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The 10 highest mountains in the world – and when they were first climbed
All of the tallest mountains in the world are located in Asia, either in the Himalayas or the Karakorum ranges. Of the 10 ...
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After Setting Winter Ascent Record on Everest, Kobusch Back to Camp 1
Their groundbreaking achievement marked the first ascent via the West Ridge and the first traverse of Everest, as they descended via the South Col. Related Article John Waechter reached the summit ...
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Everest Avalanche & Ascent Models
The Avalanche introduces Everest's auto-bagging system, while the Ascent offers a through-wall design. Everest Ice and Water Systems introduces the Everest Avalanche, a vending machine designed to ...
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Daredevil climbers banned from ascending Mount Everest without support
As of September, everyone on the mountain must be accompanied by an expert guide, improving safety but potentially ...
Will Rising Costs and New Rules Deter Everest Climbers? Not Likely
Rising Prices, New Rules on Mount Everest The allure of climbing Mount Everest, since the first ascent in 1953, continues to escalate, resulting in overcrowding ...
Nepal hikes Mount Everest climbing fee by 36%
According to Glacier Himalaya Treks and Expedition, a private group of experienced mountaineers that offers tours, the permit ...
How to climb Everest in a week
An Austrian guide will soon lead trips up the world’s highest peak in less time than an average beach holiday. Is adventure travel going too high, too fast?
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A trek to Everest Base Camp: Joy, pain and an uncomfortable truth at the heart of every climber’s story
Everest Base Camp, some 5,364m above sea level. However, before we begin our ascent, first we must navigate Lukla’s airport. Home to the world’s shortest runway, the 527m landing strip slopes ...