Products
Raffle: Win 3 climbing guides each: Switzerland Extreme West and Switzerland Plaisir West
Editors -
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
Editors -
Attention adventurers: We have tested the ultralight one-person tent Piopio Solo from Bach for you.
Probably the most colorful express set for climbing
Editors -
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 big touring ski test in Les Diablerets by Bächli Bergsport
With the imposing suspension bridge on the Scex Rouge - the only one in the world that connects two mountain peaks - Les Diablerets in the canton of Vaud has blossomed into a tourism highlight. However, not only artificial structures, but also mighty glacier ice and inviting powder slopes attract ski tour and freeride enthusiasts to the area. The perfect location to put the latest ski models through their paces with Bächli Bergsport.
The onion principle: Layer by layer for more comfort on the mountain
Several thin pieces of clothing instead of one thick one - the layering principle has established itself over the years. Nevertheless, it is often interpreted and implemented incorrectly, because as simple as the system sounds, the key lies in the optimal choice of suitable material. And last but not least also in personal body awareness. In order for the layers to work, there are important principles and some practical tips and tricks.
This is what you need to know about avalanche airbags
Editors -
In 1985, ABS launched the first avalanche airbag backpack. Today, the self-rescue system is part of the obligatory emergency equipment for many winter sports enthusiasts. At Bächli-Bergsport, customers can choose between five different airbag systems. How they work and what advantages each system brings: an overview.
Climbing tip for the cold season: Di Roccia di Sole | climbing guide
Editors -
In order to be able to climb outside in pleasant temperatures in winter, you don't have to fly halfway around the world. Sicily is one of the driest and warmest regions in Italy. The climbing guide Di Roccia di Sole provides plenty of tips on over 550 pages - not only for sport climbers, but also for boulderers and DWS fans.
With this avalanche equipment you are prepared for emergencies
Editors -
You will never be able to eliminate the danger of avalanches. However, you can prepare yourself for emergencies. Avalanche transceivers (LVS), probes and shovels can save lives. Bächli Bergsport offers the three items of basic equipment in a lucrative package.
What a sticky climbing shoe! Unparallel's Souped Up review
Editors -
We tested what is perhaps the stickiest climbing shoe for you, the Souped Up by Unparallel, in the climbing hall and on the rock. You can find out how the shoe fared in the following video. AND: You can win a model - tailor-made for you, even before the official market launch!
Voluntary recall of Ortovox Litric avalanche airbags
Editors -
Ortovox is voluntarily recalling all Ortovox Avabag Litric models (Avabag Litric Tour, Avabag Litric Freeride, Avabag Litric Zero) including the Zip-Ons. The recall only affects the electronic airbag models with Litric technology. Any mechanical Avabag models with a cartridge system are not affected.
9 gift ideas for climbers, boulderers & outdoor sports enthusiasts 2022/2023
Editors -
What do you give a climber or boulderer for a birthday or for Christmas? We have collected 9 gift ideas.
Newsletter
News
Climbing
Seb Bouin repeats lapse (9b) and downgrades
Sébastien Bouin succeeds in repeating the Lapsus route (9b). He downgrades the route first climbed by Stefano Ghisolfi to 9a+.
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.