To kick off Luke’s summer climbing road trip, he stopped in Moab, Utah for this conversation with Mary Eden, also known as the Trad Princess. 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/ Subscribe/ score some books/clothes/stickers: https://shop.climbingzine.com/ photo by Spencer McKay https://climbingzine.com/dont-be-a-trad-princess-with-mary-eden/

She was the first Czech woman to climb Everest and K2 The post History-Making Climber Klara Kolouchova Dies in Himalaya appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/history-making-climber-klara-kolouchova-dies-in-himalaya/

Over 1.5 days, on the 24th and 25th of June 2025, Belgian climber Siebe Vanhee successfully made the first rope solo ascent of Voie Petit (450m, F8b), on Grand Capucin (3838m), Mont Blanc. https://www.climber.co.uk/news/siebe-vanhee-in-first-rope-solo-ascent-of-voie-petit-450m-f8b/

At 72 years old, Ian Elliott climbs harder than most people half his age. This inspiring short film follows the remarkable journey of an Australian rock climber who, nearing 70, climbs his hardest route yetGrade 28 (7c)challenging the limits of ageing and human potential. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=782760

Over the course of one and a half days, Siebe Vanhee has made the first rope solo ascent of the 450 metre Voie Petit (8b) at Mont Blanc du Tacul in the French Alps. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=782755

Thankfully there were other people nearby who came to the rescue The post Free-Solo Climber Survives 60-Foot Fall appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/free-solo-climber-survives-60-foot-fall/

The granite test-piece is one of Canada's most difficult boulder problems The post Zach Galla Does The Singularity V15 in Squamish appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/zach-galla-does-the-singularity-v15-in-squamish/

Trad climbing can open up a world of opportunities at crags and on peaks around North America The post Five Tips to Start Trad Climbing This Summer appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/five-tips-to-start-trad-climbing-this-summer/

The famous was route partially destroyed after a rockfall on Snowpatch Spire in 2022 The post Sunshine Crack in Bugaboos Has a New Start appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/sunshine-crack-in-bugaboos-has-a-new-start/

An 11-hour ascent in alpine style up a rarely climbed peak in South America The post New Alpine Route on Tall Peak in Andes appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/63091new-alpine-route-on-tall-peak-in-andes/

The teenager and his father were climbing the Mountaineer's Route on Mount Whitney The post Climber Survives 120-Foot Fall Off Cliff appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/climber-survives-120-foot-fall-off-cliff/

A total of 17 Mountain Rescue Aspen members were involved in the mission The post Injured Climber Rescued on Colorado Peak appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/63086injured-climber-rescued-on-colorado-peak/

Campaigners against the mass roll-out of new telecoms masts in remote parts of Highland Scotland have declared a 'major success', as it emerged that the taxpayer-funded programme has been significantly scaled back. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=782728

The reflection targets my disfigurement. If only the borders of this mirror could protect the rest of the world from my hideousness. My life’s insignificance rampages through my thoughts like an atrociously loud party that never ends. Nothing I do is good enough. I want to expunge my existence on a daily basis. Not even… https://climbingzine.com/fill-void-shay-skinner/

Acknowledging the roots and conceptualizations of the outdoor activities that we so passionately pursue enriches our participation and ties us to the land, as well as to one another. When we view our industry through a historical lens, we inevitably hear about John Muir, Sir Edmund Hillary, Royal Robbins, and other giants of outdoor recreation.… https://climbingzine.com/navajo-rising-by-aaron-mike/

With the second ascent of the Connor Herson line, Harnden becomes the first Squamish-based climber to break into the 5.15s The post Ben Harnden Climbs Midnight Way 5.15a in Squamish appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/ben-harnden-climbs-midnight-way-5-15a-in-squamish/

We want your input! As we look ahead to the next chapter of the BMC, we are asking for your support in developing the strategy for 2025-2030. Please watch our proposed strategy overview and take our survey. https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=782701

Known for his sport climbing, Ghisolfi is no slouch at bouldering The post Stefano Ghisolfi Climbs His First V15 appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/stefano-ghisolfi-climbs-his-first-v15/

The European Military Climbing Championships 2025 took place between 24-26 June 2025 at the new 270 Climbing Park in Gloucester. Hosted by the Army Mountaineering Association, the event brought together over 60 athletes from across Fra... https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=782675

"I know the crowd was worried a little bit, I was not," said Janja Garnbret The post Janja Garnbret Wins Two Gold Medals appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/janja-garnbret-wins-two-gold-medals-2/