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Aconcagua.

Two Months, Ten 6,000m Peaks In The Andes

In less than two months, a pair of European...
January 9, 2023
climber on the rocky summit of Manaslu

Alex Txikon: ‘Manaslu Was More Dangerous Than I Expected’

On Saturday morning, we sent Alex Txikon some questions...
January 9, 2023
man falling

Sam Patch, America’s First Daredevil

The term daredevil calls to mind a crazy stuntman...
January 8, 2023
A painting in the Lascaux Cave, France.

A ‘Person Off The Street’ Solves Mystery Of Ice Age Drawings

If you're feeling a warm sense of satisfaction over...
January 8, 2023
Isle of Skye Scotland

ExWeb’s Adventure Links of The Week

When we’re not outdoors, we get our adventure fix...
January 8, 2023
climbers on a snow slope, Manaslu summit swept by winds in background.

Details on Manaslu O2, Cho Oyu Team Back in Kathmandu

Alex Txikon and the Nepali team flew back to...
January 7, 2023
A close up image of copepods in water droplets. On the left are immature harpacticoid copepods. On the right is an armored protozoan with an intricate mineral skeleton

Science Links of the Week

A passion for the natural world drives many of...
January 7, 2023
the big bang

Weekend Warm-Up: The Big Bang & Emma Twyford

The stakes quickly become clear in this in-depth look...
January 7, 2023
Alex Txikon smiles, tired, in pitch black night.

Manaslu Summiters Safely Down

Alex Txikon and the six Nepalis returned safely to...
January 7, 2023
eleanor davis

Running Phenom Elsey Davis Breaks Winter Bob Graham Record

In 2022, Eleanor "Elsey" Davis gained notoriety on the...
January 6, 2023

Tent Review: Nemo Chogori 3P

I can count on one hand the number of...
January 6, 2023
Alex close shot, with nose protector and a sleeping pad in the backpack.

Alex Txikon and Sherpa Team Summit Winter Manaslu

Alex Txikon, Tenjen Sherpa, Pasang Nurbu Sherpa, Mingtemba Sherpa,...
January 6, 2023
A photo from the Vermas/Teelahti expedition.

Antarctica 2022: Flat Light, Soft Snow, and New Year’s Celebrations

Sastrugi, low clouds, and soft snow continue to plague...
January 6, 2023

Snowflake Bentley’s Pioneering Photos Now Online

Wilson Bentley holds the enviable title of "first person...
January 6, 2023
Nanda Devi massif.

The Story of Nanda Devi: Irresistible Will Meets Immovable Goddess

The state of Uttarakhand in northern India is often...
January 5, 2023
little snow on a green plain at Ax 3 Domaines' ski resort.

Europe’s Heat Wave Closes Ski Resorts

After a scorching summer, Europe is now having one...
January 5, 2023
gifts for people who are always cold

Gifts For People Who Are Always Cold

We all have that one friend who is always...
January 5, 2023
best gifts for skiers

Best Gifts For Skiers In 2023

Unlike many summer sports, skiers need a lot of...
January 5, 2023
best ski helmets

Keep Safe On The Slopes With The Best Ski Helmets In 2023

A ski helmet is an essential part of snow...
January 5, 2023
fennec fox

Cuteness Overload: Meet the World’s Smallest Wild Canine

The massive Sahara Desert covers 6% of the world’s...
January 5, 2023
Candide Thovex catches air with no snow to catch him.

No Snow? No Worries — At Least for Candide Thovex

According to Candide Thovex's X-Games profile page, the French...
January 4, 2023
alex honnold el padre first ascent

Alex Honnold Solos ‘Silly’ New Route On Nevada’s El Padre

Alex Honnold’s latest route probably won’t go down as...
January 4, 2023
sign post

The Push to Extend the Appalachian Trail to Europe and Africa

When we think of the Appalachian Trail, we tend...
January 4, 2023
Ice walls of a crevasse, the blue sky upwards.

Winter Cho Oyu: A Lost Opportunity

Climbers on Cho Oyu will not be able to...
January 4, 2023