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Russians Put Up Nails-Hard Alpine First Ascent, Nearly Don’t Make It Down

The first ascent of Kyrgyzstan's Peak Kosmos (19,494 ft.) took a 7-day push. Its grade is the hardest in the Russian alpine system: 6B (ED3).

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Aussie Surfer Wins Award for Biodegradable Surfboards

Young engineer and surfer Emile Theau won a major startup award for innovating 95% biodegradable performance surfboards. They're affordable, too.

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Carabiner Malfunction: Petzl Recalls Scorpio Eashook Via Ferrata Lanyard

Petzl issued a recall for every Scorpio Eashook sold in 2021. The brand says the carabiner gates may stop functioning, compromising safety.

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Para-Athlete Heads for Polar Record, Skier Pops 1440 Double Cork, and More Can’t-Miss Stories This Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

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Client Sues Climbing Guide for Dislodging Fridge-Sized Block, Letting Go of Rope

One man is suing a climbing guide and ACMGA for alleged "negligence and breach of contract" that lead to a near-fatal climbing accident.

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