The American Death Triangle, When Pride Trumps Safety, A Dropped Leader
A triple package of climbing blunders, near misses and outright stupidity.
A triple package of climbing blunders, near misses and outright stupidity.
She didn’t seem up for the challenge—but her friend kept pushing her to keep soloing anyway.
Feel like you're losing strength? It could be that you're low on this critical macronutrient.
Use these methods for better rappelling—and rap backups.
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Climbers find it hard not to compare ourselves with others, whether in a gym, at the crag, or on Instagram. Learn how to can it. You'll climb better for it.
What the heck is tension? Here's what it is and how to train it.
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EBGB'S (5.10d) is no death route, but it's not a clip-up, either.
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Over five days, three Americans established "The Pace of Comfort" (VI 5.10 A3+ M6; 3,100 feet) on the northwest face of Kichatna Spire.
After breaking her back trying to climb "Crank It" (5.13d) sans bolts, Molly Mitchell fought her way back to the sharp end... then opted for a re-match.
There are small, basic steps you can take toward epic avoidance, especially on long alpine routes. Here are seven tips.
I’m always surprised by people’s differing attitudes toward lead protection. Some feel that even a large piece of well-placed pro in great rock should never be loaded — the classic “leader must not fall” mentality.
Jamie Logan is one of the pioneers in North American free climbing, but her boldest move was into life as a woman.
How To Prepare For Climbing Emergency Rescue Precautions Safety Tips
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A month at sea, with its requisite sickness and insomnia, didn’t stop Berthe from having an incredible Yosemite season.