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Testing the Ortovox Peak 35 high-altitude touring backpack

High touring backpack Peak 35 from Ortovox tested. We tested the all-rounder for alpinists for you. This is our experience report.

Alpine tour: tips & tricks for beginners

After a first high-altitude tour course you have learned the essential basics about rope team technique, crevasse rescue and material science. Now you are ready for your first 4000. In the multiplication table, we reveal which tips and tricks you can use to get started in the high-alpine world.

Ultra-light mountain boot for alpine tours | La Sportiva Equilibrium tested

The Aequilibrium ST GTX by La Sportiva combines the lightness of an approach shoe with the qualities of a mountaineering boot. This makes it the perfect companion on technical excursions, glacier crossings or via ferratas. We have crossed the Altenalp towers with the ultra-light mountain boots and are thrilled.

"Safe on the mountain" now available in bookstores

The book series Safe on the Mountain for beginners and advanced skiers from the Austrian Alpine Club is now available in bookshops.

Rope or not rope? Backup options at full speed

What security options are there on a high-altitude tour? What are the pros and cons? Florian Hellberg gives an overview.

A lot of love for details: Bluebird all-round ax from Blue Ice

A clever pimple not only offers comfort in icy passages, but can also save lives in an emergency. One that comes up with a lot of details is the Bluebird from Blue Ice.

This rope is cut-resistant than all others: the Edelrid Swift Protect Pro Dry

The Swift Protect Pro Dry climbing rope from Edelrid has a very high cut resistance thanks to aramid fibers in the rope sheath and is still dynamic.

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.

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