Hannelore Schmatz, first woman to die on Everest
In 1979, the indomitable Hannelore Schmatz etched her name in history as the fourth woman to conquer the mighty Mount Everest. Yet, her breathtaking …
FWT23 Verbier – A Season Finale with a Twist: Freeride World Tour’s Last Stop in Verbier
FWT23 YETI Xtreme Verbier - cancelled
Sadly, the highly-awaited FWT23 YETI Xtreme Verbier, the Freeride World Tour (FWT) finale, was canceled due …
25 of the Best Climbing Movies in History
If you are like me, then you enjoy consuming climbing media almost much as you enjoy climbing itself, especially climbing movies.
Reading trip …
What is Trad Climbing?
There are many styles of rock climbing– trad climbing is just one of them. Styles range from relatively low-commitment indoor gym climbing to …
FWT23 Grand Finale at YETI Xtreme Verbier: The Ultimate Showdown Awaits
A Legendary Venue for the FWT23 Xtreme Verbier
FWT23 Xtreme Verbier - The highly anticipated climax of the FWT23 season is just around the corner, …
Cappadocia hot air balloon, the best places to admire them in Cappadocia
Cappadocia hot air balloons? Explore the sensational attraction that captivates visitors in Cappadocia, and it's not just about the breathtaking …
FWT23 Fieberbrunn – Massive moves and stunning stunts
Key highlights of the FWT23 Fieberbrunn
A compact group of competitors pursue FWT glory after the cut
Pristine snow and clear skies provide …
Pierra Menta 2023 D4 – Last Day
Pierra Menta 2023 D4 - The 37th edition of the Pierra Menta ended successfully despite a stage cancelled the day before due to unpredictable weather …
Frozen Graves: The Bodies on Mount Everest
Mount Everest climbs to a staggering 29,032′ tall. It is the world’s tallest mountain…and highest graveyard. The intrepid climbers who take on …
Pierra Menta 2023 D3 – 3rd Stage Cancelled
Pierra Menta 2023 D3. The runners were severely affected today, on Friday, March 10, as they had to turn back due to dangerous weather …
Pierra Menta 2023 D2 – second day
The runners were welcomed by the sun after the snow for the second stage of the Pierra Menta 2023. This stage included 2610 meters of positive …
Pierra Menta 2023 D1 – Recap of the First Day of the Race
At 7:30, the first stage of the 37th edition of the Pierra Menta started with 212 teams. The Pierra Menta is the most famous ski-alpinism race in the …
Marie Amiguet, a specialist in wildlife reporting
Who is Marie Amiguet?
Marie Amiguet is a graduate with a biology degree. She quickly chose to live a nomadic and adventurous life by travelling …
Countdown to FWT23 Finals and the Fieberbrunn Pro
The FWT23 Finals will commence in Fieberbrunn, Austria. The weather window is hopefully set for March 11th to March 17th.
FWT23 Fieberbrunn Pro, in …
FWT23 – Kicking Horse Golden BC Pro
The FWT23 Kicking Horse Golden BC Pro was an exceptional event with spectacular performances that will not be easily forgotten. The level of skill and …
Scott Fischer: Mr. Rescue and the 1996 Everest Disaster
Who Was Scott Fischer?
Scott Fischer, born on December 24, 1955, was a celebrated American mountain climber, guide, and entrepreneur. In addition …
Aconcagua, an easy 6000m+ mountain to climb?
As the highest mountain in South America, the Southern Hemisphere, and one of the "seven summits" of the world, Aconcagua calls out to be climbed. It …
FWT Unveils Exciting Exhibition Ahead of Kicking Horse BC Competition
The FWT23 Kicking Horse BC event will host a special exhibition this year. The aim is to add an artistic layer to the event for those who appreciate …
Andrew Irvine: The Lost Climber
Who Was Andrew Irvine?
Andrew “Sandy” Comyn Irvine was born on April 8, 1902, in Birkenhead, England. He was born into a family with roots in Wales …
The sudden fall of Abel Moga in the Andorran FWT23
Abel Moga's spectacular fall in the FWT23. Abel Moga, one of the Tour's riders, experienced a surprising fall during Thursday's Ordino Arcarlís Pro, …
FWT23 Event #2 – Ordino Arcalís 2023
Ordino Arcalís 2023: The FWT23 competition is resuming in the Pyrenees Mountains of Andorra. Athletes continued from where they stopped in Baqueira …
The Freeride World Tour
What Is the Freeride World Tour?
FWT Management SA, a company based out of Verbier, Switzerland, has facilitated sporting events in mountain …
FWT23 – Wild Card at Ordino Arcalís
Iker Reyes Borras gets a Wild Card at Ordino Arcalís 2023
A Wild Card at Ordino Arcalís, as the second stage of FWT23 is about to commence. The …
FWT23 Event #1: Baqueira-Beret Pro 2023
The 2023 Freeride World Tour has begun! The Tour's first event, the Baqueira-Beret Pro, lived up to the hype! We look forward to following the events …