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100 Stars at Stanage follows two climbers, Harry and Richard, as they take on a unique challenge at Stanage Edge: climbing 100 stars in a single day, all in support of Climbers Against Cancer (CAC). The film explores the physical and emotional journey of these climbers, delving into themes of friendship and ageing.

https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=777396

Nathan Phillips has made the sought-after first ascent of a long-standing project in Brione, Switzerland, naming it Deep Fake and grading it 8C+. The problem is Phillips' hardest boulder ascent to date.

https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=777394

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s almost time to switch out your 2024 calendar with the newest 2025 Ontario Crags Calendar! Or, visit Ontario Gear Co. or Climb Smart...

https://www.ontarioallianceofclimbers.ca/2024/12/27/2025-ontario-crags-calendars-end-of-year-wrap-up/

https://climbingzine.com/last-zine-thing-of-the-year-saturday-december-28th-at-la-posada-potrero-chico/

Here's a collection of just some of the most inspiring and headline-making all-gear ascents this past year
The post Five Memorable Hard Trad Climbs of 2024 appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/profiles/five-memorable-hard-trad-climbs-of-2024/

We published 51 new Weekend Whippers in 2024. These three are our favorites.

https://www.climbing.com/videos/best-weekend-whippers-2024/

One climber’s quest for the promised land.

https://www.climbing.com/places/classic-5-9-rock-climb/

A new film featuring an historical Alps ascent was just released for free
The post Winter Ascent of Grandes Jorasses North Face appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/profiles/winter-ascent-of-grandes-jorasses-north-face/

Rappelling isn’t the only way to get down a cliff; another option is the self-lower. There are a few considerations, pros and cons, learn ‘em here.
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https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/descend-by-self-lowering

Renowned boulderer Mike Adams has recently swopped his bouldering pad for harness, double ropes and wires/cams and has been hammering the trad classics big time!

https://www.climber.co.uk/news/mike-adams-talks-about-his-getting-back-into-trad-autumn-sends/

British climber Nathan Phillips made the first ascent earlier this month
The post Deep Fake Is a New V16 in Ticino appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/news/deep-fake-is-a-new-v16-in-ticino/

Conditions are prime right now in parts of Europe for late-year projecting
The post Prudence Morgan-Wood and Claudia Ghisolfi Climb 5.14b appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/news/prudence-morgan-wood-and-claudia-ghisolfi-climb-5-14b/

If you have climbing goals in 2025 or just want casual wear perfect your post-climb look, then this is the perfect time to stock up on gear
The post Best Boxing Day climbing deals appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/gear/buyers-guide/best-boxing-day-climbing-deals/

We just came across an unexpected find in the Zine storage: a small box of Volume 13s. Now posted up for sale. Score one if you can! RARE ZINE The Climbing Zine Volume 13

https://climbingzine.com/rare-zine-volume-13-just-posted-up-for-sale/

Tyler Andrews set several mountain running speed records this year, including in the Himalayas
The post New Aconcagua Speed Record by American appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/news/new-aconcagua-speed-record-by-american/

On Dec. 25, 1994, Conrad Anker and Steve Gerberding made the first ascent of a Patagonian route called Tomahawk
The post A 130-Year History of Climbing on Christmas appeared first on Gripped Magazine.

https://gripped.com/profiles/a-130-year-history-of-climbing-on-christmas/