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Poster for the film Designed by Disaster showing Campanile Basso in the Italian Dolomites

"Designed by disaster" – new film chronicles a climber's path from near-death to a trailblazing solution for climbing and hiking falls

By Julia Clarke published

Watch the new documentary detailing one climber's journey from disaster to innovation

Film & TV
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These Microspikes for hiking provide the best traction for confidence in winter conditions, and they're 20% off in Amazon's Cyber Monday sale

By Julia Clarke published

Deals These anti-slip ice traction cleats are designed to be lightweight and abrasion-resistant and they're cheaper than usual for Cyber Monday

Deals
winter traction devices for shoes: crampons

Get a grip: our guide to winter traction devices for shoes

By Julia Clarke last updated

Action the traction for greater grip this winter with the right type of traction devices for shoes, no matter what your activity

Snow Sports Gear & Apparel
A group crosses a glacier while roped together

Microspikes vs crampons: which do you need for frozen escapades?

By Julia Clarke last updated

We compare microspikes vs crampons to help you figure out which you need to tackle icy terrain

Snow Sports Gear & Apparel
A man standing on a frozen lake

How thick should ice be to walk on? Plus tips for walking on ice

By Julia Clarke published

How thick should ice be to walk on? We suggest some basics for safely crossing a frozen lake or pond as well as general tips for walking on ice this winter

Hiking