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Climbers and hikers banned from popular cliffs and trails to protect endangered raptors during nesting season
By Will Symons last updated
Falcons, eagles, hawks, and other species are returning to raise their young

“I love the creativity of it all”: an introduction to paraclimbing, the newest Paralympic sport
By Will Symons published
Three-time world champion Matthew Phillips gives us the low down on paraclimbing

Revolutionary barefoot shoe inventor dies after falling almost 1,000ft in Italian climbing accident
By Will Symons published
Robert Fliri invented the FiveFingers hiking, climbing, and trail running shoes, a barefoot favorite in the outdoor community

Kentucky rock climbers triumph with "largest land acquisition of its kind ever" to protect world-class climbing spot
By Julia Clarke last updated
The purchase of 718 acres ensures open access to climbers in the area

Too old to climb? This mountain could soon have an age limit after the death of a 70-year-old British man
By Will Symons published
Several older climbers have died on Mount Kinabalu, prompting authorities to consider age restrictions and a stamina test

Quick! These discontinued Black Diamond climbing pants are 60% off and selling fast
By Will Symons published
Deals The Black Diamond Notion pants aim to keep you comfy and supported whether you're speeding up the wall or sending a boulder problem

Australian climbers fined and blacklisted from Indonesian mountain after illegal ascent - here's when to stay off the peaks
By Will Symons published
Multiple Indonesian mountains and national parks are closed during the rainy season, when weather can become unpredictable and violent

Our favorite ice axe "combines low weight with a robust build and impressive performance" - get yours for 20% off
By Will Symons published
Deals We ranked the DMM Spire Tech ice axe as our favorite model for its lightweight design and dependable performance in the backcountry

It could cause "serious injury or death” - Black Diamond recalls popular climbing harness after reported failure
By Will Symons published
Climbers can receive $200 in credit or a full refund after one user reported the Vision harness failing - here's how to choose a better option

Who is Conrad Anker? The American 'rock star' climber who discovered George Mallory’s body on Everest
By Alex Foxfield published
From discovering Mallory to losing his best friend in an avalanche on Shishapangma, Conrad Anker’s career in the mountains is one of extreme highs and lows
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