Products
Raffle: Win 3 climbing guides each: Switzerland Extreme West and Switzerland Plaisir West
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In collaboration with Edition Filidor, we are giving away 3 copies each of the popular climbing guides Extrem West and Plaisir West.
Ultralight one-person tent | BACH Piopio Solo in the test
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Attention adventurers: We have tested the ultralight one-person tent Piopio Solo from Bach for you.
Probably the most colorful express set for climbing
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The Tyrolean mountaineering outfitter Austrialpin produces the popular Eleven quickdraw set and the Fish autotuber set in a limited rainbow edition. For every set sold in the colorful series, five euros go to the children's cancer charity.
The best of both worlds: the Reach 12 backpack from Blue Ice
Which backpack type is good for climbing? Which one for trail running? The Reach 12 from Blue Ice combines both worlds.
Warning: Peguet is calling Maillon Rapide back
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Peguet, a company specializing in the manufacture of quick links, Maillon Rapide, calls for a review of its 8mm models.
Crampons: You should know these three systems
Not all crampons are created equal. Fabian Reichle from Bächli Bergsport explains the most important differences to you.
This rope is made from old ropes: NEO 3R from Edelrid
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The most sustainable rope in the world has been on the market for a few days: the NEO 3R from Edelrid. It is made from 50% old ropes.
Recall / product improvement of the Pieps avalanche transceiver
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The manufacturer of avalanche transceivers, Pieps, is urgently calling for the replacement of the carrying system used in its DSP models. Here are the details.
Merino wool: naturally warm base layer
Despite all the technical innovations in the clothing industry, one natural fiber is still particularly convincing: Merino wool.
Softshell jackets: Everything about the all-rounder garment
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Softshell jackets combine the advantages of a waterproof weatherproof jacket with those of an air-permeable fleece jacket. They are made of robust, elastic fabrics with a water-repellent impregnation against moisture and can be the perfect all-rounder in mountain sports - if you are willing to compromise. What you need to know about softshell jackets.
Beal calls for Birdie to check the belay device
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Beal has received a lot of feedback about broken handles on the Birdie belay device. For this reason, Beal calls for a review of the device.
Newsletter
News
Climbing
Adam Ondra opens with B je to! (9b) the most difficult route in Croatia
Adam Ondra manages the first free ascent of Route B ever! (9b). It is the most difficult sport climbing route in Croatia.
Climbing
Film tip: Hard routes, greasy holds, long departures – Kruder & Piccolruaz during deep water soloing
In this video, Lacrux TV accompanies climbing professionals Jernej Kruder and Michael Piccolruaz during deep water soloing. A must see!
Climbing
Jakob Schubert rates BIG 9c | formerly Project Big
Jakob Schubert communicates the name of the climbing route that has become known as Project Big: It is called BIG. He rates the line 9c.
Climbing
Michael Piccolruaz repeats Sharma-Kingline Alasha | including video interview
Professional climber Michael Piccolruaz is the second climber to repeat Sharma's Kingline Alasha, the most difficult DWS route in the world.
Climbing
5 perfect autumn climbing spots in Tyrol with sixth and seventh levels of difficulty
For the upcoming climbing autumn, we present you 5 perfect autumn climbing spots with routes in the sixth and seventh French degrees.