Alpine Climbing Skills

Steep approaches, weighty loads, and full days make climbing in the alpine a serious affair. Likewise, climbers with big alpine goals should take their training seriously.

Use this expert advice to never lose touch with your partner on a long route.

"Alpine climbing seems like a great way to escape the crowds, but a little intimidating. What’s a good progression?"

Progress capture devices can be used to save energy and climb harder on big alpine routes.

When swinging leads on a multi-pitch route, the belay transitions are often the biggest time suck. But they don't have to be.

Staying in balance-neutral (and in control) on your return to Earth is mission critical to walking away.

Gaia GPS's premium accounts, available with your Outside+ membership, can be used to help you safely assess and navigate avalanche terrain.

Assign point values to each piece in an anchor to assess overall reliability

Meal preparation advice for expedition cuisine

Check out Kel Rossiter's author page.

Stay in control with these masterful glissading techniques

Check out Julie Ellison's author page.

Build a maximum-strength anchor in ice with two pieces

Experience-driven tips and tricks for cooking in the alpine

Learn how to use snow as an anchor

Check out Laura Snider's author page.