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Young woman dies after tragic rock climbing accident
9+ hour, 29+ min ago (86+ words) A young woman has died after falling from Mount Arapiles in Victoria while rock climbing. The 24-year-old suffered critical injuries on Monday, forcing paramedics to use a helicopter to winch her from the rock face." She was rushed to hospital…...
6 Climbing Ropes That Justify Their $200+ Price Tag
19+ hour, 49+ min ago (1544+ words) Key takeaway: The best climbing ropes of 2026 include durable all-around crag ropes, ultralight alpine cords, and high-performance redpoint ropes built for smooth handling, reliable catches, and long-term value. After months of testing, these six ropes stood out as the top…...
Family's heartbreak as climber dies in horror 20 metre fall
7+ hour, 48+ min ago (483+ words) Tributes are pouring in for an acclaimed climber who is being remembered as "a gentle man with a fantastic sense of humour." Tributes are flowing for a professional rock climber who was killed when he fell 20 metres from a mountain…...
Weekly-ish Recall: Always Climb, Never Fall
14+ hour, 27+ min ago (517+ words) Some Heroes enter the Overwatch universe cloaked in darkness, sneaking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. Sierra Woods? Not so much. If the hot pink drone didn't get your attention when Season 2 debuted, her sparkling grenades…...
In India, climbing struggles to get above indifference
19+ hour, 40+ min ago (533+ words) Blink and you might miss Indian speed climber Deepu Mallesh scaling a wall higher than five buses in five seconds. India, a country known for its fondness of cricket, has seen climbing surge in popularity, but those who want to…...
Will Stanhope, Professional Rock Climber, Dies After Fall From 'The Chief"
18+ hour, 3+ min ago (296+ words) Will Stanhope, a professional rock climber with deep ties to the rock climbing community, is dead after a fall from the Stawamus Chief on April 23. According to Squamish (B. C.) Search and Rescue (SAR), Stanhope fell around 65 feet and "sustained serious injuries…...
Climber Miraculously Survives 500-Foot Fall From Mountain
19+ hour, 4+ min ago (420+ words) A good pair of work boots is invaluable. However, most feel like they were designed by people who've never spent eight hours on a job site. Red Wing Shoes is aiming to change that with its new Iron Flex boot…...
Glenview's coolest kids' gym has climbing walls, giant slides and so m. ..
17+ hour, 7+ min ago (710+ words) With a variety of climbing areas and courses, Funtopia really brings out the fun for children and adults of all ages. It's a great space for friends and family and to keep everyone active indoors. This bigger picture: Funtopia is…...
Rock climber dies after 66ft plunge in climbing accident as family speak out
23+ hour, 7+ min ago (503+ words) Will Stanhope tragically died from his injuries(Image: Jam Press) A professional rock climber has tragically died after plummeting 66ft down a mountain drop. Will Stanhope sustained a serious head injury from the fall while on the trail. He had been…...