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Red Bull X-Alps 2025: Starting signal for the toughest adventure race in the world

Today, the prologue to the twelfth edition of the Red Bull X-Alps takes place in Kitzbühel. 32 men and one woman face the ultimate challenge for...
Climbing

Mountaineering and paragliding | Information, risks, equipment tips

More and more mountaineers, alpinists, and climbers are taking up paragliding because combining the two worlds opens up entirely new horizons. In this article, we summarize what you need to know about paragliding, the risks associated with the sport, how to develop the necessary know-how for safe flights, and which equipment is best suited for your future mountain adventures.
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Ultralight climbing harness tested: Petzl Whisper

If I'm honest, I was immediately impressed with the Whisper climbing harness the first time I put it on. The feeling? Almost as if I wasn't wearing a harness at all. For me, as someone who often hikes in the Alps, every gram counts – and at just 170 g (size M), this harness has really impressed me on long alpine tours.
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A tribute to the red dot revolution

Kurt Albert was not only an outstanding mountaineer, but also a pioneer of the free climbing movement. With his groundbreaking idea of ​​the redpoint in 1975, he shaped a worldwide climbing philosophy that revolutionized the sport. Hanwag is dedicating a new shoe collection to Kurt Albert and the redpoint idea.
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Ultralight mountaineering boot for technical mountaineering | Trango Pro GTX in the test

This autumn, La Sportiva is launching the Trango Pro GTX, the new flagship of the Trango product range. The ultra-light, 640-gram high-end mountaineering boot is designed for demanding...
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Gift ideas for climbers, boulderers & outdoor athletes 2024/2025

Whether for a birthday or Christmas: We have put together 17 gift ideas for climbers, boulderers and outdoor athletes.
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Ultralight ski touring boot Kilo from La Sportiva in the test

With the "Kilo" model, mountain sports equipment manufacturer La Sportiva has developed a super-light ski touring shoe, where the name says it all: Its low weight of 1000 grams per shoe is ideal for long tours, and its clever construction makes steep ascents and safe descents possible. We tested the high-end shoe in spring on a round trip to the Tüfelsjoch.
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Anja Blacha climbs her tenth eight-thousander

Anja Blacha is one of the most active German mountaineers. On October 5th she stood on the summit of Cho Oyu, making her tenth...
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Barryvox S2 from Mammut sets new standards | Avalanche transceiver

With the Barryvox S2, Mammut is launching a new avalanche victim search device that has it all: It combines intuitive operation with advanced search support and thus sets new standards...
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Nicolas Hojac: «Samaya tents are absolutely waterproof and yet breathable»

The Swiss professional mountaineer Nicolas Hojac relies on the products not only on his expeditions in the Himalayas, but also on his speed climbs in the Alps...
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World first: Beal launches 100% recycled climbing ropes Sunrise and Sunup

With Sunrise and Sunup, Beal is launching the first climbing ropes made from 100% recycled material.
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Weatherproof and yet maximally breathable: Ortovox Westalpen 3L hardshell clothing tested

Clothing for demanding mountaineering tours: We have tested the hardshell jacket and trousers from the Ortovox Westalpen 3L series for you.
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How to turn your car into a camper

Low-budget vanlife experiment: With these products from Dometic you can transform your car into a camper van in no time.
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Light and compact: tent, sleeping mat and sleeping bag from Bach tested

Small pack size, low weight: We tested Bach's Moa Lite tunnel tent, the Relay Split sleeping mat and the Recover Down sleeping bag.
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Eating better on the rocks and on ski tours

For everyday adventures: Lyofood, with its freeze-dried meals, is no longer just reserved for expedition participants.
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High-end climbing shoe for tough projects | Unparallel Qubit

With the Qubit, Unparallel has developed a new high-performance climbing shoe that really shines on steep and overhanging terrain. We are very pleased with the new...
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Common trail running injuries and how to prevent them

In this article, you will learn about common injuries when trail running and what you can do about them.
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This climbing rope is significantly more cut-resistant Mammut Core Protect Rope

More cut-resistant thanks to the aramid sheath: With the Core Protect Rope, the Swiss mountain sports equipment manufacturer Mammut is setting new standards.
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Learn from the best alpinists and climbers in the world | Arc'teryx Academy Chamonix 2024

Learn from the best: You can do this in one of over 80 courses at the Arc'teryx Alpine Academy from July 4th to 7th, 2024 in Chamonix.
bouldering

Griffig climbing hall opens new outdoor bouldering facility

The Griffig climbing hall in Uster will open its brand new outdoor bouldering facility on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Climbing

Neox: The Petzl belay device put to the test

Neox: We tested the new Petzl belay device for you and were more than impressed with the rope handling.
Climbing

Edelrid Pinch: New belay device with blocking function and direct belt integration

The Pinch from Edelrid is the first safety device on the market that can be hooked into the central ring of the climbing harness without a carabiner.
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Is trail running the perfect training for alpinists?

Trail running as training for alpinists: Today we'll take a closer look at whether and how running has benefits for mountaineering.
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The world's first modular headlamp: Silva Free

Headlamp novelty: Silva Free is the first modular headlamp that can be put together depending on the planned mountain sports activity.
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Trail running equipment: what do you need?

In this article you will find out what you need to get started with trail running and what you should pay attention to when it comes to equipment.
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Climb up easily, descend quickly – touring skis Ogso Thor 90 in the test

The Thor 90 from Ogso is a light touring ski for long days in the mountains. We have tested the strong all-rounder for you.
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Ultralight combination of trail running and alpine backpack: Deuter Vertrail 16 | test

The Vertrail 16 combines the best of 2 worlds: the comfort of a trail running vest and the robustness of an alpine backpack.
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Simon Gietl: “For me, the Edelrid Rage is currently the coolest ice tool.”

The Rage ice tool from Edelrid comes with a new pick with minimal explosive effect and a new ergonomic handle.
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The 6 Best Outdoor and Adventure Films of the Year | EOFT 2023

The European Outdoor Film Tour starts in autumn with a brand new program in Switzerland, Germany and Austria.
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Which sleeping bag in summer, which in winter? | Tips

Which type of sleeping bag are you? Find out and find the sleeping bag that is right for you and your adventures.

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Above the abyss: first highline at over 4.000 meters in the Mont Blanc massif

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The French collective “Les Passagers du Vide” has created a highline at a dizzying 4.000 meters altitude in the Mont Blanc massif – without a helicopter or external assistance.
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Jakob Schubert cancels home World Cup due to injury

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Jakob Schubert will not be participating in the World Cup in Innsbruck due to a long-term finger injury. The decision was particularly difficult for the six-time world champion, considering he won the Austrian National Championships just last week.
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Difficult alpine route on Denali climbed solo for the first time | Slovak Direct

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American alpinist Balin Miller has made the first solo ascent of Slovak Direct, one of the hardest and steepest routes on Denali in Alaska.
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Rätikon | Babsi Zangerl & Jacopo Larcher redpoint Next Generation (8b+, 170 m)

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Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher have once again made the first ascent of a difficult multi-pitch route in the Rätikon: Next Generation (8b+), a project by Pio Jutz from 2018.
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Bouldering, Lead & Paraclimbing World Cup Innsbruck | Info & Livestream

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This week, the finale of the 2025 Bouldering World Cup season will take place in Innsbruck. At the same time, athletes will compete in lead and paraclimbing.