Show Notes

Based in Hong Kong, Ryan Blair is the Founder and Director of the North Face Adventure Team (www.facebook.com/TheNorthFaceAdventureTeam/) and APA Group (www.asiapacificadventure.com/athlete-team/) and is himself a top endurance sport athlete.

In our interview with Ryan, we discuss:

• Why Hong Kong is the world’s best trail running city

• His adventures exploring Vietnam, India, Nepal and Myanmar

• His work introducing the outdoors to schools in Asia

• How he got into organising races

• The rise and fall (in popularity) of adventure racing; and the explosion in trail running

• How he assembled the North Face Adventure Team

And much, much more. It’s a fascinating insight into how pursuing your passions - and taking some risks - can lead to a life and career doing what you love. Enjoy!

Podcast hosted by Ultra Endurance enthusiasts Scott Pugh and Ric Stockfis.