Mountaineering

$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

Alex Honnold Explores Climate Change in New Show for Nat Geo

‘On the Edge With Alex Honnold’ follows the world-famous climber as he hunts first ascents and studies climate change in Greenland.

Written by Sam Anderson August 25, 2021

One Helmet to Rule Them All: First Look at Salewa’s Multisport Piuma 3.0

Salewa is launching its newest multisport climbing helmet in the spring of 2022. We got a sneak peek at the fresh headgear — here’s what…

Written by Christian Black August 23, 2021

Denali’s First Black Summiteer Immortalized in Mountaineering Museum

The Portrait of Charles Crenchaw aims to honor the first Black climber to summit Denali and shed light on inclusivity outdoors.

Written by Jilli Cluff August 23, 2021

Pakistani Teen Becomes Youngest Person to Summit K2

Shehroze Kashif summited Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world, a few months ago. Now, he’s summited the second highest peak — K2.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2021

Hike ‘Step by Step’ Through Summer With This Black Diamond Athlete

Follow in the footsteps of one outdoorsman as he makes big strides toward the world’s tallest summits.

Written by Mary Murphy June 24, 2021

‘TranSending’: Erin Parisi Pushes Toward First Trans Ascent of All Seven Summits

Erin Parisi is the first trans woman to attempt to climb all Seven Summits. Watch her story in the ‘TranSending’ film by Merrell.

Written by Mary Murphy June 10, 2021

‘Who’s On Top?’: Queer Climbers Summit Mt. Hood

“Who’s On Top?” tells the story of four queer-identifying climbers and their personal and collective mission to summit Mt. Hood.

Written by Mary Murphy June 07, 2021

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