Mountaineering

Alex Honnold Summits Antarctica’s Vinson: ‘I Felt Shockingly Bad’

The world’s most famous free soloist has just climbed one of the Seven Summits — and it hurt more than going ropeless on El Capitan.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 23, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win Alpine Trekking Boots, Apparel From Salewa

This week, two lucky winners will receive alpine trekking boots, pants, and jacket from Salewa.

Grit&Rock Grant Awards $10,000 to Female-Led Adventures

The award funds expeditions of all types, including high-altitude first ascents and mapping and exploration projects.

Written by Andrew Marshall January 12, 2023

Dive Into the British Coastal Mountains’ Vibrant Culture in ‘Shaped by Wild’

In the Arc’teryx film, ‘Shaped by Wild,’ we get an intimate look at some of the most striking landscapes and cultures in North America.

Written by Rebecca Ross January 10, 2023

Arc’teryx Alpha SV Review: Last Shell Standing After Alaskan First Ascents

The Arc’teryx Alpha SV shell has been a go-to for alpinists since 1998. GORE-TEX PRO Most Rugged Technology improves the bomber shell.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 03, 2023

Madison Mountaineering’s Unclimbed Peak Project Ticks First Ascent in the Himalayas

In a range spanning six countries, unclimbed peaks in the Himalayas are as plentiful. Madison Mountaineering wants to climb one with you.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 28, 2022

Epic Longs Peak Streak: Woman Rakes In Consecutive Summit Records

Lisa Foster ascended Colorado’s epic 14er 36 times in 36 months — and that’s just one of her recent records.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 27, 2022

Watch ‘No Siesta’ on Grandes Jorasses Go Down

Many classic routes ascend the north face of this iconic Alps mountain. But perhaps none present as much danger and difficulty as No Siesta.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 15, 2022

Watch Ouray Lifer Andres Marin Climb His Frozen Home Cliffs

Originally from Colombia — a country not exactly famous for ice climbing — Andres Marin now lives in the American hub of the sport he…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 13, 2022

Komperdell Semiautomatic Carbon Trekking Pole Review: Tough to Break, Free to Repair

The Komperdell Carbon Cloud Vario trekking poles employ a spring-loaded cable to automatically unfold and are covered by a free repair program.

Written by Sam Schild December 12, 2022

Marmot Col -20-Degree Review: Cozy Sleeping Bag Fit for Alaskan Peaks

I tested the new Marmot Col -20-Degree sleeping bag in true expedition conditions over 35 days in the Alaska Range.

Written by Christian Black December 08, 2022

Nadir Maguet Pivots to Fast and Light Alpinism in ‘FKT Project’

The champion ski mountaineer is always looking for new ways to challenge himself above the treeline.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 08, 2022

The North Face Summit Series Could Change Your Winter Layering Strategy

The North Face Summit Series winter apparel emphasizes breathability and warmth during heart-pumping efforts. It could change how you layer.

Watch This Alpinist Seek the Threshold of Commitment

If you’re into the risk and drama of singular alpine objectives, you’re in the right place.

Written by Sam Anderson November 28, 2022

Marmot West Rib Parka Review: 35 Days in Alaska

I put the Marmot West Rib Parka through a 35-day test in Alaska’s high ranges.

Written by Christian Black November 23, 2022

Man to Climb Everest in Search for Brother’s Body in Disney Doc

British television personality Spencer Matthews teamed up with Nims Purja of ’14 Peaks’ for a documentary premiering next year.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 14, 2022

Apply Now: Alpine Ascents’ First BIPOC Guide Training Program

Are you a person of color who wants to become a guide in the mountain guiding industry? Then apply for the 6-month BIPOC Guide Development…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 09, 2022

‘Land of the Cold Sun’: Two Athletes Forge Mountaineering Routes in Morocco

Watch two Rab athletes scale a mountain in Morocco, where there is almost no mountaineering community, and no rescue services for those who venture into…

Written by Will Brendza November 09, 2022

‘The Phantom Line’: A Striking New Route in Nepal’s Jugal Himal Region

Two enterprising climbers take a nearly hidden line up a previously unclimbed and unnamed 21,000-foot peak.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 07, 2022

Ecuadorian Climbers Try New Route in ‘Dhaulagiri’

Two Ecuadorian climbers team up with a Nat Geo photographer to attempt a first ascent on Dhaulagiri in a compelling new documentary.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 02, 2022

Mountaineering’s Ultimate Prize Shut Down by Chinese Government

Kristin Harila could not secure critical documents to climb Shishapangma and Cho Oyu — the last summits standing between her and a seminal speed record.

Written by Sam Anderson October 31, 2022

Ed Viesturs Weighs In: When Does a Summit Count?

Ed Viesturs, the only American to summit all 8,000m peaks without supplemental oxygen, chimes in on unnecessary ‘rescues.’

Written by Ed Viesturs October 28, 2022

Legendary Mountaineer Bradford Washburn’s Lost Cache Unearthed

A team from Teton Gravity Research discovered lost film and cameras abandoned by the legendary photographer 85 years ago in the Yukon.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 27, 2022

‘Bravo,’ Marcel Remy: A Biographic Tribute

The Swiss climbing legend may be gone from this plane after 99 ardent years in the mountains — but his reputation remains carved into stone.

Written by Sam Anderson October 26, 2022

The Spaghetti Tour Speed Attempt: Andy Steindl and Martin Anthamatten Go for Broke

Watch the countdown as alpinists Andy Steindl and Martin Anthamatten race across the Alps in an attempt to break the previous record.

Written by Rebecca Ross October 19, 2022

Stunning Footage of Denali’s Cassin Ridge From Female Team

Fay Manners and Michelle Dvorak tackle one of the toughest routes on Denali in this captivating documentary from Mountain Equipment.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 19, 2022

Nepali Climber Dies on 6,100m Ama Dablam

Mingma Wangdi Sherpa, a member of the Nepali rope-fixing team on Ama Dablam, died attempting to summit.

Written by Angela Benavides October 18, 2022

Salewa Ortles Mountaineering Kit Review: Conquer the Dolomites With One Apparel Collection

Salewa’s Ortles Mountaineering Collection is a comprehensive line of high-performance alpine adventure apparel, designed to handle anything the Dolomites can throw at you.

Written by Steve Graepel October 18, 2022