Keyword: Roger Schäli
Alpine style: Schäli, Gietl and Maynadier manage a new route on Meru Peak (6600m)
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The three alpinists Roger Schäli, Simon Gietl and Mathieu Maynadier have opened a new, challenging route on the 6600 meter high Meru Peak in the Indian Garhwal Himalayas: Goldfish (800m, M6+, A1). Schäli and Maynadier had already tried the route together with Sean Villanueva in 2019, but had to turn around in the upper third of the wall.
Live from the base camp: social media marketing in mountaineering
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Instagram, Facebook and Co have also changed the marketing options for mountaineers. In the meantime, alpinists like to be harshly criticized for their appearances in the digital media. But why actually? And what does a social media pro have to say about it?
Adventurous solo first ascent: Roger Schäli climbs Tierra del Fuego (A2+, 6c)
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The Swiss professional alpinist Roger Schäli opens the trad route Tierra del Fuego (A2+, 6c) on the Roda Val della Neve in Bergell alone over five days. The demanding line - only equipped with bolts at the belay - follows a system of cracks in the right part of the wall.
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.
Video: Climbing community with a united voice against the Ukraine war
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He who is silent agrees. True to this principle, professional climbers from all over the world comment on the war in Ukraine in our video. The statements underline that the climbing community is characterized by an international connection that knows no borders.
Storing climbing equipment correctly: tips from the pros
The summer season is drawing to a close. Climbing finches, ropes and carabiners wander into the cellar during the days. So that there are no nasty surprises next year, we'll show you how to properly clean and store your equipment - with practical tips from professionals Katherine Choong and Roger Schäli.
The six big north faces in just two weeks - Roger Schäli in an exclusive interview
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In an exclusive conversation with Roger Schäli, we talk about the North6 project and his future plans.
Dani Arnold and Roger Schäli: First ascent of Exocet in Lauterbrunnen Valley
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The two alpinists Dani Arnold and Roger Schäli report the first ascent of an ice climbing route on the Mürrenfluh in Stechelberg: Exocet (Wi 6+, Expo, M6, A1).
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