Write For Us
Everyone experiences adventure in their unique way. From mountain peaks to deep blue oceans and everything in between - your story is welcome here.
How to Submit Your Pitch
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Base your story on an XTERRA value
XTERRA stories exemplify one or more of these five values: Adventure, Challenge, Community, Discovery and Sustainability. You are welcome to build your story on more than one value. Please review our values to understand the types of content we publish.
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High-quality photos
Photos are essential to bringing your story to life! If you have high-quality photos available that resonate with your story, we would be thrilled to feature them. If not, we can also assist in acquiring photos if you plan to submit a pitch as a writer only.
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Original stories only
All pitches must be original and not a reproduction of articles from other publications. Our goal is to provide our readers with unique content tailored to their interests, and your authentic contribution will help us create a curated experience for them.
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Prepare details about your pitch
Once you’ve secured your idea and photos, email us the following information so we can get a better sense of what you’re pitching.
Proposal- Provide a general scope of your pitch in 2-3 sentences.
XTERRA Value - Indicate which of the 5 XTERRA values your story exemplifies
Synopsis (optional) - Write a summary about your pitch in 2–3 sentences.
Tone - Provide descriptive words that convey your story’s tone. Example: energetic, empowering, reflective, etc.
Photos - Will you provide the photos directly to us or do you need our assistance?
Previous Writings - Please provide any links that display your work.
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Email your pitch
Email us with the information listed above to [email protected]
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Accepting your pitch
Our content team will review the pitch within a week of your submission. If it meets our requirements, we’ll contact you about the next steps to complete your story and receive compensation.
Have a story but need a writer to help you share it?
If you’re eager to share your latest discoveries but writing isn’t your strong suit, we can match you with a skilled writer. Email us your story idea and if it aligns with our criteria, we will get back to you.
Content We Publish
We publish authentic, inspiring, and educational stories based on the following values.
Adventure
Stories that celebrate the infinite natural terrains and those willing to explore their untamed beauty.
Style
Energetic, descriptive, inspirational
Topics & Themes
Topics & Themes
Example Articles
Alpine Rush: The Stoneman Glaciara Why I Answer When Mountains Call
Challenge
Stories that dare to be brave, pushing personal limits and making the impossible possible.
Style
Emotive, intense, inspirational
Topics & Themes
Conquering fears, breaking barriers, defying odds
Example Articles
Chasing Summits: 42 Peaks in 54 Hours Swimming In Silent Waters
Community
Stories that celebrate those making positive changes in the off-road and nature spaces.
Style
Interview-driven yet narrative-style articles
Topics & Themes
Selfless trail builders, small charities, community leaders
Example Articles
Where MTB Meets Mental Health A Tale of 3 Trails (and a dog named Zak)
Natural Discovery
Exploring the natural world and the cultures and communities that have shaped its evolution.
Style
Educational, well-researched, deep-dive stories built from authentic conversations with those on the ground
Topics & Themes
Cultural guardians, sustainable adventures, living with nature
Example Articles
Following the Call of Moorea's Humpback Whales Riding in the Homeland of Sinbad the Sailor
Self Discovery
Celebrating personal growth through time in nature, adventure, and challenge.
Style
Emotive, uplifting, and relatable for readers of all athletic abilities
Topics & Themes
Never too late to start, finding strength within, embracing imperfection
Example Articles
Sandi Menchi Abahan: At Home on the Mountain Mental Navigation: The Athlete's Inner Terrain
Sustainability
Stories that invoke activism, environmentalism, preservation, and conservation. These are the threads sewn into the very fabric of XTERRA and a promise to all who join the XTERRA community.
Style
Educational and well-researched
Topics & Themes
Trail stewardship, eco-sustainability activism/movements, habitat restoration
Example Articles
Rewilding: Returning Scotland’s Lost Wilderness Trails of Time: Preserving the Past, Shaping the Future
Content We Don't Publish
XTERRA stories serve to educate and inspire the adventurous spirit in us. Therefore, we do not publish: Gear reviews, training plans or tips, diet plans or tips, weight loss or recovery stories andlisticles.
We focus on fast trail adventures by bike and on foot, as well as open water swimming, while leaving hiking, climbing, bikepacking, and road cycling to the brands that specialize in those areas.
How We Promote Your Work
We amplify your story across various digital channels and campaigns, tagging you as the author when possible. Your author bio appears at the bottom of the story, allowing for links back to your website or social media so others can find you. We refrain from promoting products or services and avoid linking XTERRA-related events within your article to ensure readers are fully immersed in your narrative.
