Alpine Principles: Fail Well | Uphill Athlete

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This video could save your life. Why? Because most mountain accidents happen on the descent. In “Fail Well,” the third installment of the Alpine Principles video series, we discuss why failure is important and detail how to descend well. Topics covered include how to err on the right side of survival; what kills descending climbers; and how to think in terms of islands of safety.

Success as an alpinist is dying of old age, in bed, surrounded by loved ones. Success on a climb is going up, making good decisions, and coming back down safely.

-by Steve House

Intro to the Alpine Principles Video Series
Alpine Principles: Perfect Preparation
Alpine Principles: Pay Attention

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