In the world of high-altitude mountaineering, success is often measured by patience and the ability to endure long weeks of acclimatization. However, in January 2026, Colorado-based athlete Erin Ton turned that traditional playbook on its head. On January 28, Ton shattered the female Fastest Known Time (FKT) on Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas, […]
Mountain Climbing
Hari Budha Magar Completes the Seven Summits as a Double Amputee
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 […]