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Big Wall Climber John Middendorf has Died

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From establishing one of the world's hardest routes to designing famous portaledges, Middendorf had a monumental impact on big wall climbing
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Big Wall Climber John Middendorf has Died - Gripped Magazine

From establishing one of the world's hardest routes to designing famous portaledges, Middendorf had a monumental impact on big wall climbing

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