Latest about mountaineering safety
Our mountaineering expert looks into the death zone and the reasons why climbing 8,000-meter peaks can be so dangerous
Our mountaineering expert considers the epic, taking a look at high-profile cases and detailing how you can avoid being part of one
Our step-by-step guide for how to put on a climbing harness for your rock climbing, mountaineering and ice climbing adventures
We study whether there’s a difference between four-season and winter rated gear, taking a look at some of the extreme kit designed for Earth's most challenging conditions
It’s a nightmare scenario that can occur in poor conditions on the mountains in winter, but just what is a whiteout?
Boasting an impressive range of safety features the POC Dimension Avalanche Backpack is also spacious and built to last
What is hypothermia? We explain the signs, symptoms and risk factors of this hiking hazard, as well as how to prevent it on your cold weather expeditions
What is mountain rescue? We take a look at rescue services in the US, the UK and Europe, including how to contact them in an emergency
