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A helicopter search spotted five bodies in avalanche debris
There's been limited research on the risks kids face in thin air, which means parents and guides have to make some tough decisions
Some incredible pups have accompanied explorers (or even gone solo into the unknown) over the centuries
Whether you’re in the mood for beer and barbecue, a dance party, or a shot of adrenaline, these events are a guaranteed blast
HBO’s ‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ gives a rare behind-the-scenes look into the professional lives of Jimmy Chin, Larry Haynes, and James Boole
Pico started running and climbing mountains ten years ago, after losing her foot to cancer
Whether you're looking for deals on gear or an inside line on your dream trip, the perfect group is just a click away
When Wui Kin Chin collapsed high on the deadliest mountain in the world, he urgently needed a rescue. Instead, he sat alone at 24,000 feet for more than 40 hours.
When we say “Everest is crowded,” this is what we mean
It's the third death of the Everest climbing season
When Alex Honnold tells you the thing you're doing is a little crazy, it warrants some self-reflection
French authorities brought the man to safety after he made a 528-foot free ascent
This video recaps the Tuck Fest's deep-water solo competition at the U.S. National Whitewater Center
Eight deaths, three missing climbers, six mountains—and the real Everest summit push hasn’t even started
And we love it. Here are our first impressions after wearing a dozen of the line’s pieces this month.
*these tactics also work if you climb 5.11, or 5.10, or 5.8
You can set up your own, off-the-cuff version of summer camp in one of these stellar settings
Who says summer camp is just for kids? We rounded up seven escapes made for grown-ups (and a few for their families), plus seven more to entertain the kids while the adults are at play.
The Seven Summit Treks guide has reached the peak of the world's highest mountain for a 23rd time
The risks and rewards of being (literally and figuratively) out in the wilderness
Jorgeson's 1Climb foundation and Adidas are partnering to build 10 climbing walls across the country
Five years after he famously Facebooked his way to rescue from a Himalayan crevasse, scientist and climber John All is back on Mount Everest, looking for answers about how global warming is affecting the highest peaks on earth
New accounts sharing bad behavior, plus public stands from notable climbers, are bringing gross online interactions into the light
If you haven’t seen the Oscar-winning film chronicling Alex Honnold’s historic rope-free ascent of El Cap, you can check it out (or see it again)
Twenty percent of climbers on the world's highest peak this season are women
This new calorie calculator uses an equation developed by the U.S. military to estimate energy expenditure while hiking
Yes, we used our expert knowledge to rank fictional equipment
Two years ago, the climbing photographer known as Nathan Smith saw no way out, after struggling for years with gender-identity issues in the male-dominated outdoor industry. Then—slowly, bravely—Nikki introduced herself to the world.
'Odd Season' highlights the joys that can be found in this turbulent transition period known as spring
The climber, photographer, and co-founder of Más wants you to know that you belong in the climbing gym
From Black Diamond, 'The Lifer' profiles legendary climber Russ Clune, steward of an iconic New York climbing area
Meet the activists, community mobilizers, and athletes creating their own space in climbing
Being a beginner (or just perpetually mediocre) doesn't mean you should quit
Cell phone photos show that Jess Roskelley, Hansjörg Auer, and David Lama reached the summit but died on the descent
This year, governments and guiding companies are promising to do more to keep the mountain clean, but the question of what to do with the dead bodies is becoming more urgent
Dierdre Wolownick gives us an inside look at what it was like to raise the 'Free Solo' climber in 'The Sharp End of Life'
Extreme athlete Will Gadd on why kids should develop competence over confidence
They were three of the world’s best climbers. Here are the remembrances from those who knew them best.
From Yosemite’s famed granite to Patagonian towers, these pitches are every bit as legendary as the climber himself
Whether with selection, expertise, or free beer, these are the brick-and-mortar stores doing it best
David Lama, Jess Roskelley, and Hansjörg Auer had been attempting a difficult route up Howse Peak in the Canadian Rockies when they got hit by a massive slide earlier this week
From the Gunks to J-tree, our climbing expert created his definitive list of the best climbing destinations the United States has to offer
After nearly dying while summiting Lunag Ri three years ago, Anker is still tackling tricky sends
Trolls thought I was friggin' nuts to propose a controlled backcountry ski area. But it's already happening.
In July, a group of Afghan women set out to climb 24,580-foot Mount Noshaq, their country's highest mountain. No Afghan woman had ever reached the summit, and many challenges stood in their way, from hostile Afghan men who think that women shouldn't exercise, to the terrorist attack in a district near the peak two days before the climb began. This is their story.
Are you curious about what Olympic climbing will look like in 2020? We are, too. Here's what you should know before it all begins.
As climbers reach Base Camp, at the foot of the world's highest mountain, these are the stories we're keeping an eye on
Jim Reynolds is a name you’ve likely never heard, but his free-soloing feats top those of Alex Honnold—if not in difficulty, then in length, commitment, and style
The Arc'teryx Oriel tights are light enough for summer heat but stand strong against errant branches and rough rock
Black Diamond's newest product launch comes straight from the pro climber's van to your kitchen
Black Diamond and Alex Honnold strike again in their ongoing April Fools' shenanigans
A recent World Cup in Denver blew all expectations and leads the way toward the 2026 Winter Games
From Kathmandu to the top of the world, here’s an overview of the most popular route to Everest’s summit
The ski mountaineer was known for her relentless summits of the world’s toughest mountains. But the best thing she did for her career was take a break.
The bodies of Daniele Nardi and Tom Ballard have been located after 14 days of searching
For some climbing rangers in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park, every ridgeline holds the memory of a rescue, every peak a body bag. It's more than they can handle alone.
In his new book, Mark Synnott offers a personal history of climbing, including a tense but revealing expedition to Pakistan with legendary climber Alex Lowe
Sometimes dying in the mountains is just the luck of the draw
We don't want to hear about the time your dog did a fourteener. Mera, recently renamed Baru, made the first canine ascent of Nepal's 23,389-foot Baruntse in November 2018.
The Proof Rover pants finally find a balance between durability and comfort
'The Place of the Gaels' features American alpinists Fabrizio Zangrilli, Angela Vanweimeersch, and Jon Frederick climbing in Scotland.
The pro climber took to the red carpet wearing a wool and stretch-cotton suit built by designers from the brand's premium lifestyle category
It's the first climbing film to receive such broad mainstream acclaim
From ‘Becoming,’ by Michelle Obama, to ‘Sapiens,’ by Yuval Noah Harari
Climber David Fitzgerald is on a mission to climb two boulder problems, Bügeleisen Sit Start and Big Paw, in the film ‘Blocbuster.’
The brand's spring catalog includes a shot of the famous climber scaling a delicate underground formation in Spain. The National Speleological Society is displeased.
Moab has come into its own as one of America’s great multisport destinations. Here’s how to make the most out of a visit, from pedaling its world-class singletrack to hiking its famed national parks to rafting the Colorado River.
After three years of sold-out events for women-identified and non-binary people, Flash Foxy introduces an extension where men are welcome, too
The Swedish apparel company ReDew makes the comfiest, best-fitting performance denim we've found for women on the move. Bonus: the jeans are made in part from recycled plastic bottles.
Because you know you want your car to smell like your weekend
Bomber tie-downs and secure hitches to have in your repertoire
Some of the world's most passionate athletes are high pointers, climbers who will do anything to reach the tallest point in every state, county, or whatever other designation they can dream up. A lot of those peaks aren't so tall—like Delaware's 447.85-foot Ebright Azimuth—but there's plenty of challenge in this quest. Just ask John Mitchler, who had knocked off everything on his dream list except the tallest spot in a remote U.S. territory: Agrihan.