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Marc-André Leclerc
Marc-André Leclerc
Marc-André Leclerc pushed beyond limits on Cerro Torre’s Corkscrew—climbing alone through storms, brittle ice, and doubt. His quiet determination turned the impossible into a clean, honest ascent. A reminder that... Read more...
Remembering Todd Skinner — A Legend and a Lesson in Safety
Remembering Todd Skinner — A Legend and a Lesson in Safety
“We’ve Lost Legends — But We Don’t Want to Lose You.” A safety-focused look at climbing accident that changed the community Climbing is a sport where ambition, precision, and good... Read more...
Alex Honnold - New Solo Speed Record on El Capitan: What You Should Know
Alex Honnold - New Solo Speed Record on El Capitan: What You Should Know
The solo speed record on the Salathé Wall—one of Yosemite’s most historic and demanding routes—stood untouched for a decade. That changed on May 11, when Brant Hysell, a climber from... Read more...
Grip Training at Home – What Actually Works and What’s Just Hype
Grip Training at Home – What Actually Works and What’s Just Hype
If you climb regularly, you’ve probably seen the same thing I have — people cranking out endless pull-ups hoping it’ll magically improve their grip strength. And don’t get me wrong,... Read more...
Do You Actually Need Accessory Carabiners? (Short Answer: Yes – Just Not for Climbing)
Do You Actually Need Accessory Carabiners? (Short Answer: Yes – Just Not for Climbing)
If you climb regularly, you’ve probably seen the same thing I have — people cranking out endless pull-ups hoping it’ll magically improve their grip strength. And don’t get me wrong,... Read more...
Why a Good Chalk Bag Actually Matters More Than You Think
Why a Good Chalk Bag Actually Matters More Than You Think
If you’ve been climbing for a while, you already know that chalk isn’t just “a nice thing to have” — it’s a part of the whole ritual. The moment you... Read more...