Hello Climbers, Over the weekend, our teams reported excellent climbing conditions on the route above Camp Muir. The current route ascends via the Ingraham Direct, with a traverse around 12,700 feet leading out to Camp Comfort. From there, climbers are enjoying a direct line to the summit on moderate-angle snow. With cooler temps holding steady, […]
Here we go! We’ve officially kicked off the summer climbing season with teams already in the field this week. Our first Rainier Muir climbing team made a summit attempt yesterday but was turned around at 12,800 feet due to weather. Mt Rainier currently sits at around 85% of its snowpack with approximately 123” of snow […]
Big mountains demand more than just strong legs and good cardio. High-altitude expeditions test your ability to perform in low-oxygen environments, push through physical fatigue, and stay mentally sharp when it matters most. That’s where breathwork comes in. In our recent Breathwork for Mountaineers webinar, Anthony Lorubbio—founder and head coach at Recal Training—shared powerful, evidence-based […]
