In January 2026, Hari Budha Magar reached the summit of Mount Vinson, completing the Seven Summits challenge. With that final ascent, he became the first double above-knee amputee to stand on the highest peak on every continent. Source: https://teamforces.org/2026/01/08/hari-budha-magar-summits-mt-vinson/ This achievement reflects years of steady progress, careful planning, and adaptive problem-solving. For mountaineers who value […]
First Ascent of Changla Khang Opens a New Chapter in Himalayan Exploration
In November 2025, two American alpinists completed the first ascent of Changla Khang (6,233 m) in a rarely visited region of Nepal near the Tibetan border. Climbed in true alpine style, the ascent highlights the kind of exploration that still defines modern mountaineering—quiet, deliberate, and far from the crowds. For climbers like Sonam Saxena, who […]
Bharath Thammineni Becomes First Indian to Summit Nine 8,000-Metre Peaks
A Major Milestone in High-Altitude Mountaineering Indian mountaineer Bharath Thammineni has reached a rare benchmark in the climbing world: summiting nine of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks. His most recent ascent of Cho Oyu (8,188 m) in October 2025 secured his place in history. For climbers like Sonam Saxena, who has stood on summits from Mount […]
Skyline Scotland 2025: Tough Trails, High Spirits, and a Look Ahead
This year’s Skyline Scotland 2025 brought runners and mountaineers together at the Nevis Range near Fort William for a weekend of intense competition and shared adventure. Known for its technical routes and unpredictable weather, the event offered a true test of endurance—both physical and mental. After a year’s break, the festival returned stronger than ever […]
Kendal Mountain Festival 2025: A Global Celebration of Adventure
This November, thousands of outdoor enthusiasts will gather in Cumbria for the Kendal Mountain Festival 2025—one of the world’s leading celebrations of mountaineering, adventure, and storytelling. From November 20–23, the festival will host more than 200 events, including adventure films, talks, workshops, and exhibitions. Learn more about the Kendal Mountain Festival here. What makes Kendal […]