Climbing

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

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

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.

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.