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No matter what your level, taking care of your (very expensive!) gear is paramount to having a fun and safe time in the mountains. From rust to dull picks, here's a little guide on how to care for your ice tools.
Choosing the right ski boots is crucial as the right boot fit can transform your day on the mountain, while the wrong choice can ruin it. Taking the time the to choose the right ski boots will guarantee performance, comfort and pleasure, whether on the slopes or off-piste.
If there is one thing climbing parents can’t wait for, besides a real good night sleep, is the first time they will get their little ones on the rock. My kids are now in their teens, so I decided to use my journey to help you benefit from the things that went well and hopefully, help you avoid the things that did not go so well.
For myself, this [ vanlife ] meant parting ways with a couple vehicles I had spent years getting acquainted with on my cold concrete floor. I had turned every bolt on my drift car, building it from the ground up during the long hours of the night. It was like selling a loved one. Ultimately, the money I got for it was of little value compared to the joy it would bring from the adventures to come.
We are living in a time when it has never been easier to get into alpine climbing. With frequent courses and guided trips being run by guides across Canada, anybody can enjoy this sport. We, here at Vertical Addiction, have decided to come up with our top ten tips for getting into summer alpine climbing.