Climbing

New Rules on Everest: Officials May Ban Unsupported Attempts and Require Guides

New rules from the Nepali government not only increase fees for Everest climbers — they may also require a guide for anyone ascending the mountain.

Written by Angela Benavides January 24, 2025

Trango Agility Duo Dry 9.1 Review: Sendy, Spendy, and Extra Safe

The Trango Agility 9.1 brings a simple and unique safety feature to its Agility line with the Red Flag treatment, improving on an already very…

Written by Matt Bento January 20, 2025

Climbing on Drugs? Everest Clients Pay $154K for High-Altitude Therapy

A guiding service offers a pricey drug therapy (that’s also illegal in professional sports) to get clients to the Everest summit more quickly and safely.…

Written by Angela Benavides January 14, 2025

Modern Climbing Rope Made With Plant Oils: Edelrid Birdlime 1R 9.8 Hits Market

The Edelrid Birdlime 1R 9.8 is the first climbing rope with a renewable content of over 40%. The German brand uses castor oil.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 14, 2025

‘Art of Survival’: Alpinist Finds Zen in Extreme Danger

How do you overcome 150mph winds, -40-degree cold, and a technical climbing route at extreme altitude without oxygen? Just ask Jost Kobusch.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 09, 2025

My Favorite Ice Climbing Gear for Alaskan Epics

I’ve been chasing frozen formations in Alaska for decades. Here is my list of favorite ice climbing gear for the big routes in the 49th…

Written by Seiji Ishii January 02, 2025

Alone on Everest, Alpinist Sets Frigid, Improbable Record

Some alpinists scoffed at a German climber’s quest to ascend Mount Everest in winter. Now he’s closer than ever to reaching his goal.

Written by Andrew McLemore and Angela Benavides December 31, 2024

Black Diamond ‘Validates’ Recycled Aluminum Use

Black Diamond Equipment announced it has started validating recycled aluminum content in hard goods like carabiners and trekking poles.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 31, 2024

Utah Officials Seek Vandals Who Drilled Climbing Bolts Near Petroglyph

It remains unclear if the bolts were placed by rock climbers — or just a petroglyph enthusiast who wanted a closer look.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 30, 2024

Climbers Rejoice as National Park Service Nixes Plan to Ban Fixed Anchors

After proposing a plan to ban the metal screws climbers use for protection, the National Park Service decided to continue allowing them in wilderness areas.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 19, 2024

Watch ‘Normal’ Climber Survive the Craziest Climbing Competition: 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell Explained

Watch as a longtime GearJunkie climbing contributor explains, tackles, and survives the 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell climbing competition.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 17, 2024

The Oscars of Mountaineering: Piolets d’Or Celebrates Climbers’ Raddest Feats

2024 Piolet d’Or nominees include a Japanese team who perished during a first ascent of a Pakistan mountain last year.

Written by Angela Benavides and Andrew McLemore December 09, 2024

Mama, Rock Climber, Olympian: Watch Shauna Coxsey Evolve in New Film

After a career as a competition climber, Shauna Coxsey started a family while transitioning to outdoor climbing. Watch the evolution here.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 06, 2024

New Climbing Device Could Redefine Standards: Edelrid OHMEGA Makes Leading Safer

While it doesn’t replace a belayer, the Edelrid OHMEGA could fundamentally change the way belayers look at lead falls.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 27, 2024

First Attempt, No Falls: Babsi Zangerl Achieves First Flash of El Capitan

Babsi Zangerl became the first person to flash a route on Yosemite’s El Capitan this past weekend. This means no falls on the first attempt.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 25, 2024

Renowned Photog Turns ‘Brokenness Into Superpower’: Books Examine Mental Health in Outdoors

A celebrated mountaineer and National Geographic photographer, Cory Richards has released a photo book and memoir showcasing his life’s work — and deconstructing his own story.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 21, 2024

‘No Easy Way to the Top’: Climbers Navigate Climate Impacts on Peru’s Jirischanca

When Josh Wharton and Vince Anderson were planning their route up Jirishanca they didn’t account for climate change and how it affected the mountain. Watch…

Written by Will Brendza November 20, 2024

The Best Women’s Climbing Shoes of 2026

We tested and reviewed the best women’s climbing shoes of 2024, including picks from La Sportiva, SCARPA, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Miya Tsudome November 14, 2024

The Best Men’s Climbing Pants of 2024

Our climbing fanatic found the best climbing pants of 2024. Whether heading to the gym or hitting up your local crag, we’ve got you covered.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss November 14, 2024

No Edge, No Problem for Indoor Climbing: La Sportiva Mantra Review

The La Sportiva Mantra proved to be a super soft, pliable, and sensitive shoe for indoor climbing. For pumping plastic, it’s a top choice.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 11, 2024

Watch Climbers Push the Limits in ‘Jirishanca’ Trailer

Josh Wharton and Vince Anderson claim an incredibly risky first ascent on Jirishanca in Peru while wrestling with risk as family men.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 08, 2024

The Best Climbing Harnesses for Women in 2025

We tested and reviewed the best climbing harnesses for women, including top picks from Black Diamond, Petzl, Metolius, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Miya Tsudome November 06, 2024

How to Save a Climbing Area? Look at Red River Gorge

The improvement to access in Red River Gorge shows the importance of combining climbers, land owners, the Access Fund, and politicians.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 31, 2024

Climbing Duo Crushes 4 Big Walls in a Day

After breaking one of climbing’s most impressive records this month, Michael Vaill and Tanner Wanish proved they had more to do in Yosemite Valley.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 28, 2024

‘Dam’ Fine Climbing! Watch Dizzying Red Bull Comp

The third annual climbing competition once again challenges Olympic climbers to compete on a 720-foot-tall Swiss dam.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 28, 2024

The Rescue That Changed SAR and Prosthetics Forever: Watch ‘109 Below’

‘109 Below’ chronicles the 1982 rescue of Hugh Herr from Mount Washington and all the tragedy and triumphs it produced.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 24, 2024

Tanner Wanish and Michael Vaill Break Hallowed Yosemite Triple Crown Record

News from Yosemite Valley: Tanner Wanish and Michael Vaill break one of the most iconic Triple Crown records ever.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 21, 2024

Sherpa Climbers Score Bevy of Himalayan Records in One Week

Nepal celebrated the achievements of several Sherpa climbers who set new records on the world’s 14 highest mountains.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 17, 2024

Mallory Climbing Partner Andrew Irvine’s Partial Remains Found on Everest After 100 Years

A National Geographic expedition with Jimmy Chin found remains believed to be from one of the most famous Everest expeditions.

Written by Andrew McLemore and Angela Benavides October 11, 2024

Tracee Metcalfe Becomes First U.S. Woman to Climb the World’s Highest Peaks

On October 4, 2024, Tracee Metcalfe of Vail, Colo., became the first U.S. woman to climb all of the world’s 8,000m peaks.

Written by Angela Benavides October 08, 2024

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