As we all continue to live with restrictions on our outdoor activities, we talk to some of the world’s best mountaineers and mountain athletes about what they are doing to stay fit and focused during the Covid crisis…
The Lockdown Q&A – #2: David Goettler
Have your say… As we all continue to live with restrictions on our outdoor activities, we talk to some of the world’s best mountaineers and mountain athletes about what they are doing to stay fit and focused during the Covid crisis. First up, we talk to one of Britain’s most successful high altitude mountaineers, Adele Pennington… As we all continue …
The Lockdown Q&A – #1: Adele Pennington
Have your say… In the first of a series of weekly competitions, we have a superb Outdoor Research Helium Bivy up for grabs – read on to find out how you can get your hands on it! In the first of a series of weekly competitions, we have a superb Outdoor Research Helium Bivy up for grabs – read on …
Peak Profile: Ama Dablam
Often described as the most beautiful mountain in the world, the ‘Mother’s Necklace’ doesn’t allow mountaineers easy passage to her highly-prized summit…
A Beginner’s Guide to Backcountry Ski Touring
With more and more of us exploring the winter mountains on skis, Sophie Nicholson examines the appeal of backcountry skiing and advises on how you can do it too
Where to trek in 2019
Looking to plan a big trip in 2019? We spoke to seven of the leading trekking/expedition companies to get their recommendations for which treks and peaks to consider visiting in the coming year…
Your First 10 Alpine Climbs
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The Interview: Adam Campbell
Have your say… Adam Campbell’s life has revolved around motion. As one of the world’s top ultra runners, his mantra has been simple: ‘If you’re not moving, you’re dead’. Adam Campbell’s life has revolved around motion. As one of the world’s top ultra runners, his mantra has been simple: ‘If you’re not moving, you’re dead’. This life of movement came …
Q&A: Tania Noakes
We talk to British Mountain Guide Tania Noakes about her recent 2500km traverse of Norway on skis…
Matterhorn Hörnli Ridge – a Guide’s guide
Have your say… The morning of Sunday 30th April 2017 will stick in many peoples’ minds for a long time. As the mountaineering world woke up to the awful news that one of its brightest lights had perished while acclimatising on Nuptse, climbers and non-climbers alike took to social media to express their shock at the loss of one of …