Mountaineering

Petzl Fly Review: An Ultralight Harness for Ski Mountaineers, Alpinists, and Splitboarders

The Petzl Fly Harness is ultralight and packs down small. Developed for ski mountaineers and alpinists, we put it to the test in glacial terrain…

Written by Drew Zieff May 17, 2021

COVID in Everest Base Camp: An Expert Chimes In

Reports of a COVID outbreak on Everest have sparked concern and scrutiny. Expedition guide Adrian Ballinger spoke with us about the issues around COVID safety…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 22, 2021

‘The Next Everest’ Book Review: Surviving the Quake, Returning to the Summit

‘The Next Everest’ by Jim Davidson hit the shelves (and online market) on April 20. Read an exclusive book review and Q&A with the author…

Written by Mary Murphy April 21, 2021

From Salmon Fishing to Skiing: How One Skimo Badass Funds Her Pastime

A local Summit County film ‘hooked’ our eye. It’s all about women in skimo.

Written by Mary Murphy November 18, 2020

The Best Skiing in Switzerland: Famous Skimo Route Stars in New Film

‘Zermatt to Verbier’ is Faction Skis’ premier short film of the 2020-2021 season. And it’s totally worth watching.

Written by Mary Murphy November 16, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Kahtoola EXOspikes Footwear Traction Giveaway

This week, ten lucky winners will receive a pair of EXOspikes from Kahtoola!

Written by Sponsored Post November 13, 2020

Boston Strong: See One of Mt. Everest’s Only American-Born Porters at Work

The cost to climb Mt. Everest is a huge barrier. ‘The Porter’ film tells the story of one of the only foreign-born people — an…

Written by Mary Murphy October 13, 2020

Climb the Tetons: GearJunkie Guide to the Grand

Last summer, a few GearJunkie staff climbed the Grand Teton. Here’s a recap of the journey, planning and training tips, and a packing list so…

Written by Jake Ferguson September 30, 2020

Watch 2 Athletes Climb K2 Without Supplemental Oxygen

Is K2 the world’s most dangerous mountain? Without oxygen, it definitely could be.

Written by Mary Murphy June 05, 2020

China Seizes First Everest Summits of 2020

Did you think that Mount Everest was closed for the season? You’re not alone. But a handful of climbers have already summited Mount Everest in…

Written by Kraig Becker May 26, 2020

Conquering Cotopaxi: Amputee Team Climbs Towering Active Volcano

A team of amputee mountaineers climbs one of South America’s most iconic and challenging peaks to raise money for others in need of prosthetics.

Written by Mary Murphy April 30, 2020

Watch a Young Yvon Chouinard, Doug Tompkins Star in a Dirtbag Classic

Patagonia released the full 1968 ‘Mountain of Storms’ film on its YouTube channel.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 09, 2020

Adrian Ballinger: Now Is Not the Time to Backcountry Ski

The Mount Everest-summiting legend and CEO of Alpenglow Expeditions explains why now is not the time to risk backcountry skiing.

Written by Adrian Ballinger April 07, 2020

Sky Piercers: An Epic Attempt to Ski New Zealand’s Tallest Mountain

Four skiers from across the world take on the ultimate adventure on Mount Cook in this film.

Written by Mary Murphy April 03, 2020

Celebrated Greek Climber Michalis Tsoukias Dies from Coronavirus

A genius visionary and world-famous mountaineer has just died of COVID-19.

Written by Mary Murphy March 26, 2020

We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet

The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look…

Written by Sean McCoy March 13, 2020

Coronavirus Kills Everest: China Shuts Down Tibet Climbs

Over fears of an outbreak of COVID-19 around base camp, China halted all Everest expeditions from the north side of the mountain.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 11, 2020

Snowfall Ends Sherpa Climbers’ Winter Everest Attempt

Recent heavy snowfall on Everest forced a team of Sherpa climbers to abandon their winter summit expedition. Nobody has reached the summit in winter since…

Written by Mary Murphy February 27, 2020

New Alpine Gold Standard? Hyperlite Mountain Gear Prism Near Perfect

Hyperlite Mountain Gear has brought its new Prism alpine climbing pack to the market, and it’s about as perfect as a pack can get. We…

Written by Alex Hansen November 15, 2019

First Look: Sweet Protection Ascender Helmet to Climb Snow or Rock, Ski Down

Certified for both downhill skiing and mountaineering, the Sweet Protection Ascender is an all-around helmet for those who earn their turns.

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2019

Epic Record Set: Nirmal Purja Just Completed an Alpine Masterpiece

Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja broke an incredible mountaineering record: summiting the world’s 14 peaks over 8,000 m in one season.

Written by Mary Murphy October 28, 2019

Documentary Film to Tell Bobby Kennedy Mountaineering Story

REI, Eddie Vedder, and 1091 Media collaborate on the ‘Return to Mount Kennedy’ documentary. The film will feature exclusive footage of the original 1965 journey…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

Alpinism’s Greatest Feat? Nims Purja Is on the Brink

Less than 7 months ago, Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja began Project Possible — an attempt to climb the world’s 14 8,000m peaks in under a year.…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

Adrian Ballinger Will Never Go Back to K2: Here’s Why

‘Not a chance. It’s just too dangerous … I just can’t take that risk,’ said Adrian Ballinger on climbing K2 a second time.

Written by Kraig Becker September 26, 2019

Nepal Will No Longer Allow Plastic on Everest

Nepal recently wrapped up its 45-day Everest Cleaning Campaign. But trash removal on the world’s highest mountain is going to take a lot more effort.

Written by Mary Murphy September 05, 2019

Polish Man Plans to Ski Everest Without Supplemental O2

Andrzej Bargiel plans to climb and descend Mount Everest this fall without removing his skis.

Written by Sean McCoy August 13, 2019

Take a Break With This Killer Timelapse of the French Alps

This beautiful timelapse of the Mont Blanc massif in the French Alps is stunning, calming, and the perfect mini-break for your work day.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 06, 2019

Former Gurkha Soldier Summits 11th 8,000-Meter Peak This Year

Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja has set an unprecedented record in the world of high-altitude mountaineering as he pursues the audacious goal of climbing all 8,000m peaks…

Written by Kraig Becker July 29, 2019

Woman Sends ‘Lightning Ascent’ of Mount Everest: San Fran to Summit in 2 Weeks

A new kind of Everest record now belongs to Roxanne Vogel, a GU sports nutritionist. She departed her coastal California home on May 10, summited…

Written by Berne Broudy June 14, 2019

10 Essentials: Gear to Climb Colorado’s 14ers

Climbing 14,000-foot peaks, known as 14ers, is a popular activity for burgeoning climbers and serious mountaineers alike. Be ready when you head up with this…

Written by Morgan Tilton June 03, 2019

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