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2. List of climbing and mountaineering equipment brands

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   The following is a list of notable brands and manufacturers of climbing and mountaineering equipment (including for all forms of rock climbing and of ice climbing), sorted by continent and by country.

3. Crampons - Wikipedia

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   Since crampons are tighter and have larger spikes, they are typically used for mountaineering on steep and dense snow or glacial ice in order to maintain strong traction and avoid falls, whereas microspikes may be attached to multiple types of shoes and are generally used for hiking on flatter surfaces such as snow or even gravel or dirt.

4. Climbing shoe - Wikipedia

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   A vast majority of climbers choose to use tight climbing shoes since less restrictive shoes leave room for the foot to slip around inside the shoe and can make it harder for individuals to gain stability on smaller climbing surfaces. [1] [12] Smaller climbing shoes are especially common among more elite climbers. [12]

5. Tricouni - Wikipedia

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   Tricouni is the brand name of a metal nail used on mountain climbing shoes. Widely used in the past by mountain climbers and soldiers, it offers improved gripping on various surfaces. The Tricouni nail was invented in 1912 by a jeweler from Geneva , Félix-Valentin Genecand, alias "Tricouni" (1878-1957). [ 1 ]

6. Hiking boot - Wikipedia

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   Mountain walking or hiking boots are designed for mountain and hill walking, backpacking and mountaineering. Crampons can be attached to them for a better grip on glaciers or hard-packed snow. They are extremely strong, and durable, and have stiff soles to give the ankles support and protection on difficult rocky trails.

7. Climber Disappeared 100 Years Ago on Mount Everest ... - AOL

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   A climbing team discovered human remains that are believed to belong to Andrew Irvine, who went missing while climbing Everest in 1924 Climber Disappeared 100 Years Ago on Mount Everest. Sock with ...