“Did you hear my hand touch the rock face?”

Sketchy little section of the Tour du Mont Blanc, one of Europe’s most popular hiking trails that encircles Mont Blanc massif. Kilian Bron’s hand actually made contact with the wall which could have easily bucked him to the left. Madness.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....