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The Three (and a Half) Types of Fun, Explained

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Not all fun is created equal. Some days are all-time, others are sufferfests disguised as "character building," and most fall somewhere in between.

If you've ever chased adventure, chances are you've lived all the types of fun. Here's the unofficial field guide:


Type I Fun

Robin Van Gyn, "Far Out"

Good now, good later.
This is the golden hour of fun. You’re grinning the whole time—no stress, no struggle.

Examples:

  • Perfect powder laps
  • Boat beers after a clean run
  • Warm rock, no crowds, cruisy sends

Vibes: You’d do it again tomorrow.


Type II Fun

Jeremy Jones "Higher"

Not fun now, funny later.
You’re cold, tired, maybe slightly questioning your life choices… but the second it’s over, you’re already telling the story.

Examples:

  • Getting lost on a “shortcut”
  • Sketchy bootpack in a surprise blizzard
  • 20-mile suffer ride with no snacks

Vibes: “That sucked... but I’m glad we did it.”


Type III Fun

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Not fun now, not fun later.
Crosses the line from “worth it” to “why did we even do this?” No laughs, just lessons.

Examples:

  • Actual danger
  • Gear failure in the middle of nowhere
  • Trips that end with a rescue or a breakup

Vibes: “Never again.”


Bonus: Type 1.5 Fun

Fun with a little spice.
The legs hurt, the pack's heavy, but you’re still into it. Slightly miserable, still smiling.

Examples:

  • That long slog to a perfect line
  • Scraped knuckles but clean descent
  • Hot, dusty, still rad

Vibes: “Kinda sucks. Totally worth it.”


Fun doesn’t have to be easy to be worth it. Just know what kind you’re signing up for—and maybe throw a snack in your pack just in case.

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