Introducing Dougal Tavener
Dougal is a Chamonix-based athlete and mountain guide with an impressive global resume. His climbing and ski career showcases a diverse skill set, from leading significant expeditions like Ama Dablam in Nepal to navigating complex terrain in the Alps and Norway.
Key Achievements
Sport Climbing: Elite-level ascents with redpoints to 8c (5.14b) and onsights to 8a (5.13b).
Traditional Climbing: Strong UK onsight record up to E7.
Big Wall & Alpine: Extensive experience on hard Grand Courses in the Alps, recently underscored by an impressive onsight of the 15-pitch 7c+ (ED) route "L'Or du Temps" on Grand Capucin.
“I’ve always been drawn to the most extreme environments – the colder, the harsher, the better. When I’m in the mountains or deep in the Arctic, I’m completely focused, completely present. Montane gear allows me to do what I love without compromise – it keeps me prepared, so I can stay in the moment and push harder.”
- Dougal Tavener