Retro-Bolt Snake Dike? Peter Croft, John Long Think So, Others Debate.
Five veteran climbers, Peter Croft, Jeff Jackson, John Long, Pete Takeda, and Dougald MacDonald argue the issue of retro-bolting older moderate routes with big runouts.
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From Climbing Partners to Bitter Enemies: In the Trenches of the Pikes Peak Bolt War
On one Colorado Fourteener, bolt cutters and saws have become the weapons of choice in a battle pitting the future of climbing against its past.
15 Years Ago Doctors Gave This Guy 6 Years to Live. He Just Bolted A New Crag.
In this essay, Klaas Willems reflects on the struggles of living with cystic fibrosis during a pandemic, and discusses his decision to travel to climb despite the risks.
Petroglyph Bolter Apologizes, Receives Death Threats
The climber who bolted three rock climbs on top of and near ancient Native American petroglyphs told Climbing magazine that he regretted his mistake and any harm he may have caused.
Climber Bolts 5.3 Over 1,000-Year-Old Petroglyphs in Moab
When Darrin Reay found three sport lines had been bolted over ancient rock art in Moab last weekend, he promptly removed the bolts. Climbing magazine reached out to chat with Reay about the incident.
Hate Bolt Hangers That Spin? Check This Out
The price adds up at $5.95 a hanger, but pretty much all stainless bolting hardware is spendy. These are well worth it for a longer-lasting clip.
Built to Last? The Hidden Dangers Of Climbing Bolts
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