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“Some mountaineers are proud of having done all their climbs without bivouac. How much they have missed ! And the same applies to those who enjoy only rock climbing, or only the ice climbs, onyl the ridges or faces. We should refuse none of the thousands and one joys that the mountains offer us at every turn. We should brush nothing aside, set no restrictions. We should experience hunger and thirst, be able to go fast, but also to go slowly and to contemplate.”

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Gaston Rebuffat
Gaston Rebuffat

Gaston Rebuffat, born on May 7, 1921, was a renowned mountain guide from France. He held a significant position in the mountaineering community in the mid-20th century, known for his exceptional mountaineering skills and extensive experience. Rebuffat achieved notable successes in the Alps and the Himalayas, serving as a core member of the French mountaineering team. more

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