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a climber on a snowy foresummit, separated from the main sumit by a narrow gap.

No ‘Easy’ Himalayan Trekking Peak: A British Climber Dies on Lobuche

That even modest trekking peaks in the Himalaya deserve...
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Secrets of Polar Gear, Part 6: Cooking Setups

Although I've done many expeditions to both the North...
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Platypus Survival In Jeopardy

The platypus, an animal often cited as evidence that...
Eakin on a sunny, snowy landscape, with two ice-axes on the ground in front of him.

Family to Retrieve Matthew Eakin’s Body From Winter K2

So far, one group has requested a permit from...
Eiger's Nordwand.

Winter Soloists: Crazy, Maybe. Committed, Definitely

Solo winter ascents lie at the extreme end of...
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Did Tree Roots Trigger Ancient Extinctions?

In Earth's Devonian Period, which lasted from 419 to...
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Secrets of Polar Gear, Part 5: Skis and Skins

Although I've done many expeditions to both the North...
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Take Your Booze On The Go With The Best Flasks Of 2022

Your cool uncle had one, your dad brought one...
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The Gloomy Octopus Hurls Things at its Neighbors

Today is the day you can emotionally identify with...
climber proceeds up a fixed rope on a snow ramp.

Russians Summit Annapurna IV

News has finally come from Annapurna IV. Two climbers...
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Secrets of Polar Gear, Part 4: Ski Bindings

Although I've done many expeditions to both the North...
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Get Paddling: The Best Inflatable Kayaks In 2022

Some of the best inflatable kayaks incorporate modern technology...
Michelle Lee at the oars

Ocean Rowing Roundup for November 

Since our last round up two soloists have continued...
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Ancient Australian Fossils Could Help the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

A new study claims that 3.48 billion-year-old fossils in...
A group of early skiers stand on their skis with the mountains behind them.

ExWeb’s Adventure Links of the Week

When we’re not outdoors, we get our adventure fix...
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Secrets of Polar Gear, Part 3: Vapor-Barrier Liners

Although I've done many expeditions to both the North...
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Major First Ascent on El Capitan-Like Wall in India’s Uttarakhand

Three Swiss climbers just freed a massive new route...
north face obergabelhorn

Weekend Warm-Up: Skiers Try a Mind-Bending Descent

That triangular sheet of snow and ice in the...
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Science Links of the Week

A passion for the natural world drives many of...
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Top Notch Protection With The Best Waterproof Backpacks In 2022

It’s not worth risking an expensive laptop or other...
Female skier hauling sled uphill

Secrets of Polar Gear, Part 2: Handwear and Footwear

Although I've done many expeditions to both the North...
divers finding a piece of the challenger explosion

Bermuda Triangle Expedition Finds Piece of the Challenger Shuttle

Divers shooting an episode of a HISTORY Channel show...
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Unknown Slovak With Steel Tendons Crushes Bosi’s ‘La Furia de Jabali’ 9a+

Unless you’re part of a niche group of sport...
climbers on a snow ridge in the morning mist.

Will China Open For Climbing in 2023? It’s Not Certain

Shishapangma and Cho Oyu have become a thorn for...