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The Alpinist Mindset: Survival Psychology Behind Climbing Mountains
“The fittest shall survive and the weakest shall die. But what if the fittest has a death wish?” That’s what many people assume about alpinists—that they’ve got a death wish. A desire to go out with a bang, chasing a badge of bravado. Because what else could...
Salbit South Ridge + Takala – Alpine Climbing
A view of the crux from the south ridgeSalbitschijen: climbing the most beautiful ridge of the Alps Peak: Salbitschijen, Uri Height: 2985 m Difficulty: 6a, (5c obl.) Protections: Ok (alpine) Material: 50 m single rope or half ropes, 10 quickdraws Mobile protections:...
Guest Articles about travel and mountain sports: Guidelines
Overview If you would like to write a guest post for us, we have put together a little guide for you here. We are always happy to receive interesting guest posts that deal with mountain sports or adventure travel, but other helpful travel topics are also welcome....
Altitude acclimatization: tips for safe mountaineering
The fascination of the mountains attracts thousands of mountaineers to high altitudes every year. However, the ascent to these regions also harbours risks: The first symptoms of altitude sickness can occur from as low as 2500 metres. To reach the summit safely...
4000m peaks for beginners – Guideline
With a mountain guide on your first 4000 meter peak: A dream that becomes reality!Discover the world of the Alps with a 4000-meter peak for beginners Welcome to the heart of the Alps! There are a total of 48 4000-metre peaks on Swiss soil alone. But there are 82 in...
4000 of the Alps: a list of the 82 4000ers
All 4000ers of the Alps listed by altitude The ultimate list to plan your next 4000 meter peak with our mountain guides in Switzerland or abroad!Discover the world of the Alps with a 4000-meter peak for beginners Welcome to the heart of the Alps! There are a...
Edelrid: new rope party with Exped Tribe
Today we are proud to present our new partner for technical equipment Edelrid! The Edelrid brand needs no introduction to mountaineers and climbers: founded in 1863, the rope factory is now known worldwide for its high-quality equipment, whether for ice climbing,...
Freeride Airolo: How the cozy Ticino ski resort is becoming a Swiss freeriding mecca
Have you ever heard of Airolo? Then it's about time you got to know this small Ticino ski resort! Because in recent years, Airolo has developed into a true paradise for freeride enthusiasts.Introduction: Airolo, the new Swiss Mecca for freeride enthusiastsThe...
Affiliate Partner Program: A Clear recommendation!
Our mission at Exped Tribe is to enable adventurers and like-minded people to not only make new friends while traveling together, but also to experience unforgettable moments off the beaten track. Discover the adventure of a lifetime with Exped Tribe in exotic...
Ski tours on Hokkaido: experience untouched Japan on skis
We asked an enthusiastic guest called Thomas how he felt about our joint ski touring and freeriding trip to Hokkaido. In the following article, he tells us about his ski touring experiences on Hokkaido, the second largest island in Japan. Ready for some Japow...