A Longtime Climber on Losing His Home to the Oak Fire
He was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Then he lost nearly everything to the Oak Fire. Climbing grounds him, as it always has.
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Dave Wetmore
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Are Young Climbers Better?
Young athletes predominantly succeed over aged veterans within most strength-to-weight ratio sports. In climbing, how much does age matter?
The Path To Enlightenment: How To Enjoy Climbing More
At some point in your climbing path–no matter who you are–you’ll likely become entangled in the trap of endless expectation, peer comparison, and the insidious need to always get better. Here’s how to overcome that and actually enjoy climbing again.
Are They Pros or Poseurs? How Social Media is Defining Our Sport’s Elite
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“I was ready to not be able to climb for the rest of my life”: Jessie Tan, MD, Finds New Perspective
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The Secret to Team USA: Olympic Climbing Head Coach Josh Larson
Initially a full-time electrician, this East-Coast climber escaped the grueling monotony of his day job and now has the biggest challenge of his life.
Pros and Posers: How Social Media Has Changed Our Climbing Experience
Has it changed climbing for better or worse? Who gets to make that judgement and why does it matter?
MetroRock's Dark Horse Series – Event 3
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MetroRock Climb's for a Cure
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