Ice Climbing Season 2012: program, tips and information

Ice Climbing Season 2012: program, tips and information

 As winter is finally settling in Europe and other parts of the northern hemisphere, the first icicles start to appear, and the call of ice climbing can be heard. If the cold weather stays, it should not be long before the waterfalls turn solid and the first ice climbers show up. Numerous events are organized around the world and these are valuable occasions to test equipment, train, learn techniques, share information and meet with other ice climbers. Ice climbing is a serious endeavor and requires all the skills and precautions of mountaineering.
22/12/2011  - In the field Read more
Tech Tips for Saint Nick

Tech Tips for Saint Nick

 Santa's job isn't without its risks. Just imagine working under serious time pressure, moving around on snowy roofs in the dark... In Florida, "Santa Claus" was getting ready for the upcoming Christmas work rush and brushing up on his rappelling technique at a local shopping mall. But the exercise didn't go exactly as planned. Instead, this poor "Santa" got his beard caught in the descender. We still don't know if he ever made it down..
14/12/2011  - News Read more

Stars Shining at Kendal

   As a kid, in fact even as an adult, I looked up to the stars
of the climbing world. Then slowly, as you meet them you realise they are
actually normal people. It’s almost a surprise! Ben Moon is Human!
23/11/2011  - In the field Read more
Kendal Mountain Festival 2011 - to the Summit

Kendal Mountain Festival 2011 - to the Summit

  By bringing 8500 people together The Kendal Mountain Festival in Cumbria reaches the summit of annual mountain sport events. During four days the passionate crew of about 200 volunteers served on a silver plate great moments of exchange with the men and women that inspire the outdoor community with their life.     
22/11/2011  - In the field Read more

TRIPS AFTER SLOVENIA's PART

 Long time ago that I didn't put my ass on the chair to write something. I admit to be a lazy man, even thought I enjoyed my time in many places like Spain, Font, China and right now in USA.
10/11/2011  - In the field Read more
Has your SCORPIO via ferrata lanyard been inspected following the May 2011 recall procedure?

Has your SCORPIO via ferrata lanyard been inspected following the May 2011 recall procedure?

 Lanyards actually sold in shops are not affected by this recall.
10/11/2011  - Product news  - Via ferrata Read more
Emily Harrington on RocTrip China

Emily Harrington on RocTrip China

 We are all back home now after the Petzl Roc Trip in the Getu Valley.  There’s a lot to say about our experiences there. Almost too many overwhelming thoughts, memories, and emotions come to mind simultaneously, and it's proving difficult to form it all into a cohesive story. One thing’s for sure, however: we went on an adventure I doubt any of us will forget.
09/11/2011  - In the field Read more
VIDEO - Petzl RocTrip China, the trailer

VIDEO - Petzl RocTrip China, the trailer

 Here is the first video from the 2011 Petzl RocTrip China, which took place in Getu, China at the end of October. This short 3 minute film is a sample of the climbing that took place during the event. We'll release a longer version (around 20 minutes) in Spring 2012.
 
04/11/2011  - In the field Read more

Lost In Translation

 Dani completing his project
30/10/2011  - In the field Read more
Petzl RocTrip China : Where there's a will (and strong arms), there's a way

Petzl RocTrip China : Where there's a will (and strong arms), there's a way

 In the early hours of Sunday, October 30, one of the greatest Petzl RocTrips ever came to an end. Here in the Getu valley, the last few days have witnessed the very best of rock climbing, community sharing and entertainment. Yesterday at the great Arch, above the eyes of hundreds of spectators, Dani "La Machina" Andrada sent all the pitches of his huge project, "Corazon de Ensueno". To complete this feat he was belayed all the way by Chris Sharma.  
30/10/2011  - In the field Read more
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