Tag: meet the first

Rapid Response

Bandits, haircuts, sexism and a lot of capsizing. Darcy Gaechter’s journey from newbie to world-class expedition kayaker changed the sport forever

By Sam Haddad

Meet The First

Moon boots, elitist skiers and men-only contests. Tina Basich revolutionised snowboarding by breaking the mould so others could follow in her footsteps

By Sam Haddad

Water Wonder

Unlike others her age, kayaker Pam Phillips refuses to disappear from public view. Here we talk to her about finding this adventure sport later in life

By Anna Dimond

Ahead Of Her Time

Charlotte Perriand is the trailblazing architect behind the iconic Les Arcs resort in France. We find out why she has yet to become the household name she deserves, despite her work and influence being found everywhere.

By Lucy Shrimpton

Scotland's Rose

Gender play and accolades: “Once upon a time, there was a little girl in Scotland, who was actually a little boy.” We chat to Rose Reilly, whose determination has taken her far in women’s football

By Alice Snape

Meet The First

Californian daredevil Dottie Frazier’s love of scuba diving meant that she had to break into a man’s world. We explore the life and achievements of the adventurer and heroine of the deep

By Annabel Herrick