Perfect Tens: An Homage to the Best 5.10s at the Gunks
Although the Gunks are known for spectacular moderates, the most prevalent grade is 5.10, and these seven 5.10s rank among the best.
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One of the World’s Longest (and Most Absurd) Climbs Finally Sees a Continuous Ascent
Drew Herder and Ben Wilbur made the first continuous ascent of one of the longest continuous rock climbs on earth: The ‘Great Wall of China’, a.k.a the ‘Gunks Traverse’… 9,000 feet of lichen and choss.
Competitive Free Soloing in the Gunks in 1985
A quiet "third-classing" competition took place in the summer of 1985 in the Gunks, culminating in the author's free solo of the ultra-classic "Supercrack" 5.12c.
Weekend Whipper: “I’m Really Scared” Blown Onsight on Runout 5.12
A botched sequence, a foothold missed, and a long fall over opposed nuts!
Climbers Buy New Cliff at The Gunks
Check out Access Fund's author page.
Origin Stories: Native Lore Behind America’s Iconic Climbing Areas
Check out Mara Johnson-Groh's author page.
The Lifer: Gunks Pioneer Russ Clune
Check out Climbing Staff's author page.
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Classic Routes: The Gunks' Traverse of the Clods
Amazing views, good gear, thoughtful 5.9 climbing, and 5.14 exposure: One of the least-climbed Gunks routes is also one of the most classic.
Learn to Master Roof Climbing
Mitigate fear and pull roofs like a pro
Ski-Style Climbing Resorts and the Future of Climbing Access
Check out Cameron Fenton's author page.
The Gunks, New York Climbing Destination Guide
Check out Climbing Staff's author page.
Numbers Game: Classic Sandbags at 4 Historic Crags
Boulder Canyon’s The Umph Slot was originally rated 5.8+ in 1965. Consensus today says 5.10+!
Road Trip! Insider Tips, Crag Beta, and Photographic Inspiration for the Best Trip Ever
Check out Climbing's author page.
Sleep Easy: America's Best Climber Campgrounds
Check out Amanda Fox's author page.
Thirty Pitches of 5.10 in a Day at the Gunks
Check out Ben Carlson's author page.
High Exposure – 5.6 Shawangunks, New York
Check out Jim Thornburg's author page.