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German climber Toni Kurz became trapped on the deadly Eiger North Face after a storm struck. Despite rescuers being just feet away, the 23-year-old mountaineer uttered his final words before dying in ...

Toni Kurz was one of the most accomplished climbers of his generation - but a fatal error led to his untimely death and his ...

At just 23, Kurz and Hinterstoisser were lured to the mountain face that would cost one climber his life. The North Face of the Eiger, known as 'Die Mordwand' (the Murder Wall), became the next ...

Toni Kurz was forced to cut the ropes tying him to his dead companions before attempting to descend the icy North Face of the Eiger in 1936, but he tragically died from exhaustion while suspended on a ...

Hiking provides immense cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits, but being in nature while participating in the activity might be the greatest advantage of all. When hiking on challenging terrain, ...

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What makes a good hiking boot? Rugged outsoles are a must. Ankle support, too. Waterproofing is optional, but as they say on the trail, better safe than sorry. Ultimately, different terrain calls for ...

Whether you’re a casual hiker, a seasoned backpacker, a thru-hiker chasing the triple crown or a world traveler, you’ve likely faced a classic footwear dilemma: hiking shoes vs. hiking boots. It’s a ...

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Though some people think we've moved past gorp's glory days, hiking culture, and the best hiking gear that goes with it, is very much alive—and thriving. National parks are more crowded than ever, ...