Jeff Lowe

Jeff Lowe (September 13, 1950 - August 24, 2018) was an American alpinist and a pioneer in the world of climbing. Born in Ogden, Utah, Lowe gained fame for his visionary climbs and numerous first ascents in the US and Canadian Rockies, Alps, and Himalayas. He was a proponent of the Alpine style, advocating for small teams traveling fast with minimal gear. Lowe is credited with inventing mixed climbing and was instrumental in bringing modern ice climbing to the United States. He co-founded Lowe Alpine, a renowned outdoor gear company, and also founded Latok Mountain Gear and Cloudwalker. Lowe's contributions to the world of climbing and his innovative gear designs continue to be influential within the community.