ERICK DE CASTRO ROSA: Embracing the extreme

For most people, canoeing through the Amazon or cycling from India to Nepal seems impossible. But for Erick de Castro Rosa, a man who grew up in downtown São Paulo – one of the most populated cities in South America – the allure lies in the extreme parts of nature: pushing his physical and mental edges through his passions for pedalling, paddling, sailing, climbing or hiking. It’s more about the pleasure of traversing untouched terrain that sparks his spirit of adventure. THE ART OF CALCULATED RISK Erick doesn’t approach his adventures recklessly. While he thrives on the unpredictability of the elements, safety and preparation are paramount when undertaking this type of experience. “I calculate my risks in terms of safety – what gear I need, the physical and mental state…

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