Mountaineering
5 Ways Mountaineers Prepare Before Climbing a Mountain
I certainly believe that preparation is key for any mountaineering trek, whether you’re just heading into the hills for a day or…
Ultimate Food Prep Guide for Mountaineers: High Altitude
In this article, I aim to explore expert recommendations together with my own experiences on what you should eat before you start, breaking it up…
How to Choose The Ultimate Mountaineering Boots
Specific types of router need specific types of boots. Also, your climbing style would influence which shoes you use and…
5 Dangers of Mountain Climbing Alone
The short answer is, no, you can’t safely solo climb, even though there are people that do just that. Many mountains, due to the technicality of the climbs, are impossible to climb without…
Which is Harder to Climb: Denali or Everest?
Denali is the highest mountain in North America, ranking third worldwide, while Everest is the highest mountain in the world. The debate on which is harder to climb…
How to Self Arrest With or Without An Ice Axe
When mountaineering in snowy areas, slipping and subsequently sliding down a snow-covered slope is a common hazard. This can be extremely dangerous, since…
Climbing a Mountain Without Equipment: Impossible?
Can you do mountain climbing with little or no equipment? In short, yes you can do many climbs with a bare minimum of equipment. One day hikes/climbs in not so steep terrain…
Climbing Your First Mountain: A Full Beginner’s Guide
You like the outdoors, camping and hiking. You’ve always wondered what it would feel like to stand on top of a mountain, looking down at the terrain you had to cross to get to the top. Then you decided to knuckle up, bite down hard and tackle your first mountain. So…
How to Become a Professional Mountaineer
Becoming a professional mountain climber takes years or even decades of hard training. You must learn to push your body both mentally…
How to Use and Carry Crampons (Beginner Guide)
When mountaineering at high altitudes or in colder climates, you will definitely encounter ice and snow. In this case, crampons are your best friend, digging into the ice and keeping you from sliding down the…