you to join me on a captivating journey into the depths, where fear and discovery converge, and where the delicate balance of survival and exploration unfolds. The Hidden Pathways These underground tunnels, sculpted by the gentle touch of rainwater permeating the Earth's surface, act as conduits that transport precious freshwater from deep aquifers to springs, rivers, and estuaries. Ultimately, this water embarks on a journey to the vast ocean, sustaining a thriving plankton community that generates the very oxygen we breathe. The caves I explore serve as the life-supporting veins of our planet, nurturing the lungs that allow life to flourish. The Thrill of Exploration While most people recoil at the thought of descending into the darkness of caves, I am irresistibly drawn to their constricted corridors. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and relying on each measured breath, I embrace the unknown depths. In the remoteness of my office, the boundaries between fear and discovery blur, and a single misstep could spell disaster. The exploration of these caves is not without risk, but the reward is an unparalleled sense of fulfillment and a chance to educate others about the fragility of our water planet. A Perilous Pursuit Cave diving has rightfully earned its reputation as a dangerous activity, but it also represents the frontier of scientific exploration. Aquanauts, including passionate enthusiasts, daring researchers, and scientists, push the limits of human capability as they navigate through the eternal darkness of labyrinthine limestone networks spanning the globe. Armed with multiple scuba tanks, advanced rebreathers, and swift diver propulsion vehicles, they boldly venture deep into these treacherous passageways, pushing the boundaries of exploration in terms of both distance and knowledge. Unleashing Art and Science As a filmmaker and photographer, I find myself balancing the creation of art with the meticulous monitoring of life support equipment in demanding circumstances. Whether I embark on solo adventures or join scientific expeditions, self-sufficiency becomes paramount. There is no Mission Control to solve my problems when I find myself blindly searching for a broken safety line in a cloud of silt with zero visibility. The challenges are immense, but so are the rewards. Unveiling Hidden Wonders Through my explorations, I have had the privilege of becoming the eyes and hands of scientists, unveiling a world that has never before been witnessed. Underwater caves serve as virtual museums of natural history, where I collaborate with biologists to uncover new species, assist physicists in studying climate change, and aid hydrogeologists in examining our precious freshwater reserves. These subterranean pathways have led me to grim sources of pollution, vibrant life thriving within Antarctic icebergs, and even ancient skeletal remains of the Maya civilization in the Yucatan Peninsula. Connecting to the Source By venturing into the world beneath our feet, I glide through limestone, passing beneath homes, golf courses, and restaurants. I delve into the ancient conduits of volcanoes and navigate crevices within colossal bodies of ice. Following the trail of water, I am guided from mountain creeks to resplendent blue springs, each emitting its life-sustaining bounty from within the heart of our planet. Even when the passages pinch and my dive is forced to come to an end, the water continues to flow from some enigmatic source. The journey is endless, beckoning me forward to explore the caverns, immeasurable to my imagination. It is a privilege to uncover these hidden shrines and share concealed mysteries from deep inside our planet. I want to connect humanity to where their water comes from and show people that what we do on the land’s surface will eventually be returned to us to drink. More people have walked on the moon than have been to some of the remote places Jill Heinerth has explored on Earth. Jill Heinerth is a veteran of over thirty years of scientific diving, filming/photography, and exploration. Her expeditions include the first dives inside Antarctica icebergs and record-breaking scientific missions in deep underwater caves worldwide. Jill’s book INTO THE PLANET – My Life as a Cave Diver has drawn wide acclaim from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, and even Oprah magazine. Her children’s book, THE AQUANAUT, has been selected by Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library as a part of her inspirational initiative. Jill bought her first Suunto gear in 1988 and still dives with Suunto. For more info: www.IntoThePlanet.com

This Pride Month, we are calling all LGBTQIA+ trail runners to participate in the 2nd Annual LGBTQ+ Running Retreat in the North Cascades this October, hosted by Queer Pro Ultra-Runner, Suunto ambassador Ryan Montgomery and Aspire Adventure Running! Ryan having a blast at the Javelina Jundred 100-miler. (Image by Nick Danielson) ”A couple of years ago when I started becoming more visible as a queer-identifying elite athlete, I recognized that the opportunity to compete at an elite level also comes with the opportunity to make an inclusive impact in the sport,” says Ryan. “Running has been my conduit and my catalyst for really helping me understand who I am — to come out of my own closet and to be comfortable with my own identity. Part of the genesis of the Out Trails LGBTQ+ Running Retreat is to help other queer-identifying athletes have an opportunity to push themselves physically and mentally, alongside a supportive community, to learn something new about the outdoors or themselves.” All experience levels are welcome The LGBTQ+ Running Retreat is inviting 40 runners to Mt. Baker Ski Area, Washington, USA for 3 nights and 2 full days of running/hiking. If you are a member of the LGBTQ+ running community, we encourage you to sign-up for the running retreat now! And to help eliminate the barrier for some members of the LGBTQ+ community, this Pride Month, Suunto is supporting the event with scholarships for 25 LGBTQ-identifying runners! Also the scholarship applications are now open. Register for the running retreat here, or apply for the scholarship here!   To learn more about the trip, visit the Out Trails LGBTQ+ Running Retreat Course Page.   READ MORE The importance of diversity in the outdoors Allyship in the outdoors: what is it and how to be a good ally for others? A native runner's perspective on inclusivity