It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
It’s been a great week for alpine and ice climbing. After a very rainy October the sun came with the cold temperatures and ice has been forming well in Romsdal.
I’m still tired from the walk in the Pyrenees, so training has been basically moving, recovering the sleep hours, the hans skin and the stiffness in joints and fascia’s. Climbing in the mountains is great for that. Moving at low intensity, while working on technical and mental / resources skills.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
Water is best when frozen.
This week Briançon has reunited some of the world best alpinists in the Piolets d’or. A celebration of alpinism, where the most significant ascents of last year were rewarded. Even if none of those climbers were looking at being rewarded or recognised, highlighting their ascents and its commitment is important for the influence that cutting edge alpinism has to every mountain sports practitioner.
It’s a time also to reflect on the evolution of alpinism and the practice of climbing mountains, from the cutting edge ascents to the mountain tourism industry with everything in between.
In my last expedition in Nepal I got pretty chocked on how any notion of style has been erased from the bast majority of the climbing industry and practitioners there present.
As there are no formal rules in alpinism; climbers must decide for themselves what values and principles they wish to uphold.
In my opinion, it lies in preserving the essence of mountaineering, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering a culture of respect for the mountains and the natural world. We, as climbers, have a collective responsibility to protect the environment, make informed decisions, and ensure that the future generations of climbers can experience the joy of exploration without compromising the sanctity of the mountains. To not become even more prisoners of our time but to have the necessary knowledge for deciding our future.
The question that arises now is: What can be done about this? even, should something be done about this?
My thoughts on that cannot be summarised in a post here so I tried to write an article about it. You can read it in the link in the bio or mtnath.com/style-matters
Even if I can have my opinions on these questions, there are no mine to state, but I believe an open and honest conversation would be beneficial for all parts of the mountaineering culture, including guides, federations, alpine clubs, mountaineering media, alpinists’ etc
📸 1) @millermountainguides climbing with Paul Ramsden during the first ascent of Jugal Spire.
2) @bertranddelapierre at Everest C2
This week Briançon has reunited some of the world best alpinists in the Piolets d’or. A celebration of alpinism, where the most significant ascents of last year were rewarded. Even if none of those climbers were looking at being rewarded or recognised, highlighting their ascents and its commitment is important for the influence that cutting edge alpinism has to every mountain sports practitioner.
It’s a time also to reflect on the evolution of alpinism and the practice of climbing mountains, from the cutting edge ascents to the mountain tourism industry with everything in between.
In my last expedition in Nepal I got pretty chocked on how any notion of style has been erased from the bast majority of the climbing industry and practitioners there present.
As there are no formal rules in alpinism; climbers must decide for themselves what values and principles they wish to uphold.
In my opinion, it lies in preserving the essence of mountaineering, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering a culture of respect for the mountains and the natural world. We, as climbers, have a collective responsibility to protect the environment, make informed decisions, and ensure that the future generations of climbers can experience the joy of exploration without compromising the sanctity of the mountains. To not become even more prisoners of our time but to have the necessary knowledge for deciding our future.
The question that arises now is: What can be done about this? even, should something be done about this?
My thoughts on that cannot be summarised in a post here so I tried to write an article about it. You can read it in the link in the bio or mtnath.com/style-matters
Even if I can have my opinions on these questions, there are no mine to state, but I believe an open and honest conversation would be beneficial for all parts of the mountaineering culture, including guides, federations, alpine clubs, mountaineering media, alpinists’ etc
📸 1) @millermountainguides climbing with Paul Ramsden during the first ascent of Jugal Spire.
2) @bertranddelapierre at Everest C2
The colors trending this autumn.
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The colors trending this autumn.
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The colors trending this autumn.
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📩 MESSAGE FROM KILIAN : “The longer the gear lasts, the lower footprint it will have. That’s why it’s important to buy second hand”
Winter is coming, making it the perfect time to reflect on our environmental impact. 🌱
As a mountain enthusiast, I believe in the necessity of preserving these precious landscapes. However, I’m also aware that our actions have a significant impact on these incredible sceneries. 🏔️
🔄 Everide encourages us to rethink our habits. Instead of purchasing new equipment, why not consider second-hand options? ️♻️
By embracing second-hand choices, we extend the lifespan of equipment, allowing other enthusiasts to benefit, reduce resource consumption, and minimize our ecological footprint. 🌍
It’s a tangible way to make a difference. 👊
Everide is the second-hand platform for sports enthusiasts – a passionate community that supports reuse and sustainability. 📲
Join the second-hand movement. Join the Everide community. 🙌♻️
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📩 MESSAGE DE KILIAN : “Plus un équipement dure longtemps, moins il aura d’empreinte carbone. C’est pour ça qu’il est important d’acheter d’occasion”
L’hiver approche et c’est le moment parfait pour réfléchir à notre impact environnemental. 🌱
En tant qu’amoureux de la montagne, je crois en la nécessité de protéger ces précieux environnements. Mais je sais aussi que nos actions ont un impact sur ces paysages incroyables. 🏔️
🔄 Everide nous encourage à repenser nos habitudes. Plutôt que d’acheter du matériel neuf, pourquoi ne pas opter pour la seconde main ? ♻️
En favorisant la seconde main, nous prolongeons la vie des équipements en permettant à d’autres passionnés d’en profiter, réduisons la consommation de ressources et minimisons notre empreinte écologique. 🌍
C’est une manière concrète de faire une différence. 👊
Everide, c’est la plateforme dédiée à la seconde main pour les passionnés de sports, c’est une communauté passionnée qui favorise la réutilisation et la durabilité. 📲
Rejoignez le mouvement seconde main. Rejoignez la communauté Everide. 🙌♻️
Born from a vision.
Reveal awaits on Nov 23rd on @nnormal_official Youtube Channel. Be part of the change.
Visit the link in bio to Save the Date on your calendar.
