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"White darkness. We are imprisoned here by the weather."

How Kānaka Climbers is encouraging ethical outdoor recreation in the state.

And #50 was the most special of all: his hardest climb to date, and a first ascent to boot.

Seven times up El Cap is the lucky number for Squamish big wall climber

The rules are simple; we have one weekend (64 hours) to complete each objective. The clock to Beat Monday starts at 5PM on Friday, and ends at 9AM on Monday.

The comment period for the Eldorado Canyon State Park draft management plan closes on May 25.

It was always a daydream. If the perfect series of events happened, maybe, just maybe this canyon would produce ice flows.

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“It’s cool doing an older route that doesn’t get climbed. That’s part of the appeal.”

The 18-year-old Sterkenburg will represent South Africa in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics alongside teammate Chris Cosser.

Goris, who climbed 5.14 trad earlier this year, sent the legendary 35-pitch route in a mere five days.

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On May 10, 1996, an unexpected storm engulfed the summit of Mt. Everest, killing eight climbers. At the time, it was the deadliest disaster in the mountain's history. Twenty-five years later, scientists and the mountaineering community are still taking steps toward safer expeditions. But with the climate crisis taking its own toll on the mountain, climbing the world's highest peak may become more dangerous than ever.

Starting on May 21, wilderness permits will be required for all those who climb overnight in the Park. We talked with the park's Climbing Rangers and the American Alpine Club to learn more.

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Birth control pills contain estrogen, and this affects tendons and ligaments, which complicates the simple conclusion that hormonal contraceptives are bad for athletes.

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Climbing gyms were particularly hard hit by Covid-19. Rock City didn't make it.

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Despite the official party line from the Nepal government, Covid appears to be tearing through Everest Base Camp.

Seattle’s Vertical World climbing gym is fighting a $1,000,000 lawsuit brought by an injured gym member, who allegedly fell off an auto-belay route after failing to fully clip in.

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On April 11, 2021, 31-year-old climber Josh Ourada fell approximately 150 to 200 feet while free soloing Nutcracker, on the Manure Pile Buttress, Yosemite. Climbing magazine caught up with Ourada in a phone call to find out more details about the accident and to learn how his recovery is going.

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The glory of climbing Mount Everest may last a lifetime, but the chemicals left behind will remain forever. The downstream effects will impact humans and the environment for centuries.

The Catalyst Grant looks to inspire, promote, and celebrate diversity and inclusion within the climbing community. This grant supports all climbing disciplines including bouldering, sport, trad, alpine, mountain running, ski mountaineering, peak bagging, or any other climbing endeavor.

A new industry-wide shoe drive is helping to reduce waste and fight poverty around the world.

Longtime Everest chronicler Alan Arnette looks at how much it actually costs to climb Mount Everest, whether you do it on a "shoestring" budget or book the swankiest expedition out there. From the costs of travel to food to supplies to guides, it's all broken down here!

And Pasang Lhamu Sherpa Akita and Dawa Yangzum Sherpa became the first two Nepali women to climb Annapurna without using supplementary oxygen.

"In terms of mental effort and physical effort, this is a way harder day than El Cap. That’s harder climbing, but I think overall with this link-up, it’s more vertical feet of climbing, probably more sustained climbing, and way more mileage."

The climber who bolted three rock climbs on top of and near ancient Native American petroglyphs told Climbing magazine that he regretted his mistake and any harm he may have caused.

Rogora has rapidly established herself as one of the best climbers in the world, inside and outside.

When Darrin Reay found three sport lines had been bolted over ancient rock art in Moab last weekend, he promptly removed the bolts. Climbing magazine reached out to chat with Reay about the incident.

This climbing season in Patagonia has been one of the most unique in several decades.

Climb United is a new initiative centered around convening climbers, climbing organizations, and industry brands to transform the culture around inclusivity.

Alex Honnold and Fitz Cahall unearth climbing's history and culture.

Climbers are keenly aware how easily land access can be lost, perhaps open climbing information should not be taken for granted either.

"I told myself, 'If you want to be able to adapt to these moves and get strong enough to do this thing, you're going to have to have complete obsession over it."

Air Zermatt is the world’s best aerial search and rescue team, made up of people dedicated to saving the lives of those who take on the Matterhorn. Follow them as they brave the perils of the Swiss Mountain, bringing aid to those who need it most. Premiers tomorrow, April 8, at 10 pm EST on Outside TV+.

On March 27, the 23-year-old French climber Nico Pelorson did the second ascent Soudain Seul (aka The Big Island Sit), Simon Lorenzi’s proposed V17 in Font, suggesting a slight downgrade to V16.

Tierrany is the Yosemite National Park's first boulder problem to be graded V14—though it may not be the first V14.

Martina Demmel is a talented young climber to keep an eye on.

Rockfall has destroyed a bridge and the water supply line that feeds 70% of the park.

Ten years later, Alex Johnson Sends The Swarm

"It’s all just a game people... and I play the game," Daniel Woods wrote in announcing the new problem, one of just a handful of proposed V17s in the world. "The game is how comfortable can you become with your own insanity.”

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Donald J. Trump announced plans to launch chain of Trump Tower indoor climbing gyms.

Yosemite National Park has announced plans to set up an extensive network of auto belays on the iconic big wall, beginning with a series of auto belays protecting the Nose.

The plan was pushed through despite opposition from by several members on the board of the Dulton Chamber of Commerce.

The race is now on to see who will get the first ascent of the changed crack.

Witnesses say the routes have been altered beyond repair.

Bachendri Pal, the first Indian woman to summit Everest, will lead a Women's Trans Himalayan Expedition.

A clash between coed climbers and religious locals at a crag in Isfahan province in Iran led to a ban against women climbing there.

Bosi made the first ascent of a new route in Siurana called King Capella. While the 9b+ grade will need to be confirmed, the young climber's other nails-hard redpoints would suggest the grade will stick.

Maciek Ciesielski, Kacper Tekieli and Piotr Sułowski have completed one of the most notorious alpine linkups in Poland in a 43-hour winter blitz.

Guggenhell is over 50 meters long. The first part is a severely steep roof with powerful sequences, the most difficult revolving around two mono pockets—a style in which Iker Pou is among the best in the world.

While standard chalk was already banned in the park, Garden of the Gods has gone a step further and outlawed the use of any chalk substitute.

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A personal best of 5.14d, and a 5.14b and a 5.14a/b to boot? Dru Mack having a day!

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Last year, at age 50, the unstoppable Tom Herbert lapped El Cap twice in a day. This year he re-sent Midnight Lighting... then he lapped that too.

Pioneering bouldering gym brand expands network

The 52 year old Italian has made history by free soloing one of the most difficult pitches to date.

The duo climbed a new route, christened La Chaltenense last Wednesday on Cerro Chaltén (Fitz Roy) in Argentine Patagonia.

The show will be co-hosted by legendary climber Alex Honnold and legendary outdoor podcaster Fitz Cahall.

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Mammut will also be donating to TranSending 7 as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting inclusivity in the outdoors

High-altitude workers have long been subject to hazardous work conditions and practices. With their new Mountain Worker Initiative, the UIAA hopes to help the situation.

One inspired the world, one is in danger of being forgotten, and one disappeared.

A nonprofit group called the Sagarmatha Next Centre is collecting waste and litter from the world’s tallest peak and turning it into an art project

The transfer of Oak Flat would have resulted in the destruction of this sacred site and the largest-ever loss of climbing on America’s public lands.

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Four French climbers summited a new 1,000-meter line christened BASE (M8+, 7a)

The new digital and print publication is essential reading for anyone who wants a behind-the-scenes look at the outdoor industry.

The French preteen became the youngest to send the grade last year. He has now completed a trifecta, with Super Samson (8c/5.14b).