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    In this episode, we sit down with legend Jack Tackle to discuss all things cutting edge. We begin by diving into the many first ascents of Jack’s own alpinism career, his progress as a climber, and his deep history with the AAC. We cover the evolution of adventure grants in climbing, how the AAC’s Cutting Edge Grant got started, and why it’s the premiere climbing grant in today’s climbing scene. We also cover the last few years of successes that have come out of Cutting Edge Grant expeditions, a behind the scenes look at some of the considerations these alpinists face when pursuing such high-end objectives, and how Jack’s experience can shed light on the significance of these ascents. Plus, we cover some of the other AAC grants and how they meet the needs of climbers at all levels.  We don’t cover the exact details of the expedition planning process, or how important it is for these expeditions to be respectful and cognizant of both local cultures and environmental issues, or what happens when things go disastrously wrong. That’s for another episode! If you love following the cutting edge of climbing, or are considering applying to the Cutting Edge Grant yourself this year, or want to soak up Jack’s wisdom, this dive into the history and present of adventure grants is a fascinating look at the logistics it takes to pursue the cutting edge!  You still have time to apply to the 2024 Cutting Edge Grant, presented by Black Diamond! Apply before midnight on Dec 31, 2024. Apply to the Cutting Edge Grant Learn More About Jack Tackle’s Legendary Alpine Climbing Career Apply to Other AAC Grants https://americanalpineclub.org/news/2024/12/23/climb-behind-the-scenes-of-the-cutting-edge-grant-with-jack-tackle
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    Spanish endurance athlete Kilian Jornet has just climbed all the 82 of the 4000m peaks in the Alps in an astonishing time of 19 days. https://www.climber.co.uk/news/kilian-jornet-summits-all-82-alpine-4000m-peaks-in-just-19-days/
  • Alex Megos climbs Change, 9b+

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  • A Journey Through Time by Adam Ferro

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  • In The Company of Friends by Ed Webster

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    “If this climb doesn’t blow you away, nothing will,” James ventured as he hit the brakes. “I still can’t believe that Earl and I did it.”   We hopped out of the Youth Challenge Bus and ambled over to the abrupt rim of a dark abyss at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison River. Never… https://climbingzine.com/in-the-company-of-friends-by-ed-webster/
  • Why NEOX is not a GriGri - Long Term Review

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