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Petzl launches an in depth study with equipment users: participate and provide your measurements!

Petzl launches an in depth study with equipment users: participate and provide your measurements!

Petzl is conducting a study in order to better adapt its products to different user body types. If you use harnesses, helmets, or head lamps, we cordially invite you to participate in this study. The results will contribute to new product development.

15/05/2013 - In the field - Caving - Sport climbing - Trail running Read more

Sam Beaugey in Antarctica: a "Train kite" expedition!

Sam Beaugey in Antarctica: a "Train kite" expedition!

This winter, Sam Beaugey and his friend François traveled to the “white continent” to attempt rock and mixed climbing first ascents on never-before-climbed summits. They completed an entirely self-sufficient 12-day traverse of the Holtanna Range via "train kite." An ingenious combination of skis and sleds propelled by kite!
Sam and François were kind enough to share a trip report of their recent adventure…

13/05/2013 - In the field - Mountaineering Read more

Nick Duttle on "I, Me, Mine"

Nick Duttle on "I, Me, Mine"

Nick Duttle on I, Me, Mine (5.14d/9a). Austin, Texas. Photo: © Merrick Ales

07/05/2013 - In the field - Sport climbing Read more

VIDEO - Rockin' Cuba, the latest movie from Baraka Flims

VIDEO - Rockin' Cuba, the latest movie from Baraka Flims

Striking a subtle balance between a musical and a pure sport climbing movie, Baraka Films provides us with its latest gem, the fruit of many years of labor. The movie leaves no detail to chance; everything fits smoothly and seamlessly together. The movie's musicians accompany the climbers in an intricate dance that pushes the genre of musical films to new heights.

24/04/2013 - In the field - Sport climbing - Videos Read more

Mountaineering and steep skiing: Liv Sansoz skis Chamonix's Aiguille Verte (France)

Mountaineering and steep skiing: Liv Sansoz skis Chamonix's Aiguille Verte (France)

As a Chamonix resident, Team Petzl member Liv Sansoz takes full advantage of the valley's dynamic atmosphere for a skillful mix of climbing, mountaineering, skiing, paragliding and BASE jumping adventures. As February 2013 came to a close, snow conditions were perfect; the forecast was for blue skies and warmer weather due to a temperature inversion. Reports confirmed that the Whymper couloir was completely filled in and skiable without needing to rappel.

11/04/2013 - In the field - Mountaineering Read more

VIDEO - Kilian Jornet - Summits of my Life

VIDEO - Kilian Jornet - Summits of my Life

Kilian Jornet is superhuman. Some even call him an "ultra-human". He has won all of the major international trail running, ultra-trail, and ski-mountaineering competitions, and as of now plans to focus his time on a more personal project that combines the mountains, the great outdoors, and running.

02/04/2013 - In the field - Trail running Read more

Beth Rodden on moderate Spanish sport crags

Beth Rodden on moderate Spanish sport crags

While most climbers know by now that Spanish crags like Santa Linya and Oliana are sport climbing paradises for top-tier pros, I recently spent a month climbing in Spain and was pleasantly surprised to learn that there are many excellent crags that offer grades for every level of climber.

28/03/2013 - In the field - Sport climbing Read more

Alli Rainey blogs on her Great Alaskan (indoor) Climbing Adventure

Alli Rainey blogs on her Great Alaskan (indoor) Climbing Adventure

Denali. At 20,320 feet, it's North America’s tallest peak. Many climbers dream of summiting this impressive Alaskan mountain. Alas, not this climber.

21/03/2013 - In the field - Sport climbing Read more

Monster ice climbs in Norway with Philippe Batoux

Monster ice climbs in Norway with Philippe Batoux

Almost every year, Philippe Batoux goes to Norway to climb on giant ice-falls. With his team-mates, they are hunting for the rare ice-falls starting at sea level in the fjords. Here is the story of his last trip.

20/03/2013 - In the field - Ice climbing - Mountaineering Read more

Celebrating the 10th annual Moab screening of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

Celebrating the 10th annual Moab screening of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

This year marked the 10th annual screening of the Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour in Moab, Utah. The small desert town, located between Canyonlands National Park and Arches National Park in beautiful red rock country, is a popular stop on the international film tour, which highlights the adventure of climbing, mountain expeditions, remote cultures, and the world's last great wild places.

18/03/2013 - In the field - Multi-pitch climbing Read more