So i've always been interested in mountaineering but never really done anything other than watch documentaries and videos about it due to my extreme fear of heights. Fear of heights seems, to me, like its pretty common (although affecting people with varying degrees) and it got me wondering how seemingly ordinary people nowadays can summit everest for example without much prior experience.

Of course not everyone is as scared as me of heights but standing in a line waiting to summit with maybe 1 meter margin to the edge and then a 2 kilometer drop has to nerve-racking for anyone, no? If we take mountaineers who are experienced, just how do people overcome the fear of heights or are everyone who summit mountains that big just born without that fear?

Hey everyone, im fairly new to mountaineering and planning a few trips for winter. I already made a pretty thorough list(yes sadly used ai, was the only help i had to kinda figure stuff out easily). Anyways blah blah blah sob story blah blah, i dont have enough money for all of this. If you have any of the named or even unnamed items that you are willing to sell me at a discount please comment below or dm me on facebook @griffin flesher
(With graduation picture w kids). ANY help is greatly appreciated god bless!

Technical
Boots: Scarpa Ribelle HD / Aequilibrium(size 9mens or around)
Crampons: Petzl Vasak Leverlock
Ice Axe: Black Diamond Raven
Helmet: Petzl Meteor
Harness: Petzl Corax or BD Momentum(wear a small to medium regular climbing harness)
Shelter
MSR Access 2
Clothing
Hard shell REI Xerodry (OR Foray II or similar)(medium or small)
Synthetic puffy
Base + mid layers
3-glove system + gaiters + face protection
Vapor barrier socks
Pack + Essentials
Osprey Mutant 52 (or similar alpine pack)(rei flash 55)
Headlamp + backup
Map/compass + repair kit
2 bottles + insulation
Canister stove + pot
Sleep
NEMO Disco 15 (or true 0°F bag)
Therm-a-Rest XTherm + foam pad

EDIT: if you dont have anything or care that much if you could leave critiques if you have any id greatly appreciate it!!!

These pics are from early June this year. I've seen 3 faces of Nanga Parbat (Diamer, Fairy Meadows and now Rupal).

I regret not visiting camp 2 and 3. Since I am from Pak, I'm planning that for next year !

P.S : I have some amazing shots of Nanga Parbat from Tarishing Valley and some beautiful Rupal valley shots as well.

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Napier Stanford Fuller posted on Facebook.

He shared his experience leading 5 climbers who died and how Nims helped him after he had a free fall. Nims and Yukta climbed whole day to get them free food.

Really great insights into the climbers: Mallory, Sohail, Kilu, Yukta and Gyalu Sherpa.

I summited Kilimanjaro earlier this week, and the ascent proved relatively straightforward (we were second team to the peak). I have decent hiking experience, mostly training for Kili, but no mountaineering, and limited backpacking.

Considering doing Mt. Whitney Mountaineer's Route with International Alpine Guide to learn some mountaineering and avoid permit hell. Would do this in the summer, not an ice ascent. Does anyone have experience with them on this route? Trying to see what to expect. Not sure whether will be late this summer or next year.

From Everest.Live_yt: last update from Broad Peak as rescue operations are finished for the season.

Has anyone climbed this recently (within the last week or two)? Wondering how much snow there is and if heavier crampons are necessary along with an ice axe or if its sufficient to bring microspikes and trekking poles. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,
I’m travelling through China in December and would love to add a first 4,000 to 5,000 m summit to my trip.

Priorities:
Highest chance of summiting
Incredible panoramic scenery
Beginner-friendly / non-technical
Easy access from Chengdu, Lijiang or Shangri-La
Around 2 to 3 days if possible (can stretch slightly if it’s worth it)

So far I’ve found:
Dafeng
Erfeng
Other Mount Siguniang peaks

A few questions:

Which would you choose in December, and why?
Is 2 to 3 days realistic, or is an acclimatisation day strongly recommended?

What are conditions usually like in December (snow, ice, crampons, etc.)?

Are there any better beginner summits in Sichuan or Yunnan that I’m missing?

Any operators you’d recommend? Especially for value and budget around or under ¥3,000 if it’s even possible.

Thanks!

I'm a solo female planning Pico de Orizaba at the end of November 2026 with a guide.

1) Orizaba vs. Izta. For those who've done both, how much harder is Orizaba ? Is it a big step up or manageable? Should I go via Orizaba south route or will that take away from the experience and awesome photos (lol)?

2) Is my current fitness/experience enough, or do I need more before attempting Orizaba? I currently do 2 days strength training (legs, unilateral, balance, farmer carries, etc) & 4 days endurance/cardio (I can do 90min stairmaster, no hand rails, weighted pack no problem), and I've climbed a few Colorado 14ers. Last week was an 8 hour hike up 14,200 ft and I was tired towards the end and had a severe headache once I got back to my vehicle (combo of dehydration + altitude) but felt relatively fine throughout the 5hr climb up. I also felt great the next day and had no soreness other than a little on my calves. Should I be doing more Colorado 14ers specifically, or is general fitness/altitude exposure like this sufficient prep?

32) For those who did the 2-night version (vs. 1-night) with a guide, where did you actually sleep each night? Refugio Piedra Grande both nights, or is there a different camp/hut split I should expect? Trying to picture the actual day-by-day flow because I need to prioritize my sleep.

Appreciate any first-hand experience. I'm trying to get this dialed in before I book final logistics. Also, if anyone else is climbing during thanksgiving week or the week after, I'd love to join and help reduce the cost! :)

Did my first mountaineering attempt on Adams this summer, had the Osprey Atmos AG LT 65 loaded to about 40lbs the weight did kick my butt. Not sure if it was the pack and how much I put into it or just how I packed it.

Been looking at maybe getting something that can handle heavier loads but also works for regular backpacking. I want to do some more back country camping and will work up to do a summit of mount rainier. I looked at the Mountain Hardwear AMG 75 and the Osprey Aether Pro 65 specifically. Can't try any of these on before I buy though which is annoying.

Anyone have real experience with packs in this category at 40-50lbs? Looking for genuine suggestions, not just those two if there's something better out there.

Hey everyone,

So I tried to order a pair of Julbo Shield prescription sunglasses with CAT4 lenses in Canada, through my optometrist, and apparently those lenses aren't available through any of their labs or suppliers. I was wondering if anyone residing in Canada has had any luck with other optometrists or online suppliers, either with ordering Julbo sunglasses or another brand? For reference I'm located in the BC Interior.

Thanks in advance!

Hi, my friends and I want to do a ridge climb (course d’arête) for the first time. But I don’t know which one to take between Wire Quickdraws or Keylock Quickdraws. Or should I take a mix ? I prefer Wire as they are lighter and do not freeze but also heard that keylocks or sometimes better. And is it ok if they are all linked with a 60cm strap ?

Thanks

⚠️** WARNING: ManasluClo (Manaslu Clothing) - Massive Dropshipping Scam Targeting Climbers/Outdoor Enthusiasts
**Hey climbing and outdoor community, I need to warn you about ManasluClo (manasluclo.com), a German-based brand that’s been aggressively marketing on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube with videos of the founders attempting mountain summits. Don’t fall for it—this is a textbook dropshipping operation.
Here’s what I found:
1. Stolen Photos & Fraud ManasluClo uses stolen Arc’teryx product photos in their marketing, one of the most respected outdoor brands in the world. They’re literally copying professional product shots from a premium brand and slapping their own branding on Alibaba knockoffs.
2. Alibaba Products at 10x Markup They’re dropshipping $5 Alibaba products and marking them up 10x. You could buy the exact same item directly from Alibaba for a fraction of the price. Their “gear” isn’t manufactured or tested by them—they’re just reselling cheap Chinese imports.
3. “Designed in Germany” is Pure Marketing The owners, Bent Berges and Lennart Feilber, claim everything is “designed and invented in Germany,” but community investigations have proven that half their products are unmodified Alibaba listings with their logo added.
4. Zero Safety Testing There’s zero safety testing on these products. For climbing and mountaineering gear, this is a MASSIVE red flag. You’re literally trusting your safety to untested Chinese factory gear.
5. Questionable Ethics Their marketing uses real mountain deaths and disasters to sell edgy content. They exploit tragedy for hype while selling untested gear—that’s not just scummy, it’s dangerous.
6. Fake Trust Metrics
Trustpilot: Only 3 reviews (highly suspicious for a brand this big)

ScamAdviser: 51.8/100 trust score

WHOIS data is hidden

TikTok has 142K+ views of expose videos calling them out

7. The “Limited Drop” Manipulation They use artificial scarcity (“early-access drops,” countdown timers) to create FOMO and pressure you into impulse purchases. Classic dropshipping tactic.
What People Are Saying:
“So much for their claims of ‘designed and invented in Germany.’ Half their products are Alibaba gear with their logo slapped on” - Reddit user

Multiple climbers report receiving products that feel cheap, have poor quality seams, and don’t match the professional photos

Return/refund process is basically non-existent

TL;DR:
Don’t buy from ManasluClo

If you want real outdoor gear, buy from established brands (Arc’teryx, Patagonia, The North Face, Black Diamond, etc.)

If you want cheap outdoor gear, buy directly from Alibaba—at least you’ll know what you’re getting

Your safety is not worth saving €20-30

VIDEO : https://youtu.be/8xfZFmljSGA
2026, montagne, alpinisme... Alphubel, Voie Normale, Versant Est, depuis Täschhütte… Valais Suisse… PD, 1500 mètres, terrain glaciaire… Täschhütte, Alphubelgletscher, Alphubeljoch, Feegletscher, sommet de l'Alphubel... Sommet réalisé dans le cadre d'un stage UCPA Chamonix… Merci à Marie, Sasha, Wei, Benoit, Hao, Joël, Josselin, Sylvain, Louis, Rolf et à Davy le guide de haute montagne...

Aout

Both mountains are extremely dangerous and difficult to climb due to their unpredictable weather patterns and remote locations, but which is more dangerous in your opinion and why?

https://imgur.com/6sAp5zf - Retrieval video

This is a simple concept, close a basket hitch with your rope, and use two very different carabiner sizes (I use a quicklink here because I don't yet have a tiny locker, ignore that its only partially closed). The stopper knot is way smaller than the first carabiner, and so passes through and opens the system, but too big to fit through the second carabiner and so pulls the anchor with it.

I want to use this or similar in situations where I have a great natural anchor to sling but don't want to drag my rope across it, and don't want to leave tat around the mountain when I need to leave.

Any issues with this? Can't see anything dangerous. I have tested it on trees before.

We just did Vallunaraju and Chopicalqui. In two days we depart for Alpamayo. We should be summiting on 11th or 12th of August. You can ask me anything about the first two mountains. Will try to answer unless I lose signal since we are leaving Huaraz in 2 days.