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Avalanche Kills 7 Climbers in French Alps

The Dome de Neige climbing route is exposed to avalanche danger at many points.

An avalanche killed seven climbers and injured one in the Pelvoux region of the French Alps today. This was the deadliest avalanche in the Alps this year. The avalanche happened at about noon local time on teh 13,000-foot Dome de Neige des Ecrins (snow dome of Ecrins). It was initially believed that 5 people had died in the avalanche. “The toll has increased – seven people have died.” – official […]

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SnowBrains | September 15, 2015
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How To Spot a Bad Ski Partner:

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How to spot a good partner might be a better question, but there is no yin without yang. So, Backcountry.com hit on how to spot a bad ski or mountaineering partner. Some good points are brought up. “This week we sat down with four of our sponsored athletes and asked for tips to spotting a douchebag mountaineering or skiing partner. We spoke to Exum Guide Andy Tankersly, Exum Guide Garrick Hart, Arc’teryx Athlete and two-time […]

SnowBrains | December 20, 2013
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