Category Archives: Trad Climbing

Redemption

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Mike

This piece originally appeared in the Glenwood Springs Post Independent. I paused and pushed my hands into the wet, muddy ground and lifted my head as high as I could. I strained my neck in all directions, looking for a … Continue reading →

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Monday Movie – The Black Canyon

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Mike

I’m still a little sore and tired from a great weekend of climbing in the Black Canyon. Rainy weather provided ample excuse for tackling some smaller and easier objectives. The Black can be an intimidating place but incredibly rewarding. It’s … Continue reading →

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Monday Movie – 35

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Mike

Today is a good friend’s birthday. I love birthdays for the chance they provide to reflect on past times and to look forward to the future. They are a great time to think about what’s important and valuable in life. … Continue reading →

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Monday Movie – Zombie Roof

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Mike

Here’s a movie about a climb in Squamish (Canada) that will make your hands sweat. Enjoy

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Monday Movie – Alex Honnold & A Gift From Wyoming

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Mike

Yosemite Valley is one of my favorite places on Earth so it’s always great to see a nice video about climbing there. The following two videos totally fit the bill as Alex Honnold talks about finishing an old Todd Skinner … Continue reading →

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Monday Movie – Forgotten Lines w/ Steph Davis

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Mike

Moab is an adventurer’s playground and this fun little movie highlights that. Steph Davis and Mario Richard BASE jump the approach to a hard, obscure route in Moab. Enjoy. Forgotten Lines from 3 Strings on Vimeo.

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Monday Movie – The Making of a Cam

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Mike

Here’s a great little video from Metolius showing how a cam is made, from idea to plugging into a crack for protection.

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Tech Tip: Rappelling with a GriGri (or Cinch or what have you)

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Mike

Check out my recent Tech Tip on rappelling with a GriGri, Cinch or what have you at Splitter Choss.

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SuperTopo Big Walls 3rd edition Review

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Mike

A text message flashed across my screen, “Will you climb the Scenic Cruise with me this year?” “Of course,” I replied, “that climb rules. I would do it any day of the week. Actually every day of the week if … Continue reading →

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When the Levee Breaks

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Mike

Putting in new routes always carries certain challenges and obstacles, which is part of the allure for route developers like myself. New routing offers and adventuresome break from the day-to-day clipping of bolts or reading of topos for established routes. … Continue reading →

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