These New Maps Reveal New York City’s Underground Bouldering Spots
'Zone Local' has the beta on the best hidden boulders of Fort Tryon, proving that Manhattan's climbing history goes beyond Central Park.
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An Incomplete List of Yvon Chouinard’s Greatest Climbs
An incomplete list of classic routes climbed by our sport's wealthiest (at least until he gave his fortune away) dirtbag.
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.
The Classic 25: America’s Best Boulder Problems
Let the debate begin! Here are the best 25 boulder problems in America... or 25 of the best... across a wide swath of regions and grades. (From 2021)
These Climbers Are Selling NFTs to Finance an Indoor Gym
Chalk Plant hopes to raise funds through Web3 technology to build a climbing space in Brooklyn
Climbers Buy New Cliff at The Gunks
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The Lifer: Gunks Pioneer Russ Clune
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Climbing Made Public: Sport Climbing Comes to Upstate New York at Thacher State Park
Check out Alan Wechsler's author page.
Panther Gorge: The Remote Adirondack Moderate Mecca You’ve Never Heard Of
Panther Gorge is a hidden gem surrounded by New York's highest peaks.
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.
The Brothers of Climbing
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New York City Bouldering With Gareth Leah
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Ashima Shiraishi: A Strong Mind
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Ski-Style Climbing Resorts and the Future of Climbing Access
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Flash: Climbing Photos—Hawaii Bouldering, Niagara Falls Ice, and More
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Video: An Adaptive Climbing Competition for Able-Bodied and Disabled Climbers
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The Gunks, New York Climbing Destination Guide
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Video: Free-Soloing Three Classic Gunks 5.6s
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Will Gadd Climbs First Known Ascent of Niagara Falls Ice (Photos + Videos)
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Flowchart: Which Climber Town Do You Belong In?
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7 Easy Alpine Routes For Your Summer Tick List
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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+!
Maximize Your Climbing Road Trip With the Best Destinations, Insider Tips, and Crag Beta
The best road trip destinations by region, from the Northwest to the Southeast
Uncharted Territory
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Killer Pillars
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Mountain Skills Climbing Guides
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The Sports Center at Chelsea Piers
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MPHC Climbing Gym
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Albany's Indoor Rock Gym Inc
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Sleep Easy: America's Best Climber Campgrounds
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California Flake (III 5.9), Adirondacks, New York
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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.