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nzalpineteam
Dec 28, 20168 min read
Independant Climbing & Trekking in theLangtangValley, Nepal
North of Kathmandu, bordering Tibet, is the picturesque and highly diverse Lantang Valley. For any outdoor enthusiast this is the ideal...
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nzalpineteam
Dec 27, 201620 min read
Canada Ice Climbing 2017
The New Zealand Alpine Team is spending three weeks ice climbing in the Canadian Rockies around Canmore, Alberta this January. Follow...
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nzalpineteam
Dec 24, 20164 min read
Arthurs Pass Ice
The words Arthurs Pass and ice are two words most climbers never use in the same sentence. The fact of the matter is, ice routes do exist...
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nzalpineteam
Dec 11, 20163 min read
Macpac Prophet Jacket
After doing the maths on my trusty old Macpac Paclite jacket and realizing there were more patches than actual jacket, I knew the time...
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nzalpineteam
Nov 17, 20162 min read
A New Route on the South-West Buttress of Bruce Peak
We did not rate our chances of success as we fought our way up the South Temple in heavy rain. The river was flooded, making the track...
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nzalpineteam
Nov 7, 20164 min read
Tears of Papatuanuku (East Face of Mt Talbot)
I'd done several of the classic rock routes up on Moirs and on the back of Barrier Knob over the past summer months but I'm ashamed to...
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nzalpineteam
Nov 7, 20163 min read
Macpac Fitzroy Soft Shell Pants Review
The Fitzroy is Macpac’s premier soft shell pant which combines breathable stretch and high water resistant materials that make a...
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nzalpineteam
Oct 21, 20168 min read
Alpine training in Australia
While there may be a lacking of high mountains or ice and mixed climbing, with some imagination, there is no shortage of opportunities to...
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nzalpineteam
Sep 12, 20164 min read
South Face Mt Hicks – Curver
A trip up the Hooker Glacier to Empress Hut is one of the must do Kiwi alpine experiences for any visiting or local mountaineer. When I...
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nzalpineteam
Sep 5, 20164 min read
NZAT Ice Training Camp
As part of our training for the up and coming team trip to Canada, the team spent the weekend prior to the Remarkables Ice and Mixed...
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nzalpineteam
Aug 31, 20167 min read
Remarkables Ice & Mixed Festival 2016
Now in its fifth year running, the Remarkables Ice & Mixed Festival is becoming a must-attend event on the NZ climbing calendar! Climbers...
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nzalpineteam
Jul 22, 20163 min read
Choosing the right climbing rope
There is no rope that does every job. Therefore when building your selection of climbing ropes here are a few points to consider. As an...
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nzalpineteam
May 25, 201622 min read
Peru Expedition 27 May – 30 June 2016
Menu Trip Summary and Four New Routes on Taulliraju Photo Album About the Expedition Itinerary Costs Packing List Sponsors List Press...
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nzalpineteam
May 18, 20162 min read
Press Release: NZAT Peru Expedition 2016
Press Release 19 May 2016 Departing on the 27th May, the Expedition Climbers? Club (ECC) 2016 Peru Expedition will be the largest...
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nzalpineteam
Apr 6, 20168 min read
Ozymandias Direct – Mt Buffalo
It all started at the ‘Death Stairs’, a flight of 250 steps above Coogee beach, Sydney. The endorphins were obviously running rampant...
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nzalpineteam
Mar 1, 20162 min read
Super Couloir Direct Mt Blanc du Tacul Beta
Climbing the Super Couloir on Mt Blanc du Tacul via its classic direct start is a must do climb for many alpinists visiting the Chamonix...
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nzalpineteam
Feb 16, 20165 min read
North Buttress of Sabre, Standard Route
You should have a crack at Sabre if you want something tough. By god, there's a mountain for you! G Hall-Jones to M Gill, c.a. 1958 In...
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nzalpineteam
Feb 1, 20162 min read
Aiguille Sans Nom North Face Direct linking to Gabarrou Silvy
Aiguille Sans Nom Direct linking to Gabarrou Silvy The North Face of the Aiguille Sans Nom is one of the classic big faces of the...
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nzalpineteam
Jan 31, 20162 min read
The Carrington Rouse
The Carrington Rouse (originally known as the Rebuffet Terray) is a classic ice and mixed climb on the Aiguille Des P?lerins in the...
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nzalpineteam
Jan 18, 20164 min read
The Progeny: A First Ascent of the West Ridge of Percy Smith
From what is admittedly a very limited amount of experience, there's one thing about first ascents which stands out to me. Perhaps I do...
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