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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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    "To be an excellent boulderer, one must work through all the displeasure of moves that feel unnatural," says American writer Francis Sanzaro The post Five excerpts from The Craft of Bouldering, a must-have new book appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/five-excerpts-from-the-craft-of-bouldering-a-must-have-new-book/
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    Maybe it’ll clean up with traffic! https://www.climbing.com/videos/sport-climber-rips-off-big-rock-nearly-decks/
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    I am a writer, too, kinda. I am also writing a novel. I’m working on a novel. I also write. I’ve been working on this novel.   These were the phrases always trotted out when I had a desk job and never had the mental state or time to write. For years, I had countless… https://climbingzine.com/why-climbers-should-write-and-writers-should-climb-by-cyrena-lee/
  • Finally: A Featherweight Backcountry Bouldering Pad

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    Black Diamond’s new Erratic is ideal for smaller climbers engaged in large approaches… or for anyone else who likes hiking in comfort. https://www.climbing.com/gear/black-diamond-erratic-crash-pad-review/
  • Aidan Roberts makes second ascent of The Origin Sit

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  • Keita Kurakami, Yosemite Soloist, Has Died

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    From epic highballs to historic rope-solos to run-out 5.14 trad routes, the Japanese climber was among the best in the world The post Keita Kurakami, Yosemite Soloist, Has Died appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/keita-kurakami-yosemite-soloist-has-died/