Despite the suggested recognition of five further 8,000m-plus peaks in Nepal by the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA) earlier this year, indecision between India and Pakistan has now seen the process put on hold. Currently recognised as the home of eight 8,000m-plus peaks, Nepal has been campaigning since 2012 to gain international recognition for five others, in the hope …
Tickets released for Kendal 2013
Tickets are now on sale for the Kendal Mountain Festival 2013, a weekend-long event featuring the latest adventure films, inspirational speakers, art exhibitions and mountain literature. Running from 14 – 17 November, this year’s festival will see outdoor talent from around the globe gather in Cumbria. US alpinist Kelly Cordes, Everest mountaineer Kenton Cool, world renowned female climbers Shauna Coxsey, …
Win a Marmot Isotherm Hoody
Marmot’s new Isotherm Hoody uses the very latest in breathable insulating technology to give a versatile and comfortable layering piece. And we have not one – but two – of these great-looking jackets to give away. Lightweight, warm and breathable, the Isotherm Hoody pairs an abrasion-resistant Pertex Quantum fabric with a super-breathable mesh lining and is stuffed with the new …
India to reduce peak fees for 2014
Climbers could soon benefit from a reduction in climbing fees on Indian peaks, as the Ministry of Tourism attempts to draw higher numbers of adventure seekers to the Indian Himalaya. Although proposals for the potential drop have been in circulation for some time, a speech given earlier this year revealed the intentions of the Indian government to reduce these fees …
Scarpa introduce new Manta Pro GTX
Scarpa have introduced the new Manta Pro GTX – a four season, B2-graded winter mountaineering boot designed for all round UK winter mountain use. Claimed to have a snugger fit and increased dexterity compared to earlier Scarpa models, the crampon compatible GTX features a Gore-Tex liner, Vibram sole with Climbing Zone, locking instep loop, Pro-Fibre XT 20 mid-sole, cut and …
Success for Fowler on Kishtwar Kailash
British mountaineer and President of the Alpine Club Mick Fowler has made the first ascent of a previously unclimbed peak in the Indian Himalaya. Accompanied by climbing partner Paul Ramsden, Fowler led a team of four to the summit of Kishtwar Kailash (6,451m), the highest peak in the Eastern Kishtwar Range, via a route on the mountain’s 1,500m south west …
Help forces heroes by trekking Vietnam in 2014
Lance Corporal Jonathon le Galloudec amazed doctors after climbing some of the world’s highest mountains just two years after being shot in the spine. Galloudec, who was critically injured during an arrest and detain operation near Basra in 2007, was told he would never walk again, but rigid determination saw him take his first steps two months later. After almost …
Montane to sponsor Iceman Polar Race
Outdoor gear manufacturers Montane have signed up to be the lead sponsor of next year’s Iceman Polar Race – a new 150km ski-mountaineering ultra event set deep in the wilderness of Arctic Greenland. Teams of three or four will take to the ice as they battle their way across the world’s largest National Park in Northern Greenland from 13 – …
Winter safety lectures announced by MCofS
The Mountaineering Council of Scotland (MCofS) will run a series of countrywide winter safety lectures next month, encouraging walkers and climbers to stay safe in the Scottish mountains this winter. Led by MCofS Mountain Safety Adviser Heather Morning, the talks aim to improve people’s awareness and knowledge of challenges brought about by winter conditions, including navigation, equipment, route choice, avalanches …
Tim Emmett announces 'The Perfect Storm' tour dates
Ice and rock extreme sports athlete Tim Emmett is to host a series of UK based presentations this autumn detailing his recent expeditions to Iceland, Pakistan and Canada. Kicking off in Edinburgh on October 28, The Perfect Storm tour will focus on the Mountain Hardware athletes’ adventures across the globe, including his recent run in with British Columbia’s Helmcken Falls, …