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 A Weekend of Fun at the 2007 Teva Mountain Games
158 Photos by Devaki Murch — The Teva games are an annual extravaganza of so-called "climate sports," including white-water paddling, trail running, mountain biking, and climbing. Organizers said this year’s games drew 30,000 athletes and spectators. Ten invited athletes and five climbers from the qualification rounds competed in the men’s and women’s pro bouldering comps. The games also featured “speed bouldering,” citizens’ comps, and a high school team contest. FOR MORE INFO SEE: Teva Mountain Games Results  Leavenworth Rockfest 2007
Photos by Jon Jonckers — If you’re a climber in the Pacific Northwest, climb boulders or big walls, there’s really no excuse for missing the Leavenworth Rockfest sponsored by Feathered Friends. Free camping in Icicle Creek, free BBQ, free pancake breakfast, free clinics, free gear demos, and this year included a presentation by Katie Brown. The weather cooperated, all the participants and sponsors had a good time, and the raffle raised hundreds of dollars for the Washington Climbers Coalition. FOR MORE INFO READ Katie Brown's blog.  2007 Teva Mountain Games
Photos by Steve Woods — The Teva games are an annual extravaganza of so-called "climate sports," including white-water paddling, trail running, mountain biking, and climbing. Organizers said this year’s games drew 30,000 athletes and spectators. Ten invited athletes and five climbers from the qualification rounds competed in the men’s and women’s pro bouldering comps. The games also featured “speed bouldering,” citizens’ comps, and a high school team contest. FOR MORE INFO SEE: Teva Mountain Games Results  2007 Feathered Friends Rockfest Gallery
57 Photos by Eddie Espinosa — Leavenworth Rockfest 2007 — Presented by Feathered Friends. Thanks to all the sponsors and participants who came out to Leavenworth Washington on June 2nd and 3rd to make our Eighth Rockfest such a huge success. And a special thanks to Katie for a great slideshow!  Teva Mountain Games Photos
Photos by Wade David — wadedavid.com — The Teva games are an annual extravaganza of so-called "climate sports," including white-water paddling, trail running, mountain biking, and climbing set in Vail, Colorado. Ten invited athletes and five climbers from the qualification rounds competed in the men’s and women’s pro bouldering comps. The finals were elimination-style, with each of the three problems narrowing the field. FOR MORE INFO SEE: Teva Mountain Games Results  Event for Steve Dieckhoff
Because of all of you who showed up, and donated your time, energy, and products to the cause, the fundraising event June 2, 2007 at The Spot to help Boulder climber Steve Dieckhoff was a monster success. Organizers exceeded their goals, and the Boulder community came together for a great party and to celebrate the spirit of mutual support. We all had a taste of pizza, beer, and, of course, Steve's singular art, and we all had a great time. Thank you, and please enjoy this online gallery from Beth Wald — bethwaldphotography.com  The Art of Steve Dieckhoff
Dieckhoff has been in Boulder since 1979, and just about everyone knows him, but at present he is battling lymphoma, with dwindling funds and no health insurance (ongoing difficulties with a congenital hip defect and eventual hip replacement priced him out of being able to afford a policy). Dieckhoff underwent six rounds of chemotherapy beginning last November, and now needs a marrow transplant to survive. He is attempting to line out Medicaid, which should come through, but in the meantime friends are rallying to help. While Dieckhoff's story is frightening, it is also a reminder to all of us to keep health insurance current and to even at our poorest look into those "catastrophic" policies that will cover us in our times of direst need. A trip to your local insurance agent will get you the info you need, and even $75 to $100/month, if you're in good health, can lock you into a serviceable policy. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION  New River Rendezvous 2007
Photos by Devaki Murch — 101 images from the 5th Annual New River Rendezvous. An action packed, 3-day line up of sheer, unadulterated rock climbing fun, May 18th-20th at West Virginia's incredible, spectacular, New River Gorge. Just like last year but better: comps, clinics, gatherings, dinner, parties, breakfast, contests and more. Camping on the rim of the Gorge was provided courtesy of the National Park Service.  The Needles of the Southern Sierra
Photos by Nathaniel Walker — The splitter cracks and bright lichen of the Needles is hard to mistake for any other climbing area in the world. The awe inspiring formations: Magician, Djinn, Charlatan, Wizard, Sorcerer, Witch, Warlock, Necromancer, Fire Wall, Voodoo Dome, and Demon Dome, have attracted climbers year-after-year, since they were discovered. Most formations have at least an hour approach, which helps keep the crowds away and ensures a tranquil experience. Nathaniel captures such classics as Atlantis, Thin Ice, Igor Unchained, Davey Jones Locker, Pyromania and more ...  Copa Catalana Bouldering Comp
Photos by Carlos Hernandez — Carlosbcn.com — La Salle Enginyeria /Arquitectura hosted the Copa Catalana and University Rock Climbing Championships Saturday May 12, 2007 in Barcelona, Spain. The competition saw about 80 competitors from 7 to 50 years old. The bouldering competition was held in an immense hall which made it ideal for spectators. The competition was organised by Jaume Oliveras, La SALLE Climbing Director.  Goddesses on the Rocks, Joshua Tree 2007
Photos by Devaki Murch — Over 50 women participants attended the first annual women's climbing weekend April 28-29, 2007, at Joshua Tree National Park. The Sterling Rope/Peak Rescue Inst. Women's Climbing Weekend, was hot in more ways than one! With temps soaring into the 90s, the warrior women participated at many locations throughout the park attending clinics on basic climbing skills, placing gear, building anchors, and leading. Saturday's climbing was followed up with a barbecue dinner, and party in the park featuring a raffle of gear and clothing and a slideshow from pictures taken throughout the day. The event was a huge success and planning is already under way for next years' event! — Sonya D. Becker  2007 Hueco Rock Rodeo
Photos by Devaki Murch — On February 24th, at Hueco Tanks State Historical Park hundreds of climbers from all over the world gathered on a lump of rock outside El Paso, Texas. Fiesta's, food, friends, families and lots of bouldering were had during the chilly event weekend.  2007 Red Rock Rendezvous
Photos by Devaki Murch — Presented by Mountain Gear — The Red Rock Rendezvous rock climbing festival returned to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas on March 23-25, 2007 to benefit The Access Fund and other local and national non profit organizations. Celebrity climbing instructors, activities, games, contests, and great food!  AAC Mountain Fest Gallery
The American Alpine Club annual meeting and Mountain Fest in Bend, Oregon. Photos by Devaki Murch — March 30-April 1- The AAC Mountain Fest drew hundreds of climbers to Bend and to nearby Smith Rock for clinics with top climbers, including Chris Sharma, Lynn Hill, Tommy Caldwell, Beth Rodden, Arno Ilgner, Steve House, Jack Tackle, Josh Wharton, Kate Rutherford, Vince Anderson, Chris Lindner, and Katie Brown, along with slide shows by Anderson, House, Caldwell, and Rodden. “The annual meeting was the best ever in the history of the club,” said Jack Tackle, who, it must be said, is not quite old enough to know for sure.  d'Escalada en Bloc a Catalunya 2007
International Bouldering Competition in Lerida, Catalonia, Spain, on the 17th and 18th of March, 2007. The contest hosted many world class athletes like: Dave Graham, Abraham Olcina, (who tied with Graham for first) Daniel Andrada, Marco Juves, Martina Cufar, Leire Aguirre ... Photos by CARLOS HERNANDEZ CALVO - Associació Cultural Nexo — www.associacionexo.com  Ojo Vertical by Fernando Nuñez
If the chill of winter has a icy grip on your crag these photos by Fernando Nuñez, courtesy of ojovertical.com, should warm you up. The collection of photos is from some exotic destinations around the world: La Cabrera, Madrid, Spain; Valencia, Spain; Tonsai Beach, Thailand; Frankenjura, Germany; Sicily, Italy; and more.  The 2007 Mammut SBS Finals
Photos of Angie Payne, Paul Robinson, Daniel Woods, Alex Puccio and Emily Harrington by Wade David from the 2007 Spot Bouldering Series competition in Boulder, Colorado. Saturday, February, 24th Mens winners: 1st Paul Robinson, 2nd Daniel Woods, 3rd Carlo Traversi and Womens winners:1st Angie Payne, 2nd Emily Harrington, 3rd Alex Puccio. Visit: www.thespotgym.com for more information. Hueco Rock Rodeo 2007
Photos by Greg Loomis from the 2007 event at Hueco Tanks, Texas. February 24th, the last Saturday of the month, was a chilly but prefect day for bouldering, and a good time was had by all who attended. Like last year, climbers were responsible for choosing which category they wish to compete in. The competition took place entirely on North Mountain with the exception of the Advanced and Mutant categories. Competitors had all day to try as many problems as they wanted and were scored by their 6 hardest problems completed. For more information visit: www.huecotanks.com and www.huecorockranch.com  Climbing.com Covershots
A small collection of some Climbing.com images, from many shooters, that graced the homepage over the last few years. Many of these images are from our popular forums.climbing.com/photopost section, however you may find others are from Hot Flashes News items, Photo Galleries ... I would like to thank all of our talented contributors and uploaders for making Climbing.com what it is today. —Luke Laeser - Online Editor  HERA Ovarian Cancer Climb for Life Salt Lake City
Images by Devaki Murch - The HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation raised just over $134,000 for ovarian cancer research at their fifth annual Ovarian Cancer Climb for Life in Salt Lake City. The four-day rock climbing fundraising event, held September 14 – 17, attracted women, men, and children of all ages and climbing ability levels from 20 different states. HERA donates at least 85 percent of the money raised to ovarian cancer research and education. In some years that number has been as high as 95 percent. This year’s top fundraisers were: 1. Marci Reardon, Los Angeles, CA — $11,100.00; 2. Lara Usinowicz, Denver, CO — $8,300.00; 3. Samantha Lockwood, Philadelphia, PA — $7,530.95. Read Climbing.com's Recap of the event. For Move information visit: www.herafoundation.org  Joshua Tree - Climb Smart 2006
Images by Sam Roberts www.srobertsphoto.com Over 170 participants, partiers and volunteers showed up at this year’s Climb Smart event in Joshua Tree National Park, where they were treated to an all-star lineup of instructors, multimedia presentations, camping and 5 renovation and planting projects over the October 27 weekend. Attendees got a glimpse of climbing in Siberia from Patagonia ambassador Brittany Griffith, as well as a raucous show-and-tell by climber and MC extraordinaire Timmy O’Neill at Saturday night’s bash at the Sportsmen’s Lodge in Joshua Tree. If you’re interested in Joshua Tree climbing or getting involved with the Friends Of Joshua Tree for future events, visit www.friendsofjosh.org  Photos by Ben Carlson
www.bencarlson.net — Based in New York City Ben works as a lighting designer for television. He began climbing at age 12, with the Boy Scouts, and started photographing climbers around the Northeast. Ben has photographed climbers all over the world and prefers a simple, tiny point-and-shoot Canon SD400 digital camera, because if its size and portability, but recently invested in a digital SLR. Ben is also a licensed rock and ice climbing guide with the state of NY. He hopes one day to make a living following his passion, photographing and documenting climbers and climbing.  Triple Crown Finale - Stone Fort - December 2nd, 2006
182 Photos by Brian Burnham. The sun was barely up, but the staging area for the third and final round of the Triple Crown Bouldering Series, held at The Stone Fort (formerly: Little Rock City) was already packed and poised. The hyper-focused and smoothly professional Kate Reese displayed for the third time why she is the reigning Triple Crown Queen, coolly climbing her way to a third victory in the 2006 series and sealing her second overall win over the up-and-coming Sasha DiGiulian. Visiting French strongman Tony Lamiche raged. He bested overall series winner Paul Robinson by 3000 points and climbed a number of longstanding projects in the field, leaving locals with a new understanding of what is possible. Check out the event recap - Stone Fort - Triple Crown Finale  Bouldering Castle Hill, New Zealand
Photos by Cooper Roberts - The lack of a crowd at Castle Hill is odd considering that this area is filled with hundreds of contorted limestone blocks perfectly sculpted for bouldering; not to mention grassy landings that roll right to the base of the boulders and an unforgettable landscape. The basin itself is dived into three main sectors: Quantum Field, Spittle Hill, and Flock Hill. Take away a bit of texture, add a ton of pockets and what's left is a climbing style reminiscent of the French bouldering mecca Fontainebleau.  HP40 Triple Crown 2006
Photos by Brian Burnaham - HorsePens 40 is available 360+ days a year, thanks to the friendly Schultz family (www.hp40.com), who bought these forty acres 5 years ago and have been accommodating climbers since. This is the place where the term “sloper-jug” was born. The boulders have been sculpted into wild shapes reminiscent of mushroom caps and brain coral; yet these pillowy features belie the complexity of the climbing. Suitors must learn to coordinate their movements—hands, toes, knees, and elbows—to traipse efficiently up or across the fantastic cauliflower undulations. Read the event recap by Alex Fitzner |
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