An Epic-Laced History of El Cap’s Easiest Route
The writer and stonemaster John Long dives into the lore (and his own experiences) on his favorite 5.10: The East Buttress of El Cap
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How John Long Found Himself Ropeless on a Rainy Slab—And How He Stayed Alive
Guided by Herman Buhl's famous "truisms," a young John Long gets into a ropeless jam high on Tahquitz Rock.
Stonemaster John Long Comes Clean on Alcoholism
Climbing has long celebrated hard drinking and drugs. Many climbers become lifelong alcoholics and addicts and their families, friends and climbing partners bear the high price. One of climbing's most iconic figures fell into the pit, but pulled himself out and now has an important lesson every climber should read.
Three Classic Climbing Tales By John Long
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