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Three of the most iconic north face routes in the Alps were climbed in under 16 hours this spring
The post Alpinist’s New Speed Record and a Controversy appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
Three of the most iconic north face routes in the Alps were climbed in under 16 hours this spring
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
The tragedy happened as dozens of climbers prepare to make a summit attempt
The post Climber Dies in Avalanche on K2 appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
The tragedy happened as dozens of climbers prepare to make a summit attempt
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She's the first American woman to win a gold in a Lead and Boulder World Cup
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She's the first American woman to win a gold in a Lead and Boulder World Cup
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by Lucas Roman. This story is published in Volume 18. Banner photo by Hobo Greg Brad Gobright is pure of heart. So pure, in fact, that he may never have faced a dilemma in all his life. That’s not exactly serving him well right now, as he’s stuck in a pickle of his own making,…
Lucas Roman’s heartfelt and whimsical tribute to the his friend, and first climbing partner, the late Brad Gobright. Published in Vol. 18.
The Climbing Zine (climbingzine.com)
More than 100 years on from the tragic events of the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition, Julie Summers, the great niece of Sandy Irvine, and mountaineer and narrator Matt Sharman seek insights into the 1920s Everest expeditions in interviews with many well-know climbers, including Sir Chris Bonington, Rebecca Stephens, Krish Thapa, Dr. Mel...
Luke’s conversation with Sam MacIlwaine, who contributed the poem “Dirtbag” to Volume 25 of The Climbing Zine, and is also featured on the back cover of that issue. Subscribe/ score some books/clothes/stickers: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ Our sponsors for Season 7: Kilter: http://settercloset.com (email holds@kiltergrips.com for more information) Scarpa: www.scarpa.com Osprey: https://www.osprey.com/ photo by Jordi Llauradó
When the temperatures soar and you still want to climb, consider these tips when choosing your destination for the day
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When the temperatures soar and you still want to climb, consider these tips when choosing your destination for the day
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While on a short visit to Idaho, the V17 climber took down a series of Matt Fultz boulder problems
The post Noah Wheeler Climbing Two V15s in a Session appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
While on a short visit to Idaho, the V17 climber took down a series of Matt Fultz boulder problems
Gripped Magazine (gripped.com)
Typical Sunday used gear peruse. Filing through overpriced ultralights. Old green rock empire robot. Outdated, unwanted, undervalued… “Perfect.” This cam had chemistry, To be there for someone in the thinnest of situations, In the wildest of areas, Attached at the hip. Now devoid of adventure, Grown apart, Told that it’s not the…
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