Canadian skyrunner goes missing during training session for Matterhorn record attempt

Canadian athlete Kalie McCrystal has gone missing during preparations for a record attempt in the Alps.

Canadian skyrunner goes missing during training session for Matterhorn record attempt

TL;DR

  • Canadian athlete Kalie McCrystal has gone missing in the Alps.
  • She was training for a record attempt to ascend and descend the Matterhorn.
  • McCrystal was last seen on Tuesday descending the Italian side of the Matterhorn.
  • A helicopter search has been called off after failing to locate her.
  • Skyrunning involves running and scrambling at altitudes over 6,600ft.
  • McCrystal has extensive experience in high-altitude and technical mountain terrain.