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‘Up’cycling: Greenholds, the World’s First Recyclable Climbing Holds

Greenholds co-founder Geert Voncken saw one big problem all over his gym: plastic waste bolted on the walls. So he sought to fix it.

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

Ondra on Fire, Onsights Fourth Lifetime 9a/5.14d

Nov. 20: Adam Ondra climbs ‘the second hardest route’ of his life. Nov. 23: Ondra makes a V15/16 first ascent. Nov. 28: a 5.14d onsight.…

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

Chaehyun Seo Becomes Second Woman to Onsight 5.14b

With two elite-level onsights days after sending a 5.15 route, the South Korean becomes the latest climber to prove herself equal to anyone.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 28, 2022

No ‘Excuses’: Jacopo Larcher Gets 3rd Repeat of Yosemite’s ‘Meltdown,’ 5.14c Trad

Beth Rodden’s iconic crack route, which many climbers long thought was impossible unless you had narrow fingers, just got its third ascent.

Written by Sam Anderson November 25, 2022

Teenager Becomes 6th Woman to Climb 5.15: Sends ‘La Rambla’ in ‘Dream’ Ascent

If you think indoor climbers aren’t rock climbers, you’re not hip to the latest dish from 19-year-old Chaehyun Seo.

Written by Sam Anderson November 23, 2022

Adam Ondra Puts Down ‘Second Hardest Route of My Life’

The hardest route remains the groundbreaking ‘Silence’ (9c/5.15d), a Norway route from 2017. This time, the tough send is in his native Czech Republic.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 21, 2022

Jonathan Siegrist Tames ‘Flex Luthor,’ Suggests ‘Approachable’ 5.15a

The American sport climbing star sent the third repeat of Tommy Caldwell’s early-2000s masterpiece, he announced today.

Written by Sam Anderson November 17, 2022

Watch Sean VOD Run It Out, Learn Another Annoying Musical Instrument

I don’t even know what that thing is. Has a recorder mated with bagpipes and spawned another grating instrument for Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll to play?

Written by Sam Anderson November 17, 2022

‘Like Yosemite in the ’50s’: Malawi’s Wealth of Climbing — And Community

For the climbers who visit Malawi, it’s not just about the abundance of cliffs waiting for first ascents — it’s about building community.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 16, 2022

Best of the 2022 Petzl RocTrip in Manikia, Greece

If raw climbing footage is your thing, check out this crag-focused highlight reel from a climbing trip to Greece.

Written by Sam Anderson November 14, 2022

The Progression of Plastic to Rock: Education Programs Helping Climbers Fill in Gaps

More programs are needed to help climbers fill in the gaps — particularly for those progressing from indoor to outdoor climbing.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 10, 2022

Long-Term Yosemite Climbing Permit Structure Nears: What’s the Deal?

The comment period for Yosemite National Park’s finalized Wilderness Climbing Permit system ends Sunday. Here’s what you need to know.

Written by Sam Anderson November 10, 2022

Apply Now: Alpine Ascents’ First BIPOC Guide Training Program

Are you a person of color who wants to become a guide in the mountain guiding industry? Then apply for the 6-month BIPOC Guide Development…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 09, 2022

Adam Ondra Makes ‘Scary’ First Ascents on Czech Sandstone

You don’t usually get to see the world’s best rock climber get gripped. Here’s your chance.

Written by Sam Anderson November 08, 2022

Access Fund Halts Energy Project in Unaweep Canyon, Future Still Uncertain

Climbers scored an access win last week when progress on an energy project succumbed to snags in the world’s only two-mouthed canyon.

Written by Sam Anderson November 08, 2022

Watch Buster Martin Climb Iconic ‘Action Directe’ (5.14d)

UK climber Buster Martin becomes only the second person after Alex Megos to send the world’s original 5.14d sport routes: ‘Action Directe’ and ‘Hubble.’

Written by Andrew McLemore November 07, 2022

Seb Bouin Sends America’s First 5.15c: ‘Suprême Jumbo Love’

The French climber seems committed to breaking barriers this year by sending new routes at the upper limits of sport climbing difficulty.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 03, 2022

Should I Go to El Potrero Chico This Season?

Here’s our guide to traveling to El Potrero Chico safely this season, along with a few evergreen recommendations for visiting climbers.

Written by Sam Anderson November 01, 2022

Tension Board 2 Gets the Spray-Down With New Layout

For climbers looking to attack their weaknesses, the Tension Board is a good place to start. Now, the mirrored board folds in a spray wall…

Written by Sam Anderson October 31, 2022

Climbers Pull ‘The Naked Edge’ Speed Record to Near 20 Minutes

Watch Stefan Griebel reclaim his old ‘The Naked Edge’ speed record with Joe Kennedy here. The duo shaved the time down to 22:44.

Written by Sam Anderson October 31, 2022

Generation Gap: Alexander Megos, Sharma Collab to Climb ‘Rastaman Vibrations’ 5.15b

When you live on the limit of adventure sports, sometimes it turns out you’re even farther ahead of the curve than you thought.

Written by Sam Anderson October 31, 2022

Megos Marvelous in Margalef: Posts Ridiculous Tick List

Alexander Megos’ fingers may be wrecked, but his ego is well padded today following a fiendishly successful trip to Margalef, Spain.

Written by Sam Anderson October 28, 2022

Seb Bouin Sends ‘Jumbo Love,’ First 5.15b in US, Now Pursues Harder Variant

One day after sending ‘Jumbo Love,’ Bouin wants to unlock a never-redpointed variation that might make the iconic climb much harder.

Written by Sam Anderson October 26, 2022

Wide Boyz’ Whittaker Flashes 5.13d Roof Climb on First Try

The veteran Wide Boys climber called ‘La Fuerza de Gravidad’ one of the best limestone roof cracks he’s ever climbed.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 26, 2022

‘Bravo,’ Marcel Remy: A Biographic Tribute

The Swiss climbing legend may be gone from this plane after 99 ardent years in the mountains — but his reputation remains carved into stone.

Written by Sam Anderson October 26, 2022

Verhoeven Dispatches ‘No Pain No Gain,’ 5.15a in Rodellar

Anak Verhoeven is on a tear. Last week, the Belgian athlete ticked another superlative Spanish sport climb.

Written by Sam Anderson October 25, 2022

The Spaghetti Tour Speed Attempt: Andy Steindl and Martin Anthamatten Go for Broke

Watch the countdown as alpinists Andy Steindl and Martin Anthamatten race across the Alps in an attempt to break the previous record.

Written by Rebecca Ross October 19, 2022

Alexander Megos Climbs ‘Red Ram’ 5.15a, Which Stood Unrepeated for a Decade

For nearly 10 years, this Montserrat route from Ramon Julian became famous for its difficulty, knocking down every climber who tried it — until now.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 19, 2022

Iranian Climber Elnaz Rekabi Resurfaces in Tehran, but Concerns Remain

Elnaz Rekabi competed on Sunday in South Korea without the hijab headwear mandated by her government. She then disappeared amid reports that her cellphone and…

Written by Seiji Ishii October 19, 2022

Tradprincess: The First Woman to Climb 5.14a Roof Crack ‘Necronomicon’

As a nominally experienced crack climber, looking at ‘Necronomicon’ (5.14a) gives me two feelings: pain and hesitation. But Mary Eden does not care.

Written by Sam Anderson October 18, 2022

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