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10 Tips on Staying Warm in Winter by Andy Kirkpatrick

Last week we reported that Andy Kirkpatrick and Calum Muskett were on the (very cold) North Face of the Matterhorn. The pair had to retreat due to the cold and windy weather, and Calum was relieved not to have suffered cold injuries to his hands and feet. If there is...
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Gollum from The Hobbit - He's a Climber!

The release of Peter Jackson's new film The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies on 12th December may not appear to link to the climbing world, but Andy Serkis - the...
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REVIEWED: Mountain Hardwear Mixaction and Seraction Jackets

F ounded in 1993, Mountain Hardwear are a pretty young mountaineering clothing and equipment manufacturer but are also one of the biggest - producing a huge range of...
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Join Cavell Nurses' Trust in the Canadian Rockies!

At some point in our lives we all benefit from the amazing work and care of either a nurse, midwife or healthcare assistant. Sometimes, these caring individuals will also need looking after. They may find themselves in a position of financial and emotional hardship through illness, low income or domestic abuse. This is where the Cavell Nurses' Trust can step in to help them through difficult times.

We are looking for 100 individuals to join us for a fundraising week in the Canadian Rockies, filled with a choice of activities to suit you; ranging from rock climbing and mountain biking to kayaking and white water rafting, with the ultimate challenge: an ascent of Mount Edith Cavell! There is something for everyone!

Set yourself the ultimate challenge and join us for the experience of a lifetime!

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Competition
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COMPETITION: Win an Osprey Mutant 28

A pack designed for year-round ascents. Super light, flexible, strippable and seasonally versatile you can rely on this perennial climbing partner. To win one of these...

Photo of the Week
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Sea of Tranquility
Mike Meysner
Berghaus

Congratulations to Garbhanach for being voted Gallery of the Week by UKC users.

There were 182 new photos added added to the Photo Galleries this week

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Try Osprey's PackSizer and discover your perfect climbing partner

PackSizer™ is Osprey's multi award-winning digital pack fitting tool which will measure and match your torso size and gender to your ideal pack size across the entire Osprey range.

With this revolutionary app, you can view the sizing results of every Osprey pack that ideally fits your body measurements.

Try this free & innovative tool and find your perfect fitting climbing pack.

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Events Diary
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