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  • The Singularity V15 Repeated in Squamish

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    Toshi Takeuchi sent the problem on his final attempt of the final day of his visit to the Canadian town The post The Singularity V15 Repeated in Squamish appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/the-singularity-v15-repeated-in-squamish/
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    In celebration of Jerry week we have been running a sale on our “The Dirtbag is Dead” and “Send Your Face” designs. Shirts are on sale for $25 Hoodies are $30 and stickers are on sale for $3, including $10 bundles https://climbingzine.com/last-day-for-the-dirtbag-is-dead-and-send-your-face-designs-on-sale/
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    Herson sent hard Yosemite classics ground up and in-a-day while juggling another semester of school The post Weekend Warrior Extraordinaire – Connor Herson’s Yosemite Spring Sends appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/weekend-warrior-extraordinaire-connor-hersons-yosemite-spring-sends/
  • Will Bosi FAs a 5.14d in the UK

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    Spots of Lime is Bosi's latest hard sport climbing route The post Will Bosi FAs a 5.14d in the UK appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/will-bosi-fas-a-5-14d-in-the-uk/
  • Fri Night Vid Pete Whittaker Soloing the North Wall of Blmann

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    In this week's Friday Night Video, Pete Whittaker takes on the challenge of rope soloingthe North Wall of Blmann, Norway, in under 24 hoursand all free. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=783660
  • Twin Brothers Both Climb V15 in Rocklands

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    The two have set themselves apart with ticks of The Finnish Line and Monkey Wedding The post Twin Brothers Both Climb V15 in Rocklands appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/twin-brothers-both-climb-v15-in-rocklands/
  • Five Squamish 5.12a Sport Climbs You Won’t Find in the Guidebook

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    The sport climbing kids keep getting stronger, but 5.12a still holds its place as a coveted grade for most The post Five Squamish 5.12a Sport Climbs You Won’t Find in the Guidebook appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/five-squamish-5-12a-sport-climbs-you-wont-find-in-the-guidebook/
  • 230 Pitches in Three Monster Rock Climbs

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    Hit the road to the Gunks, Canadian Rockies and Yosemite to try your luck at these long traverses The post 230 Pitches in Three Monster Rock Climbs appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/230-pitches-in-three-monster-rock-climbs/
  • Boulder UK Youth Plywood Masters, 2 3 August 2025

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    Over 150 athletes travelled the lengths of the UK and beyond to compete at the weekend. The qualification rounds and finals for Under 13s and Under 17s took place on Saturday, followed by the qualification rounds and finals for Under 15s and U... https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/press/boulder_uk_youth_plywood_masters_2__3_august_2025-16505
  • Steep Mountain-Side Rescue in Bad Weather

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    North Shore Rescue rescued a climber who injured their head on Yak Peak The post Steep Mountain-Side Rescue in Bad Weather appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/steep-mountain-side-rescue-in-bad-weather/
  • Harrison Ford Presents Award to Jimmy Chin

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    "This dude climbs like a goat," said Harrison Ford about Jimmy Chin The post Harrison Ford Presents Award to Jimmy Chin appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/harrison-ford-presents-award-to-jimmy-chin/
  • The First One Day Ascent of Sea of Dreams

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    'On the Reticent, Brandon had done all of the hard climbing, but here our blocks seemed similarly tricky. I had 10 pitches of runouts, dubious rock, and fear to contend with, and before long it would get dark'. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=783632
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    'In the end, it's a potent combination of all these factors that makes The Old Man of Stoer my favourite climb. The improbability and transience of the stack itself; the epic location; the spirit of adventure; and the quality of the rock climbing. Above all, though, it's the vast tapestry of rich experiences, and wonderful memories, that I ha... https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=783622
  • You Can Die on a Glacier Without Proper Training and Gear

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    Avoid glacier travel unless you and your partners have the knowledge to do so as safely as possible The post You Can Die on a Glacier Without Proper Training and Gear appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/you-can-die-on-a-glacier-without-proper-training-and-gear/
  • Mat Wright Climbing Rhapsody 5.14+ Trad

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    Mat Wright has just released a new video featuring his sends of the 5.14+ and a V14 The post Mat Wright Climbing Rhapsody 5.14+ Trad appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/video/mat-wright-climbing-rhapsody-5-14-trad/
  • Man Who Died in a Glacier in 1997 is Found

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    The discovery has brought closure to his family, who'd been searching for nearly 30 years The post Man Who Died in a Glacier in 1997 is Found appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/man-who-died-in-a-glacier-in-1997-is-found/
  • Peter Croft, Owens River Gorge and a New 5.14

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    New film gives some history to the area and captures the first ascent of Holey Guacamoley The post Peter Croft, Owens River Gorge and a New 5.14 appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/peter-croft-owens-river-gorge-and-a-new-5-14/
  • Alpinists Aim for Fitz Roy First in Winter

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    The Goretta Pillar is one of Patagonia's most famous big routes, thanks in part to the storied first ascent The post Alpinists Aim for Fitz Roy First in Winter appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/alpinists-aim-for-fitz-roy-first-in-winter/
  • Dry Summer and Mosquito Bites in Karakoram

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    Several experienced climbers have shared that conditions are not prime for alpinism The post Dry Summer and Mosquito Bites in Karakoram appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/dry-summer-and-mosquito-bites-in-karakoram/
  • Stefano Ghisolfi Climbs His Hardest Boulder Ever

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    Known for his sport climbing, Ghisolfi is no slouch at bouldering The post Stefano Ghisolfi Climbs His Hardest Boulder Ever appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/stefano-ghisolfi-climbs-his-hardest-boulder-ever/