Climbing News

François Cazzanelli climbs Kimshung (6750m):

François Cazzanelli’s recent ascent of Kimshung (6750m) in Nepal’s Langtang region marks a bold new chapter in Himalayan alpinism. Here's a detailed look at this impressive achievement:🏔️ First Ascent of Kimshung (6750m) by François Cazzanelli📍 Location & ContextKimshung is a remote peak in the…

Balin Miller, a 23-year-old Alaskan climber, died while rope soloing the Sea of Dreams route on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park.

🕯️ Remembering Balin Miller: A Bold Spirit Lost on El CapitanBalin Miller, a 23-year-old climber from Alaska, died in early October 2025 while rope soloing the notoriously difficult Sea of Dreams route on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Known for his fearless approach and deep passion for the…

Skiing Down the Roof of the World: Andrzej Bargiel’s Historic Descent of Everest

On September 22, 2025, Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel etched his name into the annals of extreme sports history by becoming the first person to ski down Mount Everest from the summit to base camp without supplemental oxygen.🏔️ The Ascent: A Battle Against Thin AirBargiel began his summit…

Italian climbers Matteo Della Bordella and Marco Majori completed the first winter ascent of the legendary Casarotto route on Fitz Roy in Patagonia

❄️ First Winter Ascent of Fitz Roy’s Casarotto RouteOn September 7, 2025, Italian climbers Matteo Della Bordella and Marco Majori etched their names into Patagonian climbing history by completing the first-ever winter ascent of the legendary Casarotto route on Fitz Roy’s Goretta Pillar.🧗‍♂️ The…

Saint Javelin 8c (FA)

Alex Megos’ first ascent (FA) of Saint Javelin (graded 8c) is another testament to his elite status in the world of sport climbing. Though specific details about this route are scarce online, it fits squarely within Megos’ reputation for establishing and dispatching cutting-edge climbs with…