Soling technology developer Vibram has paid tribute to veteran mountaineer Jim Whittaker, who died at the age of 97 on April 7.

In 1963, Mr Whittaker became the first climber from the US to complete the ascent of Everest. He also led the first US exhibition to reach the summit of K2 in 1978. On both ascents, he wore footwear with Vibram soles.

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