Outdoor
The Chinese youth movement ditching big cities for the coast
In ’Fissure of a Sweetdream’ photographer Jialin Yan documents the growing number of Chinese young people turning their backs on careerist grind in favour of a slower pace of life on Hainan Island.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Inside Ireland’s first queer Gaelic football team
Wear your colours — As the country slowly frees itself from the grip of social conservatism, its national sports are modernising too, powered by a new generation of athletes and fans determined to create more inclusive spaces. At the forefront of this movement is Na Gaeil Aeracha, the country’s first ever queer GAA club.
Written by: Róisín Lanigan
The hiking group bringing people together
In partnership with Columbia — After realising that hiking in nature gave their mental health a boost, six friends set up a community group to help others feel the benefit of getting outdoors.
Written by: Sam Haddad
Inside the murky world of tennis courtsiding
Match point — For over a decade, gamblers have won big by employing people to place live bets from the court. But does this dubious method still work?
Written by: Dante Clarke
Huck Issue 77 is out now
It’s Mitski season — Our new magazine is here, starring the inimitable Mitski. Order your copy now and join us on a trip around the world.
Written by: Niall Flynn
Folkestone is changing – and its skateboarders aren’t happy
Concrete canvases — The seaside town serves as a bellwether for Brexit Britain: a place on the cusp of change, divided and at odds. As its skate scene watches local spaces slowly disappear, taken from them by developers, it begs the question: what happens next?
Written by: Peter Yeung
One runner’s gruelling journey to the source of the Thames
In partnership with Patagonia — Exploring what it means to be Black runner in Britain today, ‘Run to the Source’ tells a tale of struggle and endurance. Director Matt Kay explains why it’s such an important story.
Written by: India Lawrence
It’s imperative we protect the UK’s outdoor spaces
In partnership with Merrell — Outdoor brand Merrell has collaborated with creative studio Adapt to produce an updated version of the Countryside Code, reworking it for a contemporary audience.
Written by: Huck
Kendal Mountain Festival 2021 is focused on the climate
Time to act — Now in its 41st year, the event will unite athletes, filmmakers, conservationists and authors to discuss our role in the natural world.
Written by: Huck
For the 2Step Collective, running is just the beginning
In partnership with Reebok — For the past four weeks, we’ve followed the Liverpool running crew as they look to take things to the next level. A new film tracks that journey – while looking ahead to an exciting future.
Written by: Huck
What is the link between mental and physical health?
In partnership with Reebok — In the second instalment of Collectivity, 2Step Collective connect with Zoë Aston, a writer and therapist championing regular mental health workouts for all.
Written by: Huck
How do you make fitness accessible for all?
In partnership with Reebok — In the first instalment of Collectivity, Liverpool’s 2Step Collective link up with Tyrone Brennand, a personal trainer and entrepreneur who is working to create an exercise culture that works for everyone – regardless of who they are, or where they come from.
Written by: Huck