Help maintain our mountains for future generations to enjoy by signing up to this month’s Real 3 Peaks Challenge – a coordinated litter sweep to remove waste from the highest peaks in Great Britain. Founded by Mountain Training Association member Richard Pyne, the scheme will see volunteers trek to the top of Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon on October …
World Expeditions adds further Himalayan camps
Adventure travel specialists World Expeditions are soon to expand their number of permanent campsites in the Nepalese Himalaya, due to an increase in trekkers throughout the last two climbing seasons. Designed to improve comfort levels during an expedition, the first set of yak dung fuelled camps were established in 2011, as an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to teahouses and …
Festival of Ice to raise funds for Climbers Against Cancer
The world’s largest indoor ice climbing centre will host its first ever Festival of Ice this autumn, to help raise funds for Climbers Against Cancer. Located on the eastern shores of Loch Leven in the Scottish Highlands, Ice Factor Kinlochleven will see climbers from across the country come together for the weekend-long event from 2 – 3 November. In addition …
The North Face introduce Thermoball jackets
Leading outdoor brand The North Face have just launched a new collection of Thermoball jackets and hoodies. Combining PrimaLoft fibre ball technology with quilting techniques and engineered fabric from The North Face, the new Thermoball Full Zip Jacket (above) and Hoodie Jacket are available for both men and women. Lightweight and fast-drying, the garments have been designed for use in …
Denali 'shrinks' by 83 feet
North America’s highest peak has measured 83ft shorter than its last official reading more than 60 years ago, suggests data released by US geographers. Located in Alaska’s Denali National Park, Denali (also known as Mount McKinley) now stands at 20,237ft, 25m shorter than its prior measurement in 1952. According to the US Geological Survey, the reading may have differed due …
Snow+Rock open new concession
Winter sports specialists Snow+Rock have announced the opening of a new outdoor themed concession in Selfridges department store. Due to open its doors early next month in time for the winter season, the 3500 sq ft ground floor concession will feature winter sports and outdoor clothing and equipment including ski gear, snowboards and walking boots, in addition to a kids’ …
Climber aims to summit all 117 Andean 6,000m peaks
Argentine-born British climber Maximo Kausch has set himself the challenge of climbing every 6,000m peak in South America – and so far he’s summited more than anyone else to date. The Mountain Guide who currently works as an expedition leader in the Andes and Himalaya, has already climbed 59 Andean peaks from a total of 117 during the past year …
MacLeod and Muskett free climb 'Paciencia' on the Eiger
Leading climbers Dave MacLeod and Calum Muskett have become the first Brits to make a free ascent of a route scaling the North Face of the Eiger. Located in Switzerland’s Bernese Alps, the 3970m peak saw the pair spend just over three days on the mountain before completing the 8a graded multi-pitch Paciencia route, which was first established between 2001 …
Gerber release new GDC range
Gerber gear have introduced their new Gerber Daily Carry Zip Tools range, comprising four lightweight gadgets designed for use in the outdoors. Easily and securely fastened to a backpack or jacket, the Zip Hex, Zip Driver, Zip Light+ and Zip Blade are described by Gerber as ideal for hiking, biking, boarding, skiing and climbing. The GDC Zip Hex holds five …
Climbers and walkers urged to use online safety form
Climbers and hillwalkers can now access an online version of the ‘Going To The Hills’ form, a safety document put in place for outdoor enthusiasts to complete before heading out onto Scotland’s hills. Intended to help rescuers locate those lost or injured in Scotland’s vast wilderness, the form contains information from walkers that may prove useful to mountain rescue teams …