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Partnership between Wenger and the mountain climber Ueli Steck

News published on : 25.02.2009

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December the 28^th: Ueli Steck climbed the north face of the Grandes Jorasses, part of the famous Mont Blanc mountains, in 2 h 21 min and established a new speed record. Just 2 weeks after, he climbed the north face of the famous Matterhorn, route Schmid, in 1 h 56 min, a new speed record as well.

December 2008 : Ueli Steck and his partner Simon Anthamatten were honoured with the „Prix Courage 2008“.
In May of this year the two climbers hurried up to help two comrades in distress at the Annapurna massif in Nepal at 7,400 meters above sea level. The Rumanian survived thanks to the intervention of the two.

August 2008: First freeclimb of the very difficult climbing route in the Eiger Northface.

Wenger and Ueli Steck. It is a natural bond between two Swiss who both have their sights set on the summits. After their first meeting a few months ago, it soon became apparent that the Jura-based company and the mountaineer shared the same awareness of quality, a multi-functional approach and meticulous attention to detail. Rather than being a financial sponsor, Wenger preferred to be a partner to Ueli Steck. That is why they are working together to develop several knives specially designed for climbers and other mountain lovers and for adventurers who use a base camp as the first stage of their ascent.

During his last expedition, the mountaineer tested several knives from the Wenger models range, including the lightest of all, the Nail Clip in its Soft Touch version. Manufactured from the finest stainless steel, this pocket knife with a built-in nail clipper and non-slip rubber surface makes an ideal addition to every compact backpack. This tool went with him every day and was a boon in all kinds of situations. Through this cooperation, Wenger proposes to support Ueli Steck in his goal of integrating modern mountaineering into all his expeditions. Wenger thus will acquire new knowledge thanks to this exceptional mountaineer.