The Climbing Q&A: Alex Johnson
Former comp phenom Alex Johnson talks about her surprise homecoming to the Midwest, what it’s like to coach youth climbers, and how these kids inspired her to embrace who she is.
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Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Training Special
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Rock Star: Sleigh Bells Singer Alexis Krauss Finds Focus in Climbing
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Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Mike Williams
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Desert Testpiece Century Crack (5.14b) Sees Third Ascent by Danny Parker
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The Climbing Q&A: Pro Photogapher Savannah Cummins
With big-mountain trips to Alaska, India, and Antarctica, Savannah Cummins is fast becoming known for her alpine and rock-climbing photography.
Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Pat Goodman / Jessa Goebel
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Listen to an Interview With Climbing Editor Matt Samet on the ReddyYeti Podcast
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Jim Reynolds: The Dark Horse
Meet the YOSAR beast and onetime Nose speed record holder
Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Quinn Brett / Nina Williams
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Interview: How Kevin Jorgeson Is Bringing Climbing to the Next Generation
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The Climbing Q&A: Barbara "Babsi" Zangerl
The Austrian Barbara “Babsi” Zangerl has ticked V13, 5.14d sport, 5.14 trad, the Alpine Trilogy of 5.14-, multi-pitch, high-altitude free climbs, and some of the hardest free routes on El Capitan, making her one of the best, most versatile climbers in the world.
Turbo Charged: The Remarkable Energy and Drive of Michaela Kiersch
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Interview: 2018 Psicobloc Winners Jimmy Webb and Hannah Tolson
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Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Daniel Woods / Chris Kalman
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Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Matty Hong / Heather Weidner
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Basecamp: A Climbing Magazine Podcast—Preview Episode with Brady Robinson and Matt Samet
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Ben Hanna: Man, Myth…or Hulk?
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Interview: Adrian Ballinger on His Lightning-Fast Ascents of Cho Oyu and Everest
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Madaleine Sorkin and the AAC Launch the Climbing Grief Fund
After a slew of climbing tragedies last fall, big wall climber Madaleine Sorkin partners with the American Alpine Club to provide resources for climbers affected by death.
The History of Hard Sport Climbing in Boulder's Flatirons: Interview—Dan Michael
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Interview: Alex Megos on Sending Chris Sharma's Perfecto Mundo (5.15c) Project
After more than three weeks of work, 24-year-old Alex Megos from Frankenjura, Germany, made the FA of Perfecto Mundo at Finestra in Margalef, Spain, ticking his first 5.15c.
Interview: Claire Buhrfeind and Sean Bailey, Sport Climbing National Champions
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Longform Interview: Alex Honnold Talks to Rich Roll
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Rock Climbing on Mars: A Simulation
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Interview: Flying Kites—Bringing the Outdoors to Kenyan Kids in Need
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Interview: Adam Ondra Completes World's First 5.15a/9a+ Flash
Czech superstar makes history again.
Climbing Out of Disaster in Puerto Rico
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Interview: Access Fund's Brady Robinson on Trump's Bears Ears Reduction
President Trump announced a massive reduction to both Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah. We spoke to Access Fund Executive Director Brady Robinson about the implications.
Interview: How Adam Ondra Used Next-Gen Visualization to Send Silence (5.15d)
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Interview: Rob Coppolillo on the Up and Downs of Being a Mountain Guide
Internationally-certified mountain guide Rob Coppolillo talks about the rewards, and the risks, of his job.
Interview: Heidi Wirtz on Balancing Climbing, Leading Yoga Retreats, and Philanthropy
Pro climber and yoga instructor Heidi Wirtz does it all.
Interview: Coach Justen "The Sensei" Sjong on His Training Philosophy
Coach Justen Sjong shares his journey and unique approach to training climbers.
Cliff Camping: The Latest Bucket-List Tick
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Interview: Adam Ondra On What It Took to Climb the World’s First 5.15d
Ondra talks about his groundbreaking ascent, and why he named the world’s first 5.15d Silence.
Climbing Photographer Spotlight: Joshua Perez (Interview + Gallery)
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Interview and Photo Gallery: Pretty Strong, a Full-Length Female Climbing Film
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Watch Alex Honnold on Jimmy Kimmel Live
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3-D Printing: The Future of Climbing Holds?
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Interview: The First Naked Ascent of El Capitan
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“Scarier than the Emperor Face”: Jamie Logan, Legendary Alpinist, on Transitioning
Jamie Logan is one of the pioneers in North American free climbing, but her boldest move was into life as a woman.
Mount Huntington South Ridge Traverse: Q&A with Clint Helander and Jess Roskelley
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Mother’s Day Special: An Interview With 5 Pro Climber Moms
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Climbing for Mental Health
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Interview: Chris Sharma Talks Le Blond, Training, and 5.15d
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Interview: Margo Hayes on Becoming the First Woman to Climb 5.15a
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Interview: Augmented Reality Climbing Games
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Interview: The Future of Sharma
With new responsibilities as a business owner, husband, and father, America’s greatest climber talks about training, motivation, and his future.
Alex Puccio: On Spinal Surgery and Staying Strong Through Her Recovery
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Interview: Maxim Ropes Athlete Jonathan Siegrist on Swiss Sport Climbing
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The Rise of North Dakota Climbing
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Interview: Miquel Riera on the Birth of Deep Water Soloing
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Interview: Climbers Escape Kansas City Zoo
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The Miniature Climbs of Alex Legos
Last year, a little climber made a big impact on social media. Alex Legos gained a fast following for his impressive ascents in all climbing disciplines. What's more impressive is that he's only 1.5 inches tall.
Interview: Isaac Caldiero—From Climber to Ninja Warrior
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Bug Wall: Climbing El Cap on a Bug Diet
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Interview: Carabiner Coffee’s Erik Gordon
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The Climb: A Virtual Reality Climbing Video Game
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Adam Ondra: The Future of Climbing
Adam Ondra is arguably the best climber in the world— he flashes 5.14d, has more 5.15c ticks than anyone, and has topped the podium in a half-dozen international competitions. Ondra represents the potential of a new generation born to climbing parents and raised in gyms. his career is a case study in what happens when enormous talent and desire find their life’s purpose at an early age.
Interview: Big Fun on Big Walls With Jacob Cook
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Interview: Cory Richards and Adrian Ballinger on Everest Without Supplemental Oxygen
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Interview: Chris Sharma Talks Filming Point Break
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Chris Sharma: King Of Kings
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Honnold and Stanhope Interview: Southern Belle (5.12d R)
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Remembering Tom Frost (1937-2018): The Full Perspective Interview
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The King Of Kings
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