Sweetspots #16: Climbing in Yangshuo, China
French climbers Axel Ballay and Michael Fuselier climb new routes on the limestone pillars of Yangshuo, Southern China.
C.A.M.P. Carbon Fiber Avalanche Probe: Featherweight
Though marketed for “competitive ski mountaineering,” and complying with the minimum requirements of the International Ski Mountaineering Federation, I have a feeling that its featherweight design will attract more than lycra-clad rando racers. Who wouldn’t want to shave a few more ounces from their packs?
Solo, Part II: Silvia Vidal
Last week, Alex Honnold opened the Solo Series with his take on free soloing. This week, Silvia Vidal shares her thoughts on aid soloing big walls.
Challenging the Speed Record on El Capitan
Doesn’t climbing just to beat someone else defeat the purpose?
