Hi, hopefully somebody can help me here. I’ve been hiking for years and really want to start mountaineering only I’m not sure where to start with equipment. I plan on doing some courses also, but would like to slowly start buying equipment. Thanks!! submitted by /u/rudefood_ [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

In the realm of mountaineering, where every ascent is a testament to human endurance and spirit, few achievements stand as tall as Hassan Sadpara's incredible feat in 2006. In a display of unparalleled determination and skill, Sadpara, a Pakistani mountaineer, defied the odds by conquering two of Pakistan's highest peaks, Gasherbrum I (G1) and Gasherbrum II (G2), in a mere five days, all without the aid of supplemental oxygen. Hassan Sadpara, born in the remote village of Sadpara in Skardu, Pakistan, was no stranger to the rugged beauty of the Karakoram Range. Having spent his formative years ..read more

Please be kind - it's taking a lot for me to even ask this. I am a near-39 year old stay home mom. Once upon a time I was an aspiring mountain goat - hiked a bunch in the West Kootenays and southern AB Rockies in my teens/early 20s while in school. Over the years my weight... got bad. Presently, I'm 38, 5 ft 4" and approx 150lbs overweight. I also have nerve/tendon damage in my right ankle from a vehicle accident 10 years ago. I'm at the point in my life where its "put up or shut up" and I've decided to push myself to summit Mt. Baker, WA for my 40th birthday in September 2025. My dream back ..read more

Hello everybody, I am looking for a climber who is currently on Mount Everest, I need help. my friend is dying of cancer, he had a dream to conquer Mount Everest. I want to take a photo of Everest for him personally, so that I can somehow support him. submitted by /u/Low_Entrepreneur3715 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

I'm visiting Salt Lake City this weekend and have plans to hike two days with a partner (day hikes). I've done 3 other trips to the area and am looking for suggestions on where to hike and some intel on conditions. I want to push myself a little more each time I'm out there but also not be stupid. We have poles, microspikes, and gaiters, and would like to find some manageable snow. I have done the hike to Lake Blanche in the summer and some shorter hikes in snowy conditions on other trips. Are there any peaks that are reasonable at this time of year? We are both very fit and hike non-mountain ..read more

I have Size 16 (US) feet and have really struggled with mountaineering for a while now due to it. When I started I bought some size 14 boots that I could sorta squeeze in but I couldn’t wear socks and every step hurt in them. I finally found a pair of 15 boots that fit well enough, but there so bulky I can’t fit any of my crampons on them so their essentially useless. I did a relatively short climb just last week, and am now on my way to loose my 5th and 6th toenails in the last 3 years. I’m tired of constantly being in pain and just am not sure what to do without dramatically decreasing my l ..read more

Just curious if anyone has any ideas how she did this as per Nepali law it is illegal to go above a certain altitude without a guide. submitted by /u/AB287461 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

Does anyone have any recommendations for a solid alpine/expedition pack? Looking for something that can perform normal alpinism tasks and can be taken on longer expeditions. Some features I am looking for: -55-70 liters -relatively lightweight -durable -water bottle pockets -reputable brand -gear loops -internal frame submitted by /u/RaspberryTechnical67 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

Hey is anyone planning to be in Bolivia this June/July? Would be nice to meet some people there and maybe find some climbing partners. I’m planning on Huayna Potosi, Illimani, and Sajama. submitted by /u/matt800 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

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