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CLIMB: Behind the Scenes of the Cutting Edge Grant, with Jack Tackle
In this episode, we sit down with legend Jack Tackle to discuss all things cutting edge. We begin by diving into the many first ascents of Jack’s own alpinism career, his progress as a climber, and his deep history with the AAC. We cover the evolution of adventure grants in climbing, how the AAC’s Cutting Edge Grant got started, and why it’s the premiere climbing grant in today’s climbing scene. We also cover the last few years of successes that have come out of Cutting Edge Grant expeditions, a behind the scenes look at some of the considerations these alpinists face when pursuing such high-end objectives, and how Jack’s experience can shed light on the significance of these ascents. Plus, we cover some of the other AAC grants and how they meet the needs of climbers at all levels.
We don’t cover the exact details of the expedition planning process, or how important it is for these expeditions to be respectful and cognizant of both local cultures and environmental issues, or what happens when things go disastrously wrong. That’s for another episode!
If you love following the cutting edge of climbing, or are considering applying to the Cutting Edge Grant yourself this year, or want to soak up Jack’s wisdom, this dive into the history and present of adventure grants is a fascinating look at the logistics it takes to pursue the cutting edge!
You still have time to apply to the 2024 Cutting Edge Grant, presented by Black Diamond! Apply before midnight on Dec 31, 2024.Apply to the Cutting Edge Grant
Learn More About Jack Tackle’s Legendary Alpine Climbing Career
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CLIMB: Behind the Scenes of the Cutting Edge Grant, with Jack Tackle — American Alpine Club
In this episode, we sit down with legend Jack Tackle to discuss all things cutting edge. We begin by diving into the many first ascents of Jack’s own alpinism career, his progress as a climber, and his deep history with the AAC. We cover the evolution of adventure grants in climbing, how the AAC’s
American Alpine Club (americanalpineclub.org)
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Chris Sharma makes first ascent of Vision Quest – another F9a Mallorca DWS
Chris Sharma has added yet another stellar Deep Water Soloing first ascent on Mallorca, Vision Quest (F9a).
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Five Crazy Chris Sharma Deep Water Solos
He recently made the first ascent of a new 5.14d called Vision Quest, watch him on his most legendary ones below
The post Five Crazy Chris Sharma Deep Water Solos appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Five Crazy Chris Sharma Deep Water Solos - Gripped Magazine
He recently made the first ascent of a new 5.14d called Vision Quest, watch him on his most legendary ones below
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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Adam Shahar Gives Sleepwalker a V15 Grade
Originally graded V16, the most recent repeats say it's soft V16 or V15
The post Adam Shahar Gives Sleepwalker a V15 Grade appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Adam Shahar Gives Sleepwalker a V15 Grade - Gripped Magazine
Originally graded V16, the most recent repeats say it's soft V16 or V15
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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Chris Sharma get first ascent of Vision Quest – another F9a Mallorca DWS
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Trump Wants to Rename Alaska’s Denali Back to Mount McKinley
President Barack Obama had changed it to Denali in 2015
The post Trump Wants to Rename Alaska’s Denali Back to Mount McKinley appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
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La Rambla 5.15a for Taisei Homma
It's the Team Japan climber's hardest outdoor sport route to date
The post La Rambla 5.15a for Taisei Homma appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
La Rambla 5.15a for Taisei Homma - Gripped Magazine
It's the Team Japan climber's hardest outdoor sport route to date
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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Mobile app update!Vichy97 published a new alpha version of the OpenBeta app, with these changes!
Ok the new version is available for download! To know if you are on the right version, it's 1.0.0-alpha04. Some of the changes include
- map scale bar
- map compass
- "user location" button for map
- satellite layer for map
- "view on map" button for areas
- Lots of small map changes for things like labels and borders to make the map a bit cleaner
- ability to edit ticks
- ability to filter climbs by difficulty or type
- ability to zoom in on images
- fix timezones issues for ticks
- lots of tick ui improvements
- several crash fixes
And a ton small ui fixes and improvements. Too many to list here.
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KaiOS app development update!Perry writes:
I'm currently writing the KaiOS app again, it is now possible to search for climbing areas nearby, the search is done in the map view, it is started with the enter key. I have deliberately refrained from starting a new search when the user moves the map, because in the KaiOS devices excessive external requests fill up the RAM and freeze the system.
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Popular Canmore Crag Cougar Creek Reopens
One of Canada's busiest rock climbing canyons is open again, and yes there's even a fun ice climb up there
The post Popular Canmore Crag Cougar Creek Reopens appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Popular Canmore Crag Cougar Creek Reopens - Gripped Magazine
One of Canada's busiest rock climbing canyons is open again, and yes there's even a fun ice climb up there
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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Winners of a 2024 Climb Award for Women
Anja Petek and Patricija Verdev climbed a new route over five days this summer in the Indian Himalaya
The post Winners of a 2024 Climb Award for Women appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Winners of a 2024 Alpine Award for Women - Gripped Magazine
Anja Petek and Patricija Verdev climbed a new route over five days this summer in the Indian Himalaya
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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I top roped with the Petzl 8003 full body harness today and it worked great!
I top roped with the Petzl 8003 full body harness today and it worked great! Would recommend for folks who want to continue #climbing while pregnant
(And yes, this is apparently my announcement to the void about being pregnant. The internet says my baby will be banana sized next week)
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Seb Bouin Strikes Again, Establishing His Second Hardest Route to Date
The French superstar snags first ascent of ‘Wolf Kingdom,’ suggesting it’s on the harder end of 5.15c/9b+
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Outdoor Groups Support a New Welsh National Park
Outdoor and environmental groups have welcomed the Welsh Government's proposal to establish a new National Park in north-east Wales, but would like aspects of the plan to go further. A consultation on the park, which centres on the Clwydian Hil...
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A Marriage On The Rocks by Barbara Noseworthy
It’s 1981, and I’m 22 years old, about to graduate from college, trying to sort out what happens next. And there’s this guy I really like. He’s good looking, smart, funny, and a rock climber. I confess, I had this thing for rock climbers, especially those with large biceps. by Barbara Noseworthy, published in Volume…
A Marriage On The Rocks by Barbara Noseworthy
It’s 1981, and I’m 22 years old, about to graduate from college, trying to sort out what happens next. And there’s this guy I really like. He’s good looking…
The Climbing Zine (climbingzine.com)
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Chris Sharma Establishes New 5.14d Deep Water Solo
He adds Vision Quest to his long list of hard Mallorca DWS first ascents
The post Chris Sharma Establishes New 5.14d Deep Water Solo appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Chris Sharma Establishes New 5.14d Deep Water Solo - Gripped Magazine
He adds Vision Quest to his long list of hard Mallorca DWS first ascents
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
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