The Firefly is a simple, convenient and time-efficient electronic device designed for top athletes to accelerate sports recovery and improve performance. It was recently used by Richard Parks during his record-breaking solo expedition to the South Pole…
New John Muir Way to open this Spring
A new coast to coast walking route spanning 134 miles across central Scotland is set to open next month. Running from Dunbar on Scotland’s southeast coast to Helensburgh on the north shore of the Firth of Clyde, the new John Muir Way will take walkers along lowland trails passing castles, historic towns, villages and on through Loch Lomond and the …
Everest climbers required to collect 8kg of waste
Climbers of Mount Everest will soon be required to collect 8kg of rubbish on their descent of the mountain, following new rules released by the Nepalese Government. All mountaineers and support staff climbing beyond Everest Base Camp will be affected when the new guidelines come into force next month, a change that will coincide with the start of this year’s …
New guide to Via Ferrata in the French Alps
Guidebook publishers Cicerone has launched a new title detailing Via Ferrata routes in the French Alps. Featuring 66 routes between Geneva and Briancon, the 352 page paperback first introduces readers to the geographical area and route grading system of the Via Ferrata – which comprises a technical grade, exposure rating and remoteness factor – before focusing on necessary equipment and …
First female ascent on Helmcken Falls
Berghaus-sponsored climber Angelika Rainer has become the first woman to complete a line on Helmcken Falls in British Columbia, Canada. Rainer made the second ascent of ‘Clash of the Titans’ last month after adverse weather conditions meant her primary target – the single pitch ice route ‘Wolverine’, thought to be the world’s hardest – was too dangerous to attempt. Angelika …
MHT wins funding for Joe Tasker archive
The Mountain Heritage Trust – an outdoor body which works to document Britain’s climbing history – has recently been awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund grant of more than £40,000 to preserve the papers and writings of mountaineer Joe Tasker. Made up of correspondence, artefacts, photographs and literary manuscripts from Joe’s life as a climber and mountaineer of the world’s greater …
Climb Stok Kangri with Trek & Mountain!
In August 2015, Trek & Mountain will be taking a team of readers to climb the highest peak in India’s Stok range, Stok Kangri at 6150m. From the top you will enjoy magnificent views across the Karakoram and Zanskar mountain ranges, and on a clear day you may even be able to see K2! The expedition is being organised and …
Arc'teryx Alpine Academy 2014
The Arc’teryx Alpine Arc’ademy will return to the French Alps this summer, giving novice and experienced alpinists alike the chance to learn new skills in and around home of alpine sports. Based at the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, the three day event will run from 13 – 15 June, with multiple outdoor workshops and seminars on offer for all …
Edelrid to launch world’s thinnest rope
German outdoor brand Edelrid are soon to introduce the world’s thinnest ever single climbing rope. Available in stores next month, the ultra thin triple-rated Corbie rope measures 8.6mm and weighs in at 51g/m. Features include a Dry Shield hydro and oleo-phobic finish, which Edelrid claim makes the rope resistant to moisture and dirt, and a Thermo Shield heat treatment to …
ShAFF 2014 tickets now on sale
Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Sheffield Adventure Film Festival, with more than 100 adventure sports films from award winning filmmakers set to grace the big screen. Held at the Showroom Cinema & Workstation and Sheffield Hallam University Campus, the festival will take place from 4 – 6 April with a weekend packed full of short and feature …