New England’s Finest (and Sandbagged) Friction Slabs
Why risk a severe road rash by climbing slabs? Simple: it will make you a better climber.
Why risk a severe road rash by climbing slabs? Simple: it will make you a better climber.
From the archive: In Henry Barber's 2008 interview with Mark Synnott, he discusses his philosophy of minimalism and tolerance: "Let’s make sure that we allow these people to be themselves, and not try to make them all the same. This sport has to be different for everybody—it has to be."
Rappelling is one of climbing's most dangerous acts. Mark Synnott, through decades of experience, has figured out various techniques he learned the hard way so you don't have to.
Solid on 5.9 gear routes? Ready for the greatest adventure of your life? From hauling to lower-outs and poop tubes, our step-by-step guide will show you the way.
Rappelling in alpine terrain can be the crux of big routes. Stuck ropes, high winds, leaving gear... a lot can go wrong. Here are five tips to stack your odds.
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One man's quest to learn the fate of George Mallory and Sandy Irvine's 1924 summit bid. Could they have been the first men on top of the world?
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Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
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Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
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Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
Check out Mark Synnott's author page.
Check out Mark Synnott's author page.