Apply Now: American Alpine Club Opens Grant for Underrepresented Filmmakers
This winter, the American Alpine Club will put its weight behind underserved filmmakers in climbing with the Pull Focus Grant.
Ouray Ice Park Needs Our Help: ‘Our Water Our Future’ Campaign
Ouray Ice Park in Ouray, Colo., is a must-do on any ice climber’s list. But just like your local crag, increasing pressures burden limited resources. And the primary resource is water — lots of it.
Ultimate Ice Tool? Trango Kestrel Review
Trango introduced the Kestrel ice tools last year, and they oozed the slickness made possible by carbon fiber. But did they perform when it counted?
Russia Yanked From International Climbing Comps in Ice, Speed, and Bouldering Circuits
The IFSC and UIAA have canceled Russian stops along their ice climbing, bouldering, and speed climbing World Cup tours.
Darkest Horse Wins World Youth Ice Climbing Championship
Landers Gaydosh won the 2022 UIAA World Youth Ice Climbing Championships as the youngest climber in the field, with next to no experience.
One of Scotland’s Hardest Mixed Climbing Routes Gets Gritty First Repeat
Mixed climbing in Scotland doesn’t get much harder than Martin Moran’s ‘The Wailing Wall’ (IX 9). A vivid report followed the route’s first repeat.
Watch the Legendary Dave MacLeod Free Solo a Frozen Ben Nevis
Orion Face is the biggest wall on Ben Nevis. And its 1,400-foot direct route is, according Dave MacLeod, the closest you can get to alpine climbing in the U.K.
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Free Solo Ice Climbing: Watch Markus Pucher’s Stone-Cold Nerves in ‘Ice Chasers’
Markus Pucher started ice climbing when he was 16. Now, his approach reflects the barest of bare necessities.
Black Diamond Will Match Your Donations to Help Save Threatened Climbing Areas
As the climbing population continues to explode, under-resourced crags keep getting busier. The result? Habitat strain and possible loss of access. The Access Fund and Black Diamond are here to help.
‘Road to Ouray’ Giveaway Offers Trip to 2022 Ouray Ice Fest, Climbing Gear
Love ice climbing or want to try it? Like free gear too? Find out how to win a trip to Ouray Ice Park this month.
Ouray Ice Park Overcomes Rockfall, Community Discord to Open for the Season
This summer, extensive repairs and cleanup at the Ouray Ice Park generated friction between multiple stakeholders. Although collaboration between public and private interests often proved tense, the park is on track to open for its busiest ice climbing season yet. In March, 6 tons of rock poured into the Ouray Ice Park from cliffs above,… Read more »
Controversy: Himalaya Climbers Raided Cache to Snag Tengkangpoche Ascent
On October 30, two climbers stood atop the north pillar of Tengkangpoche (21,283 ft.) with a proud first ascent. But did they steal gear to do it?
Ouray Ice Park Speeds to Recovery After Rockfall Destruction
This March, rockfall ripped through the famed Ouray Ice Park, damaging an oft-used access bridge and cutting off the water supply for some routes. No one was injured, but the ice climbing polestar required some rehab.
Free Gear Fridays: Wild Country Session Climbing Harness & Quickdraw Set Giveaway
This week, two lucky winners will receive a Sessions Climbing Harness and Session Quickdraw Set, valued at over $185!
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Messner Route Melts: Will Gadd Climbs Skinny Icicle on Kilimanjaro
Ice climber Will Gadd climbed the famous Messner Glacier Route on Kilimanjaro 6 years ago. Earlier this year, he returned to climb what little ice remains.
Climbing Daggers: Jackson Marvell Sends Untouched Ice
Heinous, fun, crazy: A new film, ‘Give Me Back My Bullets,’ follows climber Jackson Marvell as he seeks out the coolest, most unconventional climbs in Utah.
Epic Photos: Will Gadd Climbs Inside Greenland Ice Cap
Famed ice climber Will Gadd repels deep into Greenland’s ice shelf to learn more about global warming and climb some mind-blowing routes.
Denver Hosts First US Ice Climbing World Championship
Athletes from around the world traveled to Denver to climb in the heart of downtown. It was the first time the U.S. hosted the UIAA Ice Climbing World Championship.
Kilian Jornet Skis Europe’s Tallest Vertical Rock Face: Watch ‘Troll Wall’
This wall is so steep it’s hard to believe Kilian Jornet made it down. Watch him ice climb up, then ski down slopes of more than 60 degrees. His accomplishment marks the first ski descent of the Troll Wall.
Alaska Gear Test: Patagonia M10 Anorak & Galvanized Pants Review
The Patagonia M10 Anorak and Galvanized Pants blend minimalism and performance for hardcore alpine adventures. But these garments took a beating in our Alaskan ice climbing test for this review.
Why Climb Solo? David Lama Summits Lunag Ri Alone
Burgeoning alpinist David Lama climbed one of the hardest unclimbed mountains in Nepal three years after his first attempt, foregoing a partner to make it to the top.
World’s Skinniest Half Rope: Edelrid Pro Dry 7.1 Review
We put ‘the skinniest and lightest half rope money can buy’ to the test.
Watch: Will Gadd Climbs Sketchy Icicles With ‘Natural Gear’
Ice climbing falls are sketchy enough. Will Gadd takes it a step further by testing snow stakes and V-threads with full-weight falls on one of the most overhanging ice climbing arenas: Helmcken Falls.
Watch: David Lama Summits Unclimbed Nepali Peak Solo
After multiple attempts, David Lama successfully climbed the 6,907-meter Lunag Ri in Nepal. He did it completely alone.
Dynafit TLT Speedfit Ski Touring Boot Review: Good for Ice Climbs?
Switch from tight, ‘ski mode’ to articulating ‘walk mode,’ strap on some crampons, and send the icefall. We tested Dynafit’s TLT Speedfit ski touring boot to see how it performs on ice climbs.
Watch: Chinese Professor Climbs China’s Biggest Ice After Hours
He Chuan is a university professor by day. But when winter comes, he relentlessly searches for China’s most beautiful, daunting ice climbs. Here, he tackles the 140-meter WI6 route ‘Merry Christmas.’
Ice Climbing Goes Urban: Denver to Host 2019 World Cup Finals
Next year’s UIAA World Cup Ice Climbing competition finale will take place in the shadow of skyscrapers.
Swing Light: Salamandra Kevlar-Carbon Ice Axe Review
Despite an impressively light weight, Elite Climb’s carbon and kevlar Salamandra ice axes proved durable and strong in our rigorous testing.
Conrad Anker Establishes New Route for Fallen Friend
Nearly 20 years since an avalanche claimed Alex Lowe’s life, Conrad Anker creates a new ice route in honor of his former climbing partner.
Watch: Dani Arnold Free Solos Epic 1,000-Foot Ice Climb
Arnold on-sight climbs one of the hardest and most dangerous climbs in the Alps, entirely without a rope, in just over one hour.
10 Essentials: Winter Ice, Alpine Climbing Gear
Gear up and get ready to scale mountains, climb icy walls, and turn frigid summits into your personal play-land with the best winter climbing gear.
