Wild Country VC Pro Belay Device: Smooth, Secure, Simple
I’ve burned through a number of different belay devices, as my climbing obsession (and job) lead to unremitting use of these tools from March to… Read More »Wild Country VC Pro Belay Device: Smooth, Secure, Simple
Sunlinq 12Watt 12V Portable Power Pack: A Lightweight, Foldable Solar Charger
Guided clients demand a higher level of safety and preparation than you might find in a recreational group. Part of being safe is keeping your… Read More »Sunlinq 12Watt 12V Portable Power Pack: A Lightweight, Foldable Solar Charger
A Tribute to Bob Bates
Alpinist’s tribute to Robert Hicks Bates, 96, relentless first ascensionist, member of the “Harvard Five,” former president of the American Alpine Club, honorary member of… Read More »A Tribute to Bob Bates
Shingu Charpa East Face Route Photos
The Russian Team that climbed Shingu Charpa’s east face sends these photographs and topos of the route.
Exclusive: The Escape from Alcatraz
Rich Purnell makes the first ascent of the disputed M14 endurance climb, Alcatraz. An Alpinist TV exclusive.
Black Diamond nForce Ascenders: The Heavy-Duty Choice
The newly designed Black Diamond nForce ascenders were a crucial piece of gear for my main climbing project this summer. Using static and dynamic fixed… Read More »Black Diamond nForce Ascenders: The Heavy-Duty Choice