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Diverse ice climbers ascend a towering blue and white ice formation above Lake Superior in Michigan's U.P., demonstrating the region's prime ice climbing.

Midwest Ice: A Guide to Climbing in Michigan’s U.P.

Alfredo Ramses - June 26, 2025

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Climber in headlamp light setting up emergency bivy sack on granite ledge at dusk, alpine backdrop

Why Staying Warm Is Only Half Your Bivouac Problem

Alfredo Ramses - June 10, 2026

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Experienced ice climber intently decoding complex ice formations and conditions on a frozen waterfall, planning safe ascent strategies with ice tools and gear.

Decode Ice: Formations, Conditions for Safe Ascents

Alfredo Ramses - May 27, 2025

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Two diverse climbers outdoors choosing from various bouldering crash pads, illustrating a full guide on how to choose the right crash pad.

Pick Your Best Bouldering Crash Pad: Full Guide

Alfredo Ramses - May 28, 2025

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Mountaineer in self-arrest position braking a slide on a snow slope with an ice axe

Ice Axe Self-Arrest in 4 Steps for Any Fall

Alfredo Ramses - June 10, 2026

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Climbing Disciplines & Styles

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The climbing disciplines compared: sport, trad, bouldering, ice and alpine. What each one demands, what gear it needs, and which fits how you climb.

A professional ice climber in Arc'teryx gear scaling a brittle blue ice pillar in a frozen canyon, illuminated by a shaft of cold sunlight highlighting the texture of the frozen waterfall.

Ice & Mixed Climbing

Why Cold Ice Shatters: Brittle Fracture Mechanics Guide

Alfredo Ramses - December 30, 2025 0

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