Despite Earthquake German Mountaineer Finishes Mount Everest Winter Expedition
German climber Jost Kobusch safely reached base camp at the foot of Mount Everest, relieved and feeling accomplished. The climber braved high winds, freezing co ...
Incredible highs and a few Lowes: who are America’s greatest ever mountaineers?
Our mountaineering expert looks at America’s greatest ever mountaineers, detailing the historic ascents of the nation’s ...
A mountaineer's account of the Tibet earthquake: 'Everything was shaking'
German mountaineer Jost Kobusch was on Mount Everest when an earthquake hit that killed more than 120 people and injured many others. "At first I thought a serac had fallen off next to me," German ...
After Setting Winter Ascent Record on Everest, Kobusch Back to Camp 1
Journey Continues on Mt. Everest Jost Kousch of Germany continues to immerse himself in the winter climbing season on Mt. Everest, which began with t ...
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Daredevil alpinist sets bold new record on Mount Everest
German climber Jost Kobusch is attempting to become the first person to summit Mount Everest alone, in winter, without ...