Sam Elias
For Outdoor Athletes, Salt Lake City Offers the Best of Both Worlds
Mountain athlete Sam Elias’s new film series transcends the lines between outdoor enthusiasts and downtown urbanites.
Rooted: Climbing Lebanon
VICE Sports captures professional climber Sam Elias’ journey to Lebanon as he explores the climbing potential in the country while discovering his family roots.
Bullet Holes for Handholds
War-torn Lebanon holds the potential for an outdoor industry that could make it a global tourist destination. Rock climbing may be the sport to get it started.
Rooted: Climbing Lebanon - Coming Soon
Sam Elias faces the dual challenges of exploring his family's heritage during a time of cultural and political upheaval, and climbing the toughest routes on Mount Lebanon.
BASE Jumper and Counter Culture Icon Dies During 7,500-Foot Flight Attempt
The controversial extreme athlete Dean Potter, along with fellow BASE jumper Graham Hunt, died Saturday attempting to fly from a 7,500-foot cliff.
Rooted: Climbing Lebanon (Trailer)
Sam Elias travels to Lebanon to face the dual challenges of exploring his family's heritage during a time of cultural and political upheaval, and to climb the toughest routes on Mount Lebanon.