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Cerro Torre Claims a World-Class Alpinist’s Life: The Timeline

On January 28, an avalanche on Patagonia’s Cerro Torre claimed the life of accomplished alpinist Corrado “Korra” Pesce. Here’s what happened. The following story was originally published on Explorersweb.  As previously reported at Explorersweb.com, Corrado Pesce’s rescue operation ended on January 29, after a drone spotted his lifeless body in the snow. An avalanche on Cerro... Read more »

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First All-Black Everest Expedition, ‘Full Circle,’ Starts Trek to Base Camp

If all 10 members of the Full Circle Everest Expedition summit, they'll double the number of Black people who have stood on the roof of the world.

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Breaking: Avalanche on Cerro Torre Strikes One of the World’s Best Climbers

At dawn, an avalanche on Cerro Torre hit Argentine mountain guide Tomas Aguilo and his partner, Corrado Pesce of Italy. Pesce is still stranded.

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Bouldering, Climbing, Explainer Series, Mountaineering, Rock -

The Definitive Guide to Climbing Jargon

If you're cruxing out on climbing vocab, check out GearJunkie's guide to the jargon — from gripping onsights to jingus gear and more.

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One of Scotland’s Hardest Mixed Climbing Routes Gets Gritty First Repeat

Mixed climbing in Scotland doesn't get much harder than Martin Moran's 'The Wailing Wall' (IX 9). A vivid report followed the route's first repeat.

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