Émile Rey

Émile Rey was a Swiss engineer and inventor known for his contributions to mountain climbing equipment in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He developed innovative crampons—spikes attached to boots—to improve grip on ice and snow, making mountain ascents safer and more accessible. Rey’s designs advanced the technology used in alpinism, helping climbers tackle previously treacherous terrains. His work played a significant role in the evolution of mountaineering gear, influencing the safety and success of many ascents during that era.