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Brian Kennedy and Jack Beard died in a fall July 22, following a likely first ascent of a remote spire.
Hidden deep in the Tuscan countryside, La Foce is the former home of acclaimed biographer Iris Origo. Today, visitors can rent private houses on the expansive estate — which they may recognize from Succession.
The world’s second highest peak remains much more difficult and dangerous than Everest, but it’s rapidly commercializing.
Guides and rescue personnel are trying to understand the disasters that occurred on volcanic peaks Carihuairazo, Cayambe, and Illiniza Sur over the weekend
New Zealand student Anna Parsons has broken nearly every bone in her body following a trad fall on Snake Dike (5.7 R).
A wild experience under the Tuscan sun, featuring fine wines, ritzy villas, a bout of COVID, and poolside potbellies.
Zofia Reych’s work spans the full gamut of climbing’s history and manifold disciplines, blended with engrossing anecdotes from their own climbing story.
Flyers from across the western United States, and even Mexico, came together to break the state record on July 31. Now, the group hopes to go for the world record.
The world’s highest mountain is a sought-after prize, though rampant commercialization has significantly changed the climbing experience.
Mountains with moto-friendly approaches, all doable without climbing experience.
Catalan climber Edu Marín made the second free ascent of the legendary Nameless Tower route Eternal Flame (VI 7c+/5.13a 2,100 feet) on July 20, supported by his brother and 70-year-old father.
The American is a pioneering mixed and alpine climber, and one of the best female free soloists of all time.
The Canadian climber was largely unknown for much of his short life, but was among the most bold, talented, and prolific solo alpinists of his generation.
Salamanders in the California redwoods regularly “skydive” off tree canopies. When placed into a mini wind tunnel, they flew just like human skydivers.
Wes Schweitzer, a seven-year NFL offensive guard, began rock climbing five years into his professional career. He believes it’s had a remarkable effect.
Renting and riding a motorcycle in foreign countries will make you a more versatile rider … and it’s always a kick-ass time.
Canopy piloting is one of two air sports offered at the World Games. Two American flyers spoke to the FAI ahead of the competition this week.
An avalanche of rock, snow, and ice catapulted down the slope at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour. In addition to the seven dead and five missing, eight climbers were injured.
