Arête
Arête is a French word for a sharp rocky ridge in the mountains or a steep sharp edge on a cliff that forms an outside corner like that of a building. Arêtes make spectacular and airy climbs.
Ian Spencer-Green climbs a perfect arête at Penitente Canyon, Colorado.
Photo © Stewart M. Green
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