Big Days, Hard Lines, Sharp Edges
A new week, a fresh drop of climbing stories. From all-day solo missions and cutting-edge first ascents to competition heat, gear worth noting, and pieces that put the sport in perspective. Curated highlights, no filler.
The Moments Everyone's Talking About
Solo commitment on Mt. Wilson. A new 8C+ line in Portugal. Remembering the climbers we lost. And a look ahead at what 2026 could bring to climbing. Four moments that set the tone for the week.
Will Bosi Climbs Por do Sol 8C+ - First Ascent
The perfect start to the year! Possibly the best boulder I've ever tried. This line was one of the first projects I saw in Portugal and immediately blew my mind that it hadn't been climbed.
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Remembering the Climbers We Lost in 2025
Every January, we take time to remember the climbers we lost the previous year. Today, we're sharing the stories of 35 climbers who passed away in 2025.
View post →Here's What You Voted the Best Weekend Whipper of the Year
The climbing community has spoken - see which epic fall took the top spot in the annual Weekend Whipper awards.
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What Will Happen in 2026 in Climbing? Editors' Predictions
Aid climbing makes a comeback and more 2026 predictions from editors. Plus, the biggest trends of last year—including a few we hope will disappear.
Read article →Big Days. Hard Grades. Zero Excuses.
Big mileage, harder grades, and no shortage of ambition. A massive solo link-up in Red Rocks, a standout 8C+ first ascent in Sintra, top-end slab climbing, flashes at the limit, and new hard lines from Yosemite to Bleau.
Alex Honnold Quadruple Solo Link-Up on Mt. Wilson
I did a quadruple solo link up on Mt Wilson in Red Rocks: The Warrior, Gift of the Wind Gods, Inti Watana, and Willy's Wild Ride. Made it back to the car roughly 12.5 hours after I started.
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Adam Ondra Establishes Niobe (9a) - One of the Hardest Slab Climbs
Adam Ondra just established one of the hardest slab climbs in the world. We caught up with the Czech legend to talk about his new route 'Niobe' (5.14d/9a).
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Simon Lorenzi Flashes The Swarm (V13/V14)
Flash of The Swarm (V13/V14)! What a perfect boulder in such a beautiful place! Great day outside with the perfect crew to find the good flow.
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Will Bosi Climbs Por do Sol (8C+) in Sintra
Will Bosi climbs Por do Sol (8C+), Portugal's hardest boulder in Sintra, and flashes two 8B+ routes.
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Aidan Roberts Opens New V14 in Yosemite
"One of the finest boulders in the Valley," said Roberts after his ascent.
Read article →Bleau dans la Peau - 100 Fontainebleau 7A's in a Day
An incredible endurance challenge: 100 Fontainebleau 7A boulders completed in a single day.
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Connor Herson First Repeat of Towing the Line (8c)
22-year-old American Connor Herson became the first person to repeat the rarely climbed test piece on Empath Cliff in Kirkwood, California.
Read article →Pressure On, Lights Bright
Ice, boulders, speed, and sold-out venues. World Cup action, international events heating up, dates locked in for 2026, and clear signs that competitive climbing keeps pulling bigger crowds.
UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup - Cheongsong
Tristan Ladevant heading to finals at the UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup in Cheongsong, South Korea.
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Tomoa Narasaki at 9A Challenge in China
Competed in the 9A Challenge in China! It was an incredible event. Unfortunately missed out on the win based on attempts, but happy to make the podium.
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World Climbing Series 2026 - Four Events Confirmed
Put them in the diary! Keqiao (Boulder), Wujiang (Lead/Speed), Guiyang (Speed), and Chongqing (Speed) confirmed for 2026.
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Pro Climbing League London Sold Out
2,300 tickets sold — with the first 1000 in under 30 minutes. The response from the climbing community has been incredible.
View post →Built for Consequence, Not Comfort
Tools for cold, steep, and fast. From pin bindings holding through sketchy turns to ice tools built for precision, plus a closer look at refined outerwear designed for serious walls and winter conditions.
Scarpa 4-Quattro Pro & ATK Freeraider 15 in Action
Shoutout to my unlocked ATK pin bindings for not letting go through that hail mary turn. Skis: Black Crows draco freebird, Boots: Scarpa 4-quattro Pro.
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Petzl NOMIC Ice Axes - The Gold Standard
NOMIC ice axes are the gold standard for ice climbing. With head weights for the perfect swing and a modular design to adapt to different terrain.
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La Sportiva's Big Wall Pullover Hoody & Wall Breeze Stretch Jacket
IFMGA Mountain Guide Ian Fowler tested these garments while climbing in the Italian Dolomites and the Colorado Rockies.
Read article →Why We Climb - Beyond the Send
Progress, perspective, and the bigger picture. Comebacks in motion, deep dives into climbing history, reflections on loss, future-focused projects, and stories that remind why this sport runs deeper than grades alone.
Mejdi Schalck Making Progress on Return Project
Making good progress on return! The struggle has been real the past few weeks with the bad weather and the skin. Hopefully it's getting better now!
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Jimmy Chin: The Climbing History of Meru's Shark's Fin
The climbing history of the Shark's Fin — the central summit of Meru Peak in India's Garhwal Himalaya — is a chronicle of failure. Before 2008, at least 20 expeditions had already attempted it.
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The Alpine 'Du' - A Mountain Tradition
In the mountains, the informal 'du' is used. For everyone equally, regardless of age, origin or title. It creates closeness and we meet at eye level.
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Arc'teryx Presents: Fifty — Fifty with Ines Papert & Sarah Hueniken
What's on the other side of the mountain? A lifetime of climbing. Follow along as two of the most accomplished climbers push harder than ever.
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Seb Bouin Eyes Insouciance - Potential 9c+
This big project keeps living in my mind. Will 2026 give me the time to start this journey? Let's see what life allows.
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100 Years Later, George Mallory's Primitive Everest Gear Takes on a Himalayan Peak
The results may surprise you. A mountaineer braves the Himalayas with 100-year-old gear from the legendary Everest climber.
Read article →Trip Report: The Tale of One Very Long Day in West Greenland
An epic adventure in the remote mountains of West Greenland.
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