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Hammelmüller kicked 2026 off strong with her send of Anchorage 5.14c The post Another 5.14+ Route for Eva Hammelmüller appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/another-5-14-route-for-eva-hammelmuller/

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The 28-year-old Belgian topped The Swarm V13/14 on his first go The post Simon Lorenzi Is the First to Flash This Buttermilks Classic appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/simon-lorenzi-is-the-first-to-flash-this-buttermilks-classic/

Will Bosi, who has climbed five V17s to date, has started the year with the first ascent of an eye-catching boulder in Portugal The post Will Bosi Sends “Possibly the Best Boulder I’ve Ever Tried” with New V16 appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/will-bosi-sends-possibly-the-best-boulder-ive-ever-tried-with-new-v16/

Tangerine Trip climbed in under eight hours, a route first climbed in 1973 by legend Charlie Porter and Jean-Paul de St. Croix The post Climbers Bag Speed Record on Famous Yosemite Big Wall appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/climbers-bag-speed-record-on-famous-yosemite-big-wall/

Why does one need a new #introduction when switching instances? Yes, newbie. Yes, one of the #Forkiverse guys. Don't bite our heads off pretty please with sugar on top. My reasons for joining: what is this thing? Why does my favourite podcast podcast about it? I welcome new views on life, the universe and everything. May ask questions. They say there are no such thing as stupid questions. I beg to differ and please feel free to judge away. My life is #climbing #coffee #geek#Oslo #Norway

Here's a comprehensive timeline of first ascents and repeats of the world's most difficult sport routes The post Who Is in the 5.15c Club? A 2026 Update appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/who-is-in-the-5-15c-club-a-2026-update/

Red Rock #Climbing Crag, #Draper, #Utah

Neue Staffel DOK - Hoch Hinaus: Das Expeditionsteam GrönlandSechs Abenteurerinnen aus der Schweiz haben ein Ziel: Sie wollen Berge in Ostgrönland zu besteigen, die noch niemand zuvor bestiegen hat. Nach vier Tagen auf hoher See bleibt dem Expeditionsteam nicht viel Zeit, um sich vom Segeln und der Seekrankheit zu erholen. Umgeben von Fjorden, Eis und steilen Wänden suchen sie nach den idealen Kletterrouten.https://www.srf.ch/play/tv/sendung/dok---hoch-hinaus?id=c66487b3-0990-0001-d92c-55501cb0144d#Mountains #Berge #Greenland #Grönland #Climbing #Bergsteigen #Mountaineering #DOKHochHinaus

The Swiss duo repeated test-piece routes and opened bold new mixed lines during their historic trip The post Remembering Ueli Steck and Simon Anthamatten’s Epic Visit to the Rockies appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/remembering-ueli-steck-and-simon-anthamattens-epic-visit-to-the-rockies/

Trees can be great for multi pitch anchors. Learn a few simple rigging techniques that are fast, simple, and strong, along with a few extra tricks. Premium Article available https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/trees-for-climbing-anchors-part-4-multipitch

Veteran Becomes First Double-Amputee to Climb Highest Peak on Every Continent: Conquering the 7 Summitshttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/veteran-is-first-double-amputee-to-climb-highest-peak-on-every-continent-conquering-a-7-summit-challenge/#goodnews #sports #climbing #mountains #veteran #disability #UK

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The Arco sport route was the Italian climber's fifth route 5.15a and up The post Gio Placci Sends a Stefano Ghisolfi 5.15a appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/gio-placci-sends-a-stefano-ghisolfi-5-15a/

World Climbing (IFSC) monitors situation, some pro climbers adopt its use, and the man behind the viral shoe-on-wall demo The post Everything you need to know about GP1, the world’s stickiest climbing shoe rubber appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-gp1-the-worlds-stickiest-climbing-shoe-rubber/

Interesting article about climbing and OCD.Fear is certainly a big part of the sport, particularly lead climbing, and learning to deal constructively with fear is one of the most rewarding parts. https://www.climbing.com/culture-climbing/what-it-feels-like-to-climb-with-obsessive-compulsive-disorder/#Climbing #OCD #Fear

One of North America’s most famous mixed routes, Suffer Machine has a first-ascent story as wild as the climb itself The post The Rockies Route So Desperate They Brought a Ladder appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/profiles/the-rockies-route-so-desperate-they-brought-a-ladder/

You did it! Thanks to the generosity of our community, the American Alpine Club is starting 2026 on a strong note. Together, we’re protecting climbing’s future — one gift, one climb, one community at a time. The American Alpine Club made a real, measurable impact on the climbing community. Every one of these wins reflects your belief in the power of this community and your commitment to the AAC. Your generosity is what makes the AAC not just an organization—but a movement built by climbers, for climbers. In 2026, the American Alpine Club plans to continue providing these unique benefits to the climbing community, as well as deepening the quality of our resources for climbers. This includes: Thank you so much for your contribution to the AAC. Your gift enables us to continue delivering critical resources to climbers and fuels the evolution of this shared passion. We’re excited to continue delivering these invaluable resources and look forward to the next chapter.  Thank you for tying in with us. https://americanalpineclub.org/news/2025/12/18/2025-year-end-appeal