Repeating One of the World’s Hardest Alpine Climbs

In 1991, legendary alpinist Jeff Lowe spent nine days on the icy north face of the Eiger without fixed protection. Fittingly, Lowe named his pioneering route "Metanoia," a Greek word that describes a paradigm shift in a way of thinking.

Metanoia can be counted among the hardest routes ever climbed, especially in this style. In the 25 years since Lowe's first ascent, the route has been attempted several times, but it was only just successfully repeated two months ago by a team of ridiculously talented climbers, Stephan Siegrist, Thomas Huber and Roger Schaeli. 

The trio followed in the footsteps of Lowe, unearthing the dedication and perseverance inherent in this groundbreaking ascent, and putting together one of the strongest shows of climbing prowess since.