The iconic route was first climbed back in 1969 by Jim Bridwell and Kim Schmitz
The post Connor Herson Makes First Free Ascent of Triple Direct on El Capitan appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
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Noel Dawson reports on this momentous lecture at the Royal Geographical Society, London, on the 24th September 2025
https://www.climber.co.uk/news/british-everest-south-west-face-expedition-1975-50th-anniversary-lecture/
Redpointing is the backbone of modern sport climbing – here's how it got its name
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In most rappels, getting the rope down is pretty straightforward: give each strand a toss and hope for the best. However, challenging terrain and conditions may require some specialized techniques. Here are a few.
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https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/rappel-tips-for-tricky-terrain
22-year-old American climber Noah Wheeler has made the third ascent of Daniel Woods' Return of the Sleepwalker 9Ain Black Velvet Canyon, Red Rocks, Nevada.
https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/2025/01/third_ascent_of_return_of_the_sleepwalker_9a_by_noah_wheeler-73875
While the Olympics start today, climbers don't compete until Aug. 5. Find out how to watch below
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