Worthy of a Future Cover of Alpinist
Alpinauts? Astroneers? The Cassini probe just returned this photo of Iapetus. Let’s hope we get there someday–that ridge looks awesome.
Adventures in El Chorro, Spain
Dodging trains, jumping gaps, and climbing some of the best limestone cracks in the world–the first part of an adventure series on El Chorro, the… Read More »Adventures in El Chorro, Spain
Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket: No Water, No Weight
The search for the perfect multi-season jacket is exasperating–it has to perform well in various temperatures and conditions yet pack well, weigh nothing and (most… Read More »Mountain Hardwear Typhoon Jacket: No Water, No Weight
China-Tibet Mountaineering Association Announces Everest Rules for 2008
I am just back from an official visit to Lhasa, Tibet, where I attended the celebrations of the China Tibet all 14, 8000m peaks success… Read More »China-Tibet Mountaineering Association Announces Everest Rules for 2008
Dean Potter: Anti-Climber
As many of us learned in high school, reputations are in large part defined by the company we keep. I am dismayed that in Issue… Read More »Dean Potter: Anti-Climber
The Sublimation Experiment: Part II
This action-packed skiing clip highlights extreme descents across North America. See the longer version for more about how this film integrates lifestyle and stewardship.