Climbing

Mountaineer Dies On Denali Descent

The Czech climber was descending by ski when he fell about 1,500 feet.

Written by Sean McCoy May 30, 2016

Riding Kilimanjaro: Duo Bikes Biggest Peak In Africa

This February, two adventurers traded hiking boots for bike tires to pedal up (and down) Africa’s highest peak.

Written by Sponsored Post May 24, 2016

Explore Mount Everest In 360-Degree View

You can explore the entire South Route of Mount Everest, Base Camp to summit, from the comfort of your own home.

Written by Sean McCoy May 24, 2016

Mount Everest: American Woman Summits Without Supplemental O2

In becoming the first woman to summit Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, Melissa Arnot climbed Mt. Everest for the sixth time.

Written by Sean McCoy May 23, 2016

Women Are on the Rise in the Climbing World

History made: The American Alpine Club has inducted a 31-year-old woman into the Hall of Mountaineering Excellence.

Written by Morgan Tilton May 12, 2016

Sasha DiGiulian’s ‘Permanent Summer Break’

One of the world’s best climbers is about to graduate from college and into a world of opportunities.

Written by Alex Kurt May 03, 2016

Book Review: Brendan Leonard’s ‘Sixty Meters to Anywhere’

We review the just-out memoir by one of climbing’s current muses, Brendan Leonard, who uses a rope-length measure as analogy and literal reference to a…

Written by Eric Hanson May 02, 2016

Everest Region ‘Disaster Relief Center’ Opens This Spring

Climbing gear and emergency supplies will be stocked at a relief center funded by REI and its members to quickly aid in getting rescue workers…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 02, 2016

Ashima Shiraishi: Rock Climbing’s Media Darling

Since age 13, Ashima Shiraishi has garnered headlines as big as ‘World’s Best Female Rock Climber.’ We interviewed the (now) 15-year-old for insight on her…

Written by Morgan Tilton April 28, 2016

‘Haywire’ Film: The True Costs Of Pushing Limits

Cheyne Lempe tackled some of the most remote rock faces on Earth, and he nearly killed his best friend doing it.

Written by Staff Post April 27, 2016

Alert: Climbing Harness On eBay Has ‘Risk Of Death’

Yikes. A batch of destroyed Petzl climbing harnesses for sale online were ‘crudely stitched’ together in a malicious act that could result in equipment failure.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 23, 2016

Earth As Canvas: Interview With Artist-Climber Jeremy Collins

Artist, story teller, director, and climber, Jeremy Collins is a fixture and a force in the outdoors world.

Written by Sponsored Post April 19, 2016

‘Sherpa’ Finds Beauty In Wake Of Everest Tragedy

A stunning documentary of the deadliest day on Everest succeeds with heart as much as action.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 14, 2016

Virtual Insanity: Climbing Goes Extreme In VR

Virtual reality gets extreme in The Climb. Check out the trailer and interactive videos.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 14, 2016

Recall: Black Diamond Ascenders, Lanyards, Cams

Black Diamond issued its second safety recall of the year: Ascenders, lanyards, and cams are included.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 13, 2016

See The Unfiltered Everest Via Snapchat

As they make their ascent of Everest, they plan to hand off the Snapchat account to Sherpas, guides, other climbers, and expedition doctors in an…

Written by Eric Lemke April 08, 2016

Retro Climbers’ Short-Shorts Are Back For 2016

Check out the old-school daisy-duke climbing shorts.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 31, 2016

Hyalite Alpine: Climbing Ice With Conrad Anker

More than 20 years after meeting the legendary climber for the first time, we swing axes together on a test-piece in the mountains above his…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 23, 2016

So iLL Climbing Shoes Blow Up Kickstarter

These climbing shoes from So iLL are hot on Kickstarter. We talked to the brand’s founder to find out why.

Written by Sean McCoy March 22, 2016

Three Complete First Winter Climb Of Deadly Nanga Parbat

At 26,660 feet tall, Nanga Parbat kills 20 percent of those who try to scale it. This trio just completed an ascent in the dead…

Written by Morgan Tilton March 02, 2016

Balancing Act: The Jam-Packed Life Of Jimmy Chin

Jimmy Chin climbs the world’s biggest mountains, shoots photos for the most prestigious publications, stars in movies, and manages a booming business. How does he…

Written by Alex Kurt March 01, 2016

Frozen Falls, Crashing Waves: ‘Michigan Ice Film’ Reveals Lake Superior Climbing Mecca

Lake Superior and towering cliffs set the stage for ‘The Michigan Ice Film,’ a production that captures the intensity and spirit at one of the…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 23, 2016

Meet The 19-Year-Old Blowing Up The Climbing World

What’s the secret of up-and-coming rock climber Nathaniel Coleman? The middle splits and the ‘power of the psych.’

Written by Morgan Tilton February 22, 2016

Black Diamond Issues Recall Of Carabiners, Runners

If you own carabiners or runners manufactured by Black Diamond in the last year or two, this recall likely affects you.

Written by Sean McCoy February 04, 2016

Ouray Ice: Power And Skill At 2016 Ice Climbing Fest

Thirty-three climbers from around the world competed in the 2016 Ouray Ice Festival. Only one made it to the top. This video highlights the power,…

Written by Staff Post February 03, 2016

Mount Elbert: Colorado Highpoint On ‘Road To OR’

After two days on the road, GearJunkie heads up Colorado’s highest peak, Mount Elbert, in the heart of winter.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 06, 2016

‘Kronos’ Ice Axe Is Made Of Wood

Furnace Industries is betting on wood for an ice tool that is warm in the hand, durable and with provides vibration dampening.

Written by Sean McCoy December 30, 2015

The ‘Fruit Bowl’ Is Some Next Level Rigging

Slackliners, basejumpers, and rock climbers from all over the world gather at the Fruit Bowl in Moab, Utah, at one of the coolest suspended structures…

Written by Staff Post December 02, 2015