Mountaineering

70-Year-Old Plans New Everest Route With No O2

Veteran mountaineer Marc Batard will attempt to climb a new route up the world’s tallest mountain without supplemental oxygen.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 06, 2022

Winter Storm Kills One Climber, Strands 23 Others on Ben Nevis

A 28-year-old climber fell more than 1,000 feet while attempting to summit the U.K.’s tallest peak on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 10, 2022

No Climbing Allowed: Mount Elbrus Off Limits to Americans

This week, the U.S. Embassy in Russia issued a Level 4 – Do Not Travel advisory for Mt. Elbrus, citing tension created by Russia’s invasion…

Written by Jilli Cluff March 09, 2022

Mammut, AMGA Announce Second Annual Women’s Mountain Guide Scholarship

For the second year running, Mammut has partnered with the American Mountain Guides Association to support and increase representation of women in the outdoors —…

Written by Mary Murphy March 09, 2022

Dad Duels Dhaulagiri: Watch Father of 2 Grab Skiing Speed Record

Dynafit GM and ski mountaineer Benedikt Böhm says having kids has made him ‘more cautious.’ But in 2019, he still nabbed a ski record on…

Written by Sam Anderson March 02, 2022

Climbing, Skiing 20,000-Foot Peaks: Mammut Ski Mountaineers Reveal How They Prepare

‘The Call’ follows two skiers on their quest for mega lines in Pakistan — and serves as a crash course in avalanche safety.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 16, 2022

$10,000 in Grants Available for Women Alpinists; Act Fast

GRIT&ROCK makes $10,000 in grant funding available to women alpinists or female-led climbing teams worldwide. Applications are due soon.

Written by Sam Anderson February 07, 2022

Canadian Ticks Off a Rare Solo of Patagonia’s Torre Egger

During a busy Patagonia season, Quentin Roberts soloed Torre Egger. On the summit, he shared some words across the chasm with Korra Pesce on Cerro…

Written by Sam Anderson February 04, 2022

Cerro Torre Claims a World-Class Alpinist’s Life: The Timeline

On January 28, an avalanche on Patagonia’s Cerro Torre claimed the life of accomplished alpinist Corrado “Korra” Pesce. Here’s what happened. Editor’s note: The following…

Written by Kris Annapurna February 02, 2022

First All-Black Everest Expedition, ‘Full Circle,’ Prepares for Summit Bid

If all 10 members of the Full Circle Everest Expedition summit, they’ll double the number of Black people who have stood on the roof of…

Written by Sam Anderson January 31, 2022

Breaking: Avalanche on Cerro Torre Strikes One of the World’s Best Climbers

At dawn, an avalanche on Cerro Torre hit Argentine mountain guide Tomas Aguilo and his partner, Corrado Pesce of Italy. Pesce is still stranded.

Written by Kris Annapurna January 29, 2022

The Definitive Guide to Climbing Jargon

If you’re cruxing out on climbing vocab, check out GearJunkie’s guide to the jargon — from gripping onsights to jingus gear and more.

Written by Sam Anderson January 27, 2022

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.

Written by Sam Anderson January 19, 2022

Buy a ‘Swiss Village’ Near a Canadian Rockies Ski Town for $2.3 Million

Six legendary Swiss mountain guides lived at the Canadian Rockies’ Edelweiss Village in the early 1900s. Now, the 50-acre property is for sale.

Written by Sam Anderson January 11, 2022

Everest Guide Wins Long Legal Battle Over Cancelling Summit Bid

In December 2021, a Mt. Everest guide company settled with a client who claimed breach of contract during a 2019 expedition.

Written by Sam Anderson January 03, 2022

The FIFTY ‘Summit Fever’: Townsend Heads for the Hardest Line Yet

Every line that ski mountaineer Cody Townsend pursues in ‘The FIFTY’ is classic, but good luck finding one with fewer descents than Mt. St. Elias.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 30, 2021

How to Transition From the Gym to Crag: Top 5 Tips & Gear You’ll Need

The rapid proliferation of climbing gyms makes the gym-to-crag transition even more important than ever. Here are our recommendations for your introduction to rock climbing…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 22, 2021

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…

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2021

High-Res Everest Documentary to Hit IMAX Theaters in 2022

See the top of Everest like you’ve never seen it before — in 16K high definition — with the 25th-anniversary edition of this Everest film.

Written by Mary Murphy December 06, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Hit the Slopes With Mountain Hardwear’s Powabunga 32 Pack Giveaway

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Powabunga 32 Pack from Mountain Hardwear!

Written by GJ Staff December 03, 2021

Mountaineers Log 1st Ascent in Pakistan, Ski Down Without Supplemental O2

Red Bull’s recently released adventure film ‘Doo Sar: A Karakoram Ski Expedition’ documents the action-packed first ascent and descent of Yawash Sar II, a 20,000-foot…

Written by Jilli Cluff December 02, 2021

The Polar Grit X Pro Is a Wrist-Based Navigator, Trainer, and Fitness Tracker

Polar raises the bar with the Grit X Pro multisport watch. It now has built-in GPS and navigation, improved heart-rate tracking, and a rugged build.

New Film Follows Mountaineer’s Ascents Up World’s 14 Tallest Mountains

Coming to Netflix on Nov. 29, ’14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible’ documents Nirmal Purja’s quest to bag the world’s highest summits in record time.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 29, 2021

Client Sues Climbing Guide for Dislodging Fridge-Sized Block, Letting Go of Rope

One man is suing a climbing guide and ACMG for alleged “negligence and breach of contract” that lead to a near-fatal climbing accident.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 12, 2021

Alex Honnold & Cody Townsend Join Forces, Link Crater to Mt. Whitney on ‘Uncomfortable’ Route

From Badwater Basin to the top of Mt. Whitney, Townsend and Honnold gain nearly 14,800 ft of elevation by human power alone — if they…

Written by Jilli Cluff November 10, 2021

Climbing Goes Anime: Check Out Sweeping ‘The Summit of the Gods’ Trailer

Opening in select theaters on Nov. 24 is a feature-length anime film, “The Summit of the Gods.” It’s about Mount Everest, its allure, and the…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 25, 2021

‘The Bicentennial Project’: Christy Mahon to Ski Colorado’s 200 Highest Peaks

Christy Mahon has summitted and skied all 58 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado. Then she did the same on the 100 highest peaks in the state.…

Written by Mary Murphy October 06, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Rab Xenair Alpine Jacket Giveaway

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Written by GJ Staff October 01, 2021

Prep for Avi Season With These Short BCA Safety Videos

With ski season right around the corner, now’s a great time to upgrade your backcountry safety skills. Backcountry Access has released a series of video…

Written by Andrew Marshall September 28, 2021