The first-ever consensus 5.15a was climbed in France. It has become a rite of passage for strong climbers
The post Chris Sharma’s First 5.15a was 24 Years Ago appeared first on Gripped Magazine.
https://gripped.com/profiles/chris-sharmas-first-5-15a-was-24-years-ago/
After getting dropped off by plane in a narrow, threatened valley, the “easiest” way back to civilization was up the giant East Face of Mount Hunter.
https://www.climbing.com/news/new-climbing-route-mount-hunter-alaska-one-way-out/
Shorter growing seasons, limited soil, and fragile plant life make it especially important for us to tread lightly and reduce our impact when alpine climbing.
https://www.accessfund.org/latest-news/open-gate-blog/5-things-to-know-before-you-climb-in-the-alpine
