Hand Jams: They’ll Help on Granite Big Walls, But Also in Comps
No so long ago, hand jamming seemed a trad-only skill. But now jams play a crucial role in World Cup Comps and on America's first 5.15c sport route. Is it time you learned?
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Chantel Astorga and Anne Gilbert Chase Complete Denali’s 9,000’ Slovak Direct
Chantel Astorga and Anne Gilbert Chase’s ascent of the Slovak Direct—from June 2 to 5—marks the first female ascent of the 9,000-foot route, and the second time an all-female team has climbed an Alaska Grade VI.