Climbing

World’s Longest Overhanging Roof Climb Conquered

World renowned climbers Chris Sharma and Stefan Glowacz raised the bar on overhanging climbs by starting deep in the bowels of the Earth. Their new…

Written by Sean McCoy March 19, 2014

Ice Climbing At The Olympics. Insider’s Perspective From ‘World Stage’ In Sochi

Ice climbing debuted in Sochi this year. Here’s an inside look at what went down.

Written by Sean McCoy March 19, 2014

Bamboo Mountaineering Fat Bike Designed For Speedy Approaches

This handmade fat bike is built to take on the longest mountain approaches.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 14, 2014

Ice Axe, Kid On His Back

Training kids to climb in a very unusual location…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 13, 2014

First Look: The North Face ‘Ice Project’ Climbing Backpack

A to-be-released pack from The North Face organizes ice climbing gear with a home for every item.

Written by Amy Jurries March 11, 2014

Toughest Alpine Sport? Ski-Mountaineering (SkiMo) Is Second To None

Long painful climbs, even more painful downhills, and hours of trudging through snow-covered landscapes… ski mountaineering racing is not for everyone. But for those who…

Written by Sean McCoy March 05, 2014

Fuel Ice Tool ‘All-Terrain’ Quiver

Our writer tests Black Diamond’s newest “all-terrain” ice tool on Minnesota ice falls.

Written by Peter Lenz March 03, 2014

‘Get Strong For Your (Mountain) Sport.’ Training Program From The North Face

Mountain Athletics, a new push this spring from TNF, stresses free weights and traditional exercises to improve performance for climbers, skiers, and runners.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 03, 2014

Man Attempting To Ski 328,000 Vertical Feet In 31 Days Under Own Power

When Greg Hill picks a challenge he looks up, way up.

Written by Sean McCoy February 26, 2014

Lit Up, ‘Glow-In-Dark’ Ice Provides World’s Weirdest Climbing Experience

Lights strung behind massive pillars of ice make these frozen waterfalls glow.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 17, 2014

Excalibur Isn’t The Tallest Climbing Wall, But It Might Be The Coolest

The spire soars 121 feet to test climbers high above the Netherlands.

Written by Sean McCoy February 14, 2014

Jaw Dropping Video: ‘Hardest Ropeless Climb In History’

Alex Honnold is the world’s best free-solo climber. Watching this will make your palms sweat.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2014

‘Absolutely Gripped.’ Video Reveals Insane, 1500′ Free Solo Climb On Mexican Cliff

“No rope, nothing but hands and feet — a slip-you-die face and he lived to tell the tale…”

Written by Stephen Regenold February 08, 2014

Sleeps In Van, Free-Solos 5.11c. Day In The Life Of Alex Honnold

Get a glimpse into the “routine” life of a world-renowned solo climber in this five minute video that might make you question your morning commute.

Written by Sean McCoy February 06, 2014

Dead Of Winter, Ascent Of Mount Rainier

Tumbling snow bridges, crampons on rock and wind “stinging my face and nearly sweeping away one of my mitts.” Jeff Kish experiences the joys of…

Written by Sean McCoy February 05, 2014

2013 Ascent ‘One Of Boldest Himalayan Climbs In History’ (video has details)

Among the top achievements in climbing last year, this video from Mountain Hardwear reveals some details on Ueli Steck’s solo ascent of Annapurna’s South Face.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 03, 2014

Colorado Gov. Renames 14’ers After Denver Broncos

If you ever had the desire to climb Mt. Peyton Manning, now’s your chance.

Written by Sean McCoy January 29, 2014

Winter Ascent Of Mount St. Helens

The stars align for a perfect summit day on Mount St. Helens this week.

Written by Jeff Kish January 24, 2014

Inside Look: Ice Climbing On World Stage

Climbers compete on a structure that resembles “something of a different world.”

Written by Sean McCoy January 18, 2014

Your Workplace Is The Pits Compared To ‘Climbing Gym Office’

This office space in Massachusetts sits atop an immense climbing wall and offers a working environment different than anything we’ve ever seen. Why not work…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 11, 2014

Amazing Vertical Sprint Sets Women’s Speed Climbing Record

Watch these women absolutely fly up a 15-meter overhanging wall as one sets a world record in speed climbing.

Written by Sean McCoy December 13, 2013

Climbing Lake Superior’s Frozen Spray

When you’re looking for waterfall ice and come across something like this, well, strap on the crampons and get after it!

Written by Sean McCoy December 09, 2013

Dangerous Beauty: The Glacial Caves Of The Cascades

The Rubber Tramp Jeff Kish explores the glacial caves of Mount Hood, a beautiful, dangerous and unpredictable environment that will likely not be around for…

Written by Sean McCoy December 06, 2013

BASE Jump Goes Horribly Wrong

How he survives this, well, man, just watch. Be warned, this is one of the gnarliest crashes we’ve ever seen.

Written by Sean McCoy December 05, 2013

Crazy ‘Crevasse Falling’ Video

If you climb glaciers or even just love mountain craziness you’ve gotta watch this.

Written by Sean McCoy December 03, 2013

‘Caught in a Storm, Near-Hypothermic, a Piece of Gear Saved My Life’

This week, the Rubber Tramp Diary discusses a situation that no outdoor enthusiast wants to experience (and a single piece of gear that saved his…

Written by Sean McCoy November 27, 2013

Ice Climbing Comes To The Olympics

An activity usually practiced in remote wilderness will make a very public appearance on the world stage in Sochi at the Winter Olympics next year.

Written by Sean McCoy November 20, 2013

Behind-Scenes Look Inside ‘Gear Bunker’ Of World’s Top Alpinist

Get ready for your jaw to drop when you see the inside of this world renowned climber’s gear room. It’s a lot more than your…

Written by Sean McCoy November 15, 2013

Running The Grand Teton’s Exum Ridge, Instagram Style

Brody Leven and Robin Hill climbed the Grand Teton in a little more than five hours. Leven shares the story, Instagram style.

Written by Sean McCoy November 11, 2013

Mountain Music: Climbers Jam Out Inside Portaledge

An iPod might be lighter, but for these climbers it’s just not the same as making their own music.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling October 24, 2013

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