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 2020, and more are waiting in the wings.
Our Favorite Home Gyms and Athlete Workouts on Instagram
If you’ve been searching for better ways to get in a workout at home, you aren’t alone. Check out these athletes’ home gyms and workout routines for inspiration.
Mini Epics: 5 Ways to Create Big Adventure Near Home
You don’t need to travel far to have a lot of fun and scratch the adventure itch. This is how two professional adventure racers will keep the fun going this summer.
Is a Built-In Harness Better? Mammut Realization Shorts 2.0 Review
This is the freest-feeling setup for sport and competition climbing.
Trad Climbing Armor: Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness Review
The Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness offers support, comfort, and extreme durability in a trad-specific harness.
‘Prodigy of the Page’ Ashima Shiraishi Sends a New Problem: Writing a Children’s Book
‘How to Solve a Problem’ is as much a book about climbing as it is a mantra to prepare kids for a life of trials, tribulations, and triumphs.
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.
Famous Fitness: Your Favorite Athletes’ Workouts and Playlists
Even the biggest names in outdoor sports are in lockdown. But they’re still getting after it. Here’s how they’re working out and what they’re listening to for motivation.
Osprey Archeon 45 Review: Environmentally Friendly, Working-Class Gear-Hauler
With a simple but versatile design, the Osprey Archeon backpack should appeal to hikers, overnight campers, and climbers alike.
The Best Rope Bags for Every Climber
A great rope bag will protect the cord that protects your life. This article will help you find the best climbing rope bag for your needs.
How a Refugee Found Safety in Climbing
In this brief film from Merrell, we hear a refugee’s story of being born abroad, moving to a new country, and finding her sense of place.
Rock-Proof Jacket: Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Review
We reviewed the new Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody jacket while climbing, hiking, and biking. After 8 months of testing, it’s proved to be a durable yet still breathable and lightweight jacket.
Five Ten Grandstone Climbing Shoe Review: High-Performance High-Top
The Five Ten Grandstone is an all-day trad climbing shoe with a touch of sportiness.
Best Buddy for Small Cracks: Wild Country Zero Friend Cam Review
High quality, wide range, and a narrow head — Wild Country launches a formidable small-crack weapon.
Stripped Away: How Cancer Led This Climber to Embrace a New Sport
This short film is full of great storytelling: It’s pensive, deep, and immersive. But it’s part of a much greater story.
Watch REEL ROCK 14: Great Climbing Films to Binge Now
REEL ROCK 14 debuted a slew of amazing films, and now you can watch them from the comfort of your home.
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.
Belay Glasses: Who Needs Them and Which to Buy
It’s an eternal debate among climbers: When it comes to comfort versus practicality, are belay glasses worth it?
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.
Bouldering on a Budget? This Is the Pad for You
Metolius stripped down its Session II Crash Pad to create the Basic Pad, released last week. The big news is the price; with an MSRP of $130, the Basic Crash Pad becomes the least expensive crash pad that is legitimately effective — and free shipping makes it even more enticing.
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.
How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.
Celebrated Greek Climber Michalis Tsoukias Dies from Coronavirus
A genius visionary and world-famous mountaineer has just died of COVID-19.
Stay Climbing Fit at Home: This Pro Shows You How
Looking for online workout inspiration? Start with legendary climber Lynn Hill’s fitness tips.
10 Inspiring Adventure Films to Watch Now
Looking for a feel-good flick? We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite adventure movies and documentaries that are sure to inspire.
Stay Fit at Home With These 3 Deceptively Simple Workouts
This German YouTuber shares tips for climbers and boulderers who want to get fit outside of the climbing gym. If you’re stuck indoors, try these awesome workouts.
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 at this pinnacle equipment package on a ski tour near Aspen, Colorado.
Is My Workout Still Safe? How Coronavirus Is Changing Gyms
With the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreaks and new cases popping up in the U.S., gyms across the country are changing their policies.
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.
Colorado Has (Another) New Climbing Gym
G1 Climbing + Fitness is the newest addition — and now the eighth climbing gym — in the Greater Denver Area. We visited this past weekend to see what it’s all about.
Trad Pack With a Twist: Mountain Hardwear Crag Wagon 45 Review
This burly, haul bag-style pack is ideal for trad climbing.
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