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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.

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.

Brione for beginners: The most beautiful boulders up to 7A

Brione is also easy: Today we'll show you where you can find beautiful bouldering problems in moderate degrees in the Verzasca Valley.

Micro adventures: ideas and tips for your next trip

In our micro-adventure series, the guys from Fajro will introduce you to what a micro-adventure needs and present ideas for trips.

Light alpine backpack for multi-pitch tours: Deuter Guide Lite 30+

The Deuter Guide Lite 30+ is a feather-light alpine backpack that does not compromise on comfort and functionality.

Test: The best sleeping bags for climbers in comparison

We have tested selected sleeping bags for you. In the snow cave, on the river bank during the lockdown and in the exposed bivouac on the wall foot. You can find out how we rate the sleeping bag models from Mammut, Sea to Summit, Mountain Equipment and Grüezi Bag here.

Do you want to go for a 4 meter? It is important to note that

Do you want to stand on a 4000er? Here you can find out how best to prepare for your first high-altitude tour and what you need to consider.

The best outdoor stoves in comparison

Are you looking for an outdoor stove? We show you in the product comparison which model is best suited for which application.

Two in one: Liquid Chalk gives grip and disinfects

Numerous Swiss climbing halls opened yesterday. The condition for the visit is the use of liquid magnesium, also called liquid chalk.

Paul Robinson about the bouldering paradise Ticino and overgraded boulders

We spoke to Paul Robinson about his ambassador role at Prana, his striking devaluation of two boulders and Ticino as a bouldering paradise.

Yoga series for climbers: With this exercise you stretch your neck muscles

In our yoga series, we show how you can stretch your neck muscles. The yoga series is presented by Bächli Bergsport and Petra Zink.

Triple safety: The Swift Pro Dry from Edelrid

One rope, three standards. The Swift is a single, half and twin rope in one and can therefore be used in a variety of ways, especially at full speed.

Newly soled climbing shoes with gecko resoling

Resole climbing shoes / climbing finches is financially and ecologically worthwhile. At Gecko Resoling, professionals like Fred Nicole are at work.

You need to know these three components of avalanche equipment

Snow-covered mountains have a magical attraction. But the white snow is also dangerous. You have to know this avalanche equipment.

Feels at home in any terrain: the touring ski Superguide 95 from Scott

Product of the month - The Scott Superguide 95 feels just as at home in deep powder and long climbs as it does at the bitterly cold North Pole.

Bouldering in the city of Biel and surroundings

In and around the bilingual city of Biel, people have long been climbing blocks at the height of the jump. A bouldering guide has been around since 2018.

8 Gift ideas for climbers and boulderers

We present the best gift ideas for climbing and bouldering. From heated chalkbag over the digital topo to the ultra-light headlamp.

Safe climb despite weight difference: With the ohm of Edelrid

A high weight difference between climber and safer is dangerous. With the ohm of Edelrid, this problem is a thing of the past.

Headlamps Swift and Bindi from Petzl - perfect for climbing and bouldering

The two headlamps Swift and Bindi by Petzl are perfect companions for climbing, mountaineering, ski touring and bouldering.

Prana: With this brand, the issue of sustainability is anchored in the genes

Prana has the topic of sustainability in the genes. We talked to Rachel Lincoln about the brand's social and environmental commitment.

Always available: With the inReach Mini satellite communication device from Garmin

Professional mountaineer Michi Wohlleben presents the all-rounder among satellite and GPS devices, the inReach mini from Garmin.

Liquid Chalk / Liquid Magnesium Without Alcohol: Secret Stuff by FrictionLabs

The liquid magnesium Secret Stuff by FrictionLabs works without alcohol. Learn more about the new and now available Liquidchalk here.

The best crash pads in the test

We tested the boulder mats Cirro by Petzl, Impact by Black Diamond, Full Pad by Organic Climbing, Incubator by Ocun and Guts by Snap.

The bouldering guide for Brione is here - Verzasca Boulder

The Bouldering Guide for Brione, Verzasca Boulder, is here. 160 pages, 19 sectors and hundreds of dreamlines to discover in the Verzasca Valley.

You need this equipment for a perfect holiday with the VW bus / camper

In cooperation with Büssli-Shop we present selected camping items that will make your next trip with campers an unforgettable holiday experience.

The climbing helmet Vapor by Black Diamond: light and comfortable

We show you the ideal companion for your next sport climbing session: The Vapor helmet by Black Diamond.

Pro-Tip: Exercises for your climbing training by Andrea Kümin

Andrea Kümin gives tips on how to train and introduces exercises from her training routine. How to make progress in climbing.

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James Pearson: “That was my craziest highball”

Hard at the limit: James Pearson repeats the infamous highball 29 dots and comes shockingly close to the limit.

Alex Megos opens climbing hall | Frankenjura Academy

Partial opening of the Frankenjura Academy: From today on you can climb in Alex Megos' climbing hall in Forchheim.
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Is Rhapsody (E11) the most dangerous route in the world?

Magnus Midtbo returns with Dave MacLeod to one of his most impressive first ascents: Rhapsody (E11, 7a).

Yannick Flohé climbs his hardest route to date with Lazarus (9a+).

9a+ in transit: Yannick Flohé manages to climb Lazarus at the Schiefen Tod in the Franconian Jura in just 4 Go's.

Efficient exercise on the way to handstand

This is how the handstand works: With the L handstand you can build up strength and practice the handstand position in a controlled manner.