Climbing

Climber Uses Wood 4×4 as Protection on Sketchy Route

When there was nowhere to put gear, Ben Bransby improvised by wedging a huge piece of wood for protection Don’t worry, the board didn’t slip when…

Written by GJ Staff March 07, 2018

History Made: Dawn Wall Feature Film Teaser

The wait is almost over to see one of rock climbing’s most iconic ascents, the Dawn Wall, on the big screen. Tommy Caldwell and Kevin…

Written by GJ Staff March 05, 2018

Big Ice: Angela VanWiemeersch on Iconic First Female Ascent

Angela VanWiemeersch’s first female ascent of ‘HMR,’ a massive ice climb above Lake Superior, was burly. Her second ascent of the remote, vertical flow was…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 02, 2018

Denali Climbers May Have to Haul Out Feces

Researchers claim there are already more than 150,000 pounds of human feces on Denali. Gross. New proposed regulations will require climbers to haul almost all…

Written by Sean McCoy February 28, 2018

Watch: Adam Ondra Climbs World’s Hardest Route, Silence, in Feature Film

When he topped out, there was no yelling, just silence. Sport climbing phenom Adam Ondra sent the world’s first 5.15d, also named Silence, this fall.…

Written by GJ Staff February 23, 2018

The Birthplace of American Sport Climbing: The Story of Smith Rock

Smith Rock, one of the world’s most iconic sport climbing destinations, wasn’t always bolted sport climbing paradise. This is the story of Alan Watts, Smith…

Written by GJ Staff February 22, 2018

Beal Escaper: Real-World Test

The Escaper provides a rope-releasing mechanism for full-length single rope rappels. I put it to the test on the walls at Potrero Chico, Mexico.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 22, 2018

Review: Black Diamond Shadow Climbing Shoe

Black Diamond Equipment just released the Shadow climbing shoe, its first aggressive shoe designed for steep sport climbing and bouldering. We put the Black Diamond…

Written by Seiji Ishii February 19, 2018

Sasha DiGiulian Swings Axes on Michigan Ice

She climbs 5.14 rock but wanted a baptism on ice. In a two-week session Red Bull caught on film, a friend stepped up to help…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 19, 2018

Jim Bridwell, Yosemite Climbing Pioneer, Dead at 74

One of climbing’s greats passed peacefully on Feb. 16. Jim Bridwell, born July 29, 1944, advanced modern big wall climbing and inspired generations of climbers to…

Written by Nate Mitka February 16, 2018

Teaser: Kilian Jornet Documents Back-To-Back Everest Ascents

In May 2017, Kilian Jornet raced up Mt. Everest twice in one week without supplemental oxygen. His upcoming documentary, “Path to Everest” gives a first-hand…

Written by GJ Staff February 14, 2018

Climbing Goals: $70,000 Grant Opens for Non-Sponsored Climbers Only

The Live Your Dreams Grant awards climbers of all ages, experience levels, and disciplines to think big and perform the climb of their dreams.

Written by Nate Mitka February 12, 2018

‘Chinese Finger Trap’ Rappel: Beal Escaper First Look

The Escaper provides a rope-releasing mechanism for full-length single rope rappels. So why does this potentially life-saving device make us so nervous?

Written by Seiji Ishii February 07, 2018

Conrad Anker Establishes New Route for Fallen Friend

Nearly 20 years since an avalanche claimed Alex Lowe’s life, Conrad Anker creates a new ice route in honor of his former climbing partner.

Written by GJ Staff February 07, 2018

Photography Up High: 10 Tips for Shooting in Mountains

Washed-out photos with too much snow and sun are common whoops shots while high on peaks. Capture the alpine light just right (and the climbing…

Written by GJ Staff February 06, 2018

Heroes In Action: Watch Complete Rock Climbing Helicopter Rescue

Want to know what goes into a mountain-side rescue? This POV video shows it all, from getting dropped off in a helicopter to rescuing the…

Written by GJ Staff February 05, 2018

Watch: Dani Arnold Free Solos Epic 1,000-Foot Ice Climb

Arnold on-sight climbs one of the hardest and most dangerous climbs in the Alps, entirely without a rope, in just over one hour.

Written by GJ Staff February 02, 2018

The North Face to Build Public Climbing Wall in Denver

The North Face plans to build its first climbing wall in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver. The project aims to inspire outdoors recreation by youth…

Written by Sean McCoy January 29, 2018

Most Impactful Climbers: 2018 American Alpine Club Awards

Margo Hayes, Alex Honnold, and Sally Jewell were among the recipients for the American Alpine Club’s annual climbing awards.

Written by Nate Mitka January 12, 2018

Polish Climbing Team Attempts First K2 Winter Ascent

This January, a veteran Polish team will try and make history by scaling one of the world’s most dangerous mountains during the worst season of…

Written by Nate Mitka January 02, 2018

Canyoneers Share Claustrophobic New Year’s Tradition

Full body squeezes, water up to your neck, no turning back: this is canyoneering. The film, “One-Trick Pony” tells the story of the community that descends…

Written by GJ Staff January 02, 2018