The avalanche on Chimborazo (20,549 feet) is the deadliest Ecuadorian climbing accident in nearly 30 years. We speak with local guides about the incident, the growing trend of unlicensed and illegal guides, and what this means for the local industry.
Ten of the best rock climbing shoes on the market this year. Whether you’re a veteran crusher or just bought your first harness, you’ll find the shoes you need here.
So far, the nonprofit initiative is supported by nine wind tunnels around Europe and plans to hold a competition in 2022.
Following the accident, the Australian rock gym has permanently removed all of its autobelay devices.
Charles Dubouloz and Benjamin Védrines completed the first ascent of In the Shadow of Lies (WI5+ M5+ 90° ED) on the Himalayan peak.
Skydiving photographer and wind tunnel coach Ewan Cowie is slated to perform his third jump over the iconic landmark October 24.
Whether he’s a friend, significant other, work colleague, or family member, here are 64 gifts that are sure to be a hit with the adventurous, outdoor-loving man in your life.
Mason Boos, 25, passed away on Sunday, October 10 after a fall caused by loose rock while scrambling third-class terrain.
A 20-member expedition team was caught in a massive avalanche on October 1. Four climbers are confirmed dead, with two others still missing.
A 31-year-old apparent free soloist took a fatal fall last Wednesday.
The film follows nonbinary climber Lor Sabourin projecting a hard trad route, but it’s much more than that. Review and Q&A with Sabourin below.
The rock gym, home to Peru’s national climbing team, is building a free bouldering gym for underprivileged youth.
Vaughn Fetzer (57), of Durango, died on Blanca Peak (14,345 ft) in the Sangre de Cristo Range, after a fall while descending.
The 25-year-old made the third ascent of Bibliographie (9b+/5.15c) in Céüse, France on September 30.
In an industry where modern technology reigns supreme, Vegas Indoor Skydiving soldiers on, operating a single, one-of-a-kind wind tunnel that’s been welcoming fliers for nearly 40 years.
Brandon Scott Burns, 25, and Mark Anthony Bacolod Stiles, 35, both of Baltimore, Maryland passed away on September 14th after falls.
The Swiss alpinist finished his 10-year project August 15, soloing the North Face of the Petit Dru in one hour and 43 minutes.
Fuyuki Kono holds Guinness World Records for “Most front split spins in a wind tunnel in one minute (78)” and “Most 360° horizontal spins in a wind tunnel in one minute (60)”
