The decision of the jury at the 2013 Piolets d’Or to share the prize among all six shortlisted ascents was surprising, controversial and arguably in the best interests of alpinism. But, as half the organising committee quits, what role will the award have in the future? And should there be such a thing as first prize in mountaineering? Ed Douglas reports. Read more »
In a continuous seven-day round trip from Chalten, a three-man Argentinian team made a remarkable traverse along the ridge north of Paso del Viento, including the ascent of a previously virgin summit, to finish on top Cerro Torre. Read more »
Widely reported, Austrian climber David Lama has made a much-coveted first free ascent of the south-east ridge of Cerro Torre. Read more »
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