Ice Climbing
PAGE 4
Ice climbing Accident
Update: On Wednesday, February 11, Sgt. Mark Salesse s body was recovered by Parks Canada Visitor Safety specialists from under approximately 10 feet of snow near the base of Polar Circus (WI 5). He disappeared after an avalanche was triggered by an above climber. The four, including Salesse, were climbing unroped between the upper and lower ice pitches. Canadian climber, Sgt…
Read more
Ice axe climbing
ShutterstockA mountaineer practices the valuable, lifesaving skill of self arrest. The ice ax is an essential mountaineering tool— arguably the essential tool—when climbing large, glaciated peaks or when ascending steep routes on any mountain in the winter. When exploring peaks like Maine’s Katahdin or New Hampshire’s Mount Washington in winter, using an ice ax—along with crampons—is…
Read more
Gloves for Ice climbing
I love being warm, and not to brag, but I m really good at it. Hot springs, woodstoves, tropical beaches, and Bikram yoga are just a few of my favorite things. So it always comes as a surprise to people that I m an ice climber and have dreams of arctic exploration. But like many women, I can be cold any time and would be content in an 8, -meter suit on almost any day of the…
Read more
Glacier climbing Iceland
Is also a great glacier tour operated from Reykjavík to Sólheimajökull glacier. This great value tour not only includes a glacier walk but also a guided tour of Iceland s south coast with stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls and the black sand beach of Reynisfjara.is a short but stunning glacier hike on Sólheimajökull. You can meet us on location or choose a pick…
Read more
Crampons for Ice climbing
FLEXIBLE Flexible, or “hinged, ” crampons are best for climbing snow and walking on glaciers. They are designed to flex with the boot, making walking more natural. If you plan on more hiking than technical climbing, flexible crampons will really shine. Of course, you will only be able to take advantage of flexible crampons if you have a flexible boot. Most ice-climbing boots…
Read more
Colorado Ice climbing
Colorado ice climbing is at its best with Apex guides. Discover winter mountaineering on day trips to Vail’s frozen waterfalls or the intimate wilderness of Chalk Creek Falls in Leadville. Multi-day trips are offered in Western Colorado’s Rifle Mountain Park, and the remote and rugged San Juan Mountains in Lake City. If you are interested in taking a day off from skiing in…
Read more
Colorado Ice climbing conditions
2. Cascade Canyon - is a small but exciting area close to Hwy 550. The area is about 1 mile north of the Durango Mountain There are many short climbs here, and it is a great place for top roping or when little time is available. Lots of curtains, hanging pillars, and cool mixed climbs. Bridalveil Falls 1. Bridalveil Falls WI5+/6 - a climb of legendary stature and beauty, first…
Read more
Climbing in Iceland
Doug The glacier walk and ice climb was one of the highlights of my trip to Iceland last May. To be on a glacier of any sort is a great excursion but to be walking on one like Solheimajokull, which has changed so much in recent years due to Iceland’s volcanic activity, was fantastic. The excursion starts with the guides preparing you with your equipment – a harness, crampons…
Read more
Climbing Iceberg
Klemen Premrl always dreamed about climbing icebergs. Two of the most accomplished ice climbers in the world, Klemen and his partner and longtime friend Aljaz Anderle (both from Slovenia) along with a production crew from GoPro went to Greenland last summer to try and fulfill their childhood dream. While the iceberg summits they hoped to reach were generally much lower than…
Read more
Bozeman Ice climbing
The Bozeman Ice Festival (BIF) began in 1996 and is dedicated to promote and protect access to ice climbing in Hyalite Canyon while developing an Olympic-caliber competition in Bozeman. The event draws professional climbers and participants from across the globe for a myriad of clinics, World Cup events, demos of the latest gear, inspiring films and evening entertainment, and…
Read more
Black Diamond Ice climbing Gloves
Products Artikelnummer BD620214DAWNS_M1 Der Women’s Vector ist ein vielseitiger Hybrid-Helm für leichten Schutz in jeder Kletterdisziplin mit ausgezeichneter Belüftung und Ratschen-Einstellungssystem. Artikelnummer BDALL1 Das Fuel ist ein absolut leistungsstarkes, vielseitiges High-End-Eisgerät welches sowohl im Steileis als auch in überhängenden Mixed- oder Drytoolingrouten…
Read more
Best Ice climbing pants
MAs with every winter sport, the key to dressing comfortably for ice climbing is dressing in layers. There’s a lot of “stop and go” when ice climbing, so proper layers are especially important to prevent overheating while climbing and freezing while belaying. Here are some suggestions and tips to help you be as comfortable as possible on your next ice climbing trip. Base Layers…
Read more
Latest Posts
