Nikol Kovalchuk and the True Explorers Grand Slam
To most people, any one of the Explorers Grand Slam missions would be the goal of a lifetime. Nikol Kovalchuk is on pace to finish them all before her youngest child starts high school.
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The Uphill Journey of Matt Ruta
Matt Ruta, a humble and tenacious Rab athlete from Golden, BC, is charting a path to the 2026 Winter Olympics. Balancing steep first descents and skimo training with summertime trail running and climbing, he's all about the journey.
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Massif Envy: Scaling The World’s “Biggest” Mountain
Even when nothing really goes wrong, scaling the world’s "biggest" mountain is no small feat. “If anyone’s up on the ridge, they’re dead.”
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Everest Guide Adrian Ballinger: Women Climbers Stronger than Men
In the world of big-mountain climbing, decision-making is king. Every footfall counts. Every handhold. Every piece of weather demands action.
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