There's No Climbing Without Route Setters, And They're On Strike | DefectorTouchstone Climbing faces labor disputes as route setters push for better conditions amid company expansion and rising membership costs.
How Movement Grew Into the Largest Climbing Gym Network | EntrepreneurClimbing's popularity is rapidly increasing, driven by significant leaders and the growth of facilities.
18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest MountainsNima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
Remains found of climber Sandy Irvine who may have summited Everest decades before Edmund HillaryThe discovery of Sandy Irvine's remains raises questions about the timeline of his and Mallory's Everest expedition.
If we don't get off this mountain I don't think I can do another night': climber Fay Manners on surviving the oddsManners and Dvorak's climbing attempt on Chaukhamba III ended abruptly due to losing critical gear in a rockfall, forcing them to prioritize survival.
Mountaineer Chris Bonington: I've come very close to death so many times, it's difficult to pick the closest'Chris Bonington, a legendary mountaineer, reflects on his life, passions, and enduring love, emphasizing happiness in climbing and the impact of loss.
18-Year-Old Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest MountainsNima Rinji Sherpa became the youngest climber to summit all 14 mountains over 8,000 meters, honoring his late mentor's memory in the process.
Remains found of climber Sandy Irvine who may have summited Everest decades before Edmund HillaryThe discovery of Sandy Irvine's remains raises questions about the timeline of his and Mallory's Everest expedition.
If we don't get off this mountain I don't think I can do another night': climber Fay Manners on surviving the oddsManners and Dvorak's climbing attempt on Chaukhamba III ended abruptly due to losing critical gear in a rockfall, forcing them to prioritize survival.
Mountaineer Chris Bonington: I've come very close to death so many times, it's difficult to pick the closest'Chris Bonington, a legendary mountaineer, reflects on his life, passions, and enduring love, emphasizing happiness in climbing and the impact of loss.
Romain Gregoire wins Faun Ardeche Classic in chaotic finish as riders take a wrong turn in the finalRomain Grégoire won the Faun Ardèche Classic by outsmarting rivals in a chaotic sprint finish after a strong day of racing.
UAE Tour: Tadej Pogacar dominates Jebel Hafeet to seal overall victoryTadej Pogačar secured his third UAE Tour title with a dominant performance at Jebel Hafeet.
Volta a Catalunya 2025 routeThe Volta a Catalunya features a challenging mix of climbs and sprints across its stages, testing both climbers and sprinters.
Paris-Nice stage 5 Live - A rolling day with a steep uphill finishHilly terrain and breakaway potential characterize stage five of the race, with challenging climbs determining the outcome.
E3 Saxo Classic 2025 routeThe 2025 E3 Saxo Classic route covers 208.6 km with 17 climbs and challenging cobblestone roads.
'Descending is road cycling's last mystique' - Safa Brian on keeping up with the pros and embracing cycling's raw beautySafa Brian highlights the importance of peace and raw beauty in cycling, transitioning from a fast-paced urban lifestyle to enjoying climbing in nature.
Romain Gregoire wins Faun Ardeche Classic in chaotic finish as riders take a wrong turn in the finalRomain Grégoire won the Faun Ardèche Classic by outsmarting rivals in a chaotic sprint finish after a strong day of racing.
UAE Tour: Tadej Pogacar dominates Jebel Hafeet to seal overall victoryTadej Pogačar secured his third UAE Tour title with a dominant performance at Jebel Hafeet.
Volta a Catalunya 2025 routeThe Volta a Catalunya features a challenging mix of climbs and sprints across its stages, testing both climbers and sprinters.
Paris-Nice stage 5 Live - A rolling day with a steep uphill finishHilly terrain and breakaway potential characterize stage five of the race, with challenging climbs determining the outcome.
E3 Saxo Classic 2025 routeThe 2025 E3 Saxo Classic route covers 208.6 km with 17 climbs and challenging cobblestone roads.
'Descending is road cycling's last mystique' - Safa Brian on keeping up with the pros and embracing cycling's raw beautySafa Brian highlights the importance of peace and raw beauty in cycling, transitioning from a fast-paced urban lifestyle to enjoying climbing in nature.
How realistic are Zwift's climbs? We've compared virtual mountains to the real thingZwift provides a platform for indoor cyclists to experience virtual climbs mimicking real-world terrains, allowing for competitive training at home.
'My red zone was a little higher than I thought' - Tom Pidcock regrets another second place at Tirreno-AdriaticoTom Pidcock showcased strong climbing but fell short of winning, expressing frustration over his performance despite earning the purple points jersey.
How realistic are Zwift's climbs? We've compared virtual mountains to the real thingZwift provides a platform for indoor cyclists to experience virtual climbs mimicking real-world terrains, allowing for competitive training at home.
'My red zone was a little higher than I thought' - Tom Pidcock regrets another second place at Tirreno-AdriaticoTom Pidcock showcased strong climbing but fell short of winning, expressing frustration over his performance despite earning the purple points jersey.
15-year-old climber gets stuck in rocky crevice for hours as family tries to help in CAA 15-year-old climber was rescued after becoming trapped in a crevice for six hours in California.
California woman falls, dies while climbing famed red rock formationsA woman fell to her death while climbing in Red Rock Canyon due to human error, prompting a rescue response and deeply impacting other climbers.
15-year-old climber gets stuck in rocky crevice for hours as family tries to help in CAA 15-year-old climber was rescued after becoming trapped in a crevice for six hours in California.
California woman falls, dies while climbing famed red rock formationsA woman fell to her death while climbing in Red Rock Canyon due to human error, prompting a rescue response and deeply impacting other climbers.
Bouldering equipment for beginners: the gear you need to crush it at the climbing wall and the stuff you don'tBouldering is thriving in the UK, with climbing shoes essential for beginners and budget-friendly options available.
Video. Austrian team sets record at top of Swiss Verzasca damSwiss climbers excelled in the Red Bull Dual Ascent, showcasing skillful performances despite challenging conditions.
Bouldering equipment for beginners: the gear you need to crush it at the climbing wall and the stuff you don'tBouldering is thriving in the UK, with climbing shoes essential for beginners and budget-friendly options available.
Video. Austrian team sets record at top of Swiss Verzasca damSwiss climbers excelled in the Red Bull Dual Ascent, showcasing skillful performances despite challenging conditions.
An Oakland Dance Troupe Brings Vertical Choreography to BroadwayAmelia Rudolph's vision led to Bandaloop, merging dance with climbing to perform on vertical surfaces, celebrating nature's power and vulnerability.
"I Survived A Grizzly Bear": This Man's Story Has My Heart Pounding Through My ChestThe author emphasizes gratitude for life's experiences, especially in nature, motivated by personal loss and a desire to cherish every moment.
An Oakland Dance Troupe Brings Vertical Choreography to BroadwayAmelia Rudolph's vision led to Bandaloop, merging dance with climbing to perform on vertical surfaces, celebrating nature's power and vulnerability.
"I Survived A Grizzly Bear": This Man's Story Has My Heart Pounding Through My ChestThe author emphasizes gratitude for life's experiences, especially in nature, motivated by personal loss and a desire to cherish every moment.
8 Destinations with Digital Nomad Visas for ClimbersThe Outside+ app facilitates access for digital nomads and climbers to pursue their passions while living affordably worldwide.
Fees to climb Everest are about to get a lot more expensive. One veteran says that won't keep people off the mountain.Nepal is increasing Mount Everest climbing permit fees by 36%, but experts believe this will not deter climbers.
8 Destinations with Digital Nomad Visas for ClimbersThe Outside+ app facilitates access for digital nomads and climbers to pursue their passions while living affordably worldwide.
Fees to climb Everest are about to get a lot more expensive. One veteran says that won't keep people off the mountain.Nepal is increasing Mount Everest climbing permit fees by 36%, but experts believe this will not deter climbers.
I Hiked All 19,341 Feet Up Mount Kilimanjaro - Here's What It's LikeClimbing Mount Kilimanjaro offers a unique experience of traversing five ecological zones, each with distinct features and challenges.
Bloody fingers with pink nails': how Sasha DiGiulian broke climbing's glass ceilingSasha DiGiulian became the first woman to climb a 5.14b big wall, breaking significant barriers in the sport.
Four wealthy clients to attempt Everest with the help of xenon gasHigh-altitude tourists are seeking expedited experiences like climbing Everest within a week, leading to controversial methods such as inhaling xenon gas.
Nepal increases permit fee for Mount Everest climbers by 36%Nepal increases Mount Everest permit fees by 36%, marking the first change in a decade.
Four wealthy clients to attempt Everest with the help of xenon gasHigh-altitude tourists are seeking expedited experiences like climbing Everest within a week, leading to controversial methods such as inhaling xenon gas.
Nepal increases permit fee for Mount Everest climbers by 36%Nepal increases Mount Everest permit fees by 36%, marking the first change in a decade.
Adventurer Cory Richards on His New Book and Finding Purpose | EntrepreneurCory Richards emphasizes the importance of pushing personal limits while confronting mental health challenges through his memoir.
How Do You Win When You Compete With Yourself? | DefectorFinding a balance between mental health and physical fitness is complex, especially during injury.Mental resilience in sports is vital for recovery and facing challenges.
Adventurer Cory Richards on His New Book and Finding Purpose | EntrepreneurCory Richards emphasizes the importance of pushing personal limits while confronting mental health challenges through his memoir.
How Do You Win When You Compete With Yourself? | DefectorFinding a balance between mental health and physical fitness is complex, especially during injury.Mental resilience in sports is vital for recovery and facing challenges.
playful clothes rack by junho kang employs varying rock climbing gripsJunho Kang's Grip Hanger transforms everyday clothing storage by integrating sports climbing forms and functionality, enhancing usability and interaction.
Boot Found at Everest Could Be From Climber Who Vanished 100 Years AgoA boot found on Mount Everest could connect to the mystery of climber Andrew Comyn Irvine's disappearance in 1924.
Why climbing Mount Everest is so expensiveClimbing Mount Everest attracts adventurers due to its allure, but poses significant risks, especially highlighted in 2023, the deadliest season on record.
The Greenwich Instagram-worthy experience at the UK's highest snow globeThe Up at The O2 snow globe experience combines fitness with stunning views, creating a unique festive activity until January 5.
Boot Found at Everest Could Be From Climber Who Vanished 100 Years AgoA boot found on Mount Everest could connect to the mystery of climber Andrew Comyn Irvine's disappearance in 1924.
Why climbing Mount Everest is so expensiveClimbing Mount Everest attracts adventurers due to its allure, but poses significant risks, especially highlighted in 2023, the deadliest season on record.
The Greenwich Instagram-worthy experience at the UK's highest snow globeThe Up at The O2 snow globe experience combines fitness with stunning views, creating a unique festive activity until January 5.
We can be heroes: the inspiring people we met around the world in 2024 part oneCecilia Llusco represents Indigenous women's strength in climbing, overcoming discrimination while embracing cultural identity.
At age 21, climber Tommy Caldwell pushed his kidnapper off a cliff. Here's what he learned from the experience.Tommy Caldwell's experiences as a climber equipped him to handle high-stress situations, including a harrowing kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan.
Climber Tommy Caldwell shares 3 tips on bouncing back after a long injury - from adding protein to cross-trainingTommy Caldwell's two-year recovery from an Achilles tendon injury showcases resilience and the importance of adaptation in facing athletic setbacks.
We can be heroes: the inspiring people we met around the world in 2024 part oneCecilia Llusco represents Indigenous women's strength in climbing, overcoming discrimination while embracing cultural identity.
At age 21, climber Tommy Caldwell pushed his kidnapper off a cliff. Here's what he learned from the experience.Tommy Caldwell's experiences as a climber equipped him to handle high-stress situations, including a harrowing kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan.
Climber Tommy Caldwell shares 3 tips on bouncing back after a long injury - from adding protein to cross-trainingTommy Caldwell's two-year recovery from an Achilles tendon injury showcases resilience and the importance of adaptation in facing athletic setbacks.
Weather hampers search for a Californian and 2 other climbers missing on New Zealand's highest peakSearch and rescue efforts for three missing climbers on Aoraki stalled due to severe weather conditions, raising grave concerns about their safety.
Hunt is on to find 2 Americans, 1 Canadian who disappeared scaling New Zealand's tallest mountainThree climbers reported missing while attempting to summit Aoraki Mt Cook in New Zealand, search efforts hampered by adverse weather conditions.
Weather hampers search for a Californian and 2 other climbers missing on New Zealand's highest peakSearch and rescue efforts for three missing climbers on Aoraki stalled due to severe weather conditions, raising grave concerns about their safety.
Hunt is on to find 2 Americans, 1 Canadian who disappeared scaling New Zealand's tallest mountainThree climbers reported missing while attempting to summit Aoraki Mt Cook in New Zealand, search efforts hampered by adverse weather conditions.
Three climbers from the US and Canada missing on New Zealand's highest mountainSearch teams found equipment belonging to three climbers missing on Mount Cook, but bad weather is delaying further rescue efforts.
EXCLUSIVE: World-renowned Bay Area climbing instructor pleads not guilty to sex assault of 3 womenA prominent climbing instructor has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault after befriending victims in climbing environments.
It has been a year since I felt joy': Paul Sagar on coming to terms with the climbing accident that paralysed himPaul Sagar, a political theorist, became tetraplegic after a climbing accident but continues to chart his recovery journey.
Women's Tour Down Under 2025 routeThe Women's Tour Down Under, a key event in the Women's WorldTour, features challenging stages with significant climbs and is scheduled from January 17-19.
Two climbers rescued after 3 days stranded on Himalayan peak DW 10/07/2024Climbers were trapped for three days after a rockslide in the Himalayas, losing virtually all their gear before being rescued after an 80-hour operation.
Climbers Are Rescued After Three Nights at 20,000 FeetRescue of climbers stranded at 20,000 feet highlights teamwork and challenges in extreme conditions.
Watch: The climbing duo scaling heights and uplifting spirits in FranceAmassa Climb transforms lives of vulnerable individuals through climbing, fostering confidence and personal growth.The programme promotes social integration and resilience while helping participants overcome personal challenges.
Climb, fall, learn, repeat in defence of monkey bars | CBC NewsPlaygrounds are vital for childhood development, allowing children to explore and build confidence through climbing, an instinctual behavior rooted in our primate evolution.
4 Climbers Are Found Dead on Mont Blanc in the French AlpsFour climbers found dead on Mont Blanc due to exhaustion; they attempted the climb without guides and suffered from adverse weather conditions.
Weekday Diversions #18: Climbing, Paralympics, and MTBWhile biking remains central, there's a celebration of diverse sports activities and personal recovery journeys expressed through climbing, running, and gaming.
Olympic champion Toby Roberts' example is sending young people up the wallToby Roberts' Olympic gold has sparked a surge of interest in climbing among children and young climbers in the UK.
Olympian Toby Roberts Is Sparking Interest in Climbing in the U.K.Toby Roberts' Olympic success is driving increased interest in climbing among youth in the U.K., particularly after his gold medal win.
Olympic champion Toby Roberts' example is sending young people up the wallToby Roberts' Olympic gold has sparked a surge of interest in climbing among children and young climbers in the UK.
Olympian Toby Roberts Is Sparking Interest in Climbing in the U.K.Toby Roberts' Olympic success is driving increased interest in climbing among youth in the U.K., particularly after his gold medal win.
The North Face will put climbers to the test at its Climb Festival in Brooklyn | amNewYorkThe North Face Climb Festival in NYC is free, offering climbing competitions and cultural discussions.
Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa review a female Everest climber's ascentThe documentary captures the incredible journey and struggles of Lhakpa Sherpa, the only woman to summit Mount Everest 10 times.
Rescuers in Nepal Retrieve the Bodies of an American Climber and Her GuideRescuers retrieved bodies of climbers lost on Mount Shishapangma after an avalanche during a record-setting attempt.
Reynolds Spin Up 3 Levels of Ultralight 25mm Deep Road Wheels from 1252g & from $1450Reynolds introduces 25mm deep ultralight carbon road bike wheelsets for climbing faster.
Robbi Mecus, Who Helped Foster L.G.B.T.Q. Climbing Community, Dies at 52Robbi Mecus, a prominent figure in the L.G.B.T.Q. climbing community and experienced forest ranger, tragically passed away in a climbing accident at Denali National Park in Alaska.
Selfridges has unveiled a massive 40ft climbing columnSelfridges unveiled a 40ft climbing column outside its store for public use during the summer season.