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Hazel Findlay Faces Fear on Route That Nearly Killed Her

Hazel Findlay became well-known for sending scary-as-hell climbs. In her latest vid, she returns to the route that almost ended her career. 

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Watch Alex Honnold Try (And Fail) in VR Climbing Game

What happens when you ask one of the world's most accomplished climbers to try a VR climbing game? Hilarious one-liners — obviously. 

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‘Omen Nomen’ 9a: A Flash Attempt by Adam Ondra

Adam Ondra attempts to flash 'Omen Nomen' 5 years after Stefano Ghisolfi's first ascent, which was then graded 8c+. But then a hold broke off, and now it's a 9a.

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Mammut ‘Crag We Care’ Rope Review: Upcycled Cord Survives 200-Plus Days at the Cliffs

The impressively durable, affordable Mammut Crag We Care climbing rope is made using yarn left over after manufacturing other ropes.

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Ageism in Climbing: Why the Word ‘Still’ Cheapens the Sport

If you think ageism isn’t an issue in rock climbing, chances are you’re younger than 40. Matt Samet takes a deep dive into the issue.

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