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Alpine Climbing, Climbing, First Ascents, News - November 10, 2021

Ukrainians Make First Ascent of Annapurna III Southeast Ridge, 40 Years After First Attempt

On Nov. 6, three Ukrainian climbers summited Annapurna III (24,786 feet) via the Southeast Ridge. The 7,500-feet route was highly coveted.

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Climbers Purchase ‘House Boulders’ to Boost IL Climbing Access

'House Boulders' is a new, 20-acre corridor acquired by the Access Fund and ICA. It offers 70+ problems and a potential boost to the economy.

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Raven Tor Tear: Bosi Climbs Crag’s Last Open Project, Proposes 9a+ (5.15a)

‘Brandenburg Gate’ was the last unfinished project at Raven Tor, England’s most revered sport climbing cliff. On Sunday, Scotsman Will Bosi sent it in short order. Long thought to be at least 9b/5.15b, Bosi graded the route 9a+/5.15a. This season, Will Bosi leveraged the power of youth to send some of Raven Tor’s oldest projects.... Read more »

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Controversy: Himalaya Climbers Raided Cache to Snag Tengkangpoche Ascent

On October 30, two climbers stood atop the north pillar of Tengkangpoche (21,283 ft.) with a proud first ascent. But did they steal gear to do it?

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Climbing, Janja Garnbret, News, on-sight, Rock, Women - November 6, 2021

Janja Garnbret Snags First Women’s 8c/5.14b On-Sight, Building Her Legend

With 29 IFSC Climbing World Cup gold medals and Olympic gold, the Slovenian is arguably the most successful competition climber ever. Janja Garnbret can climb real rock, too — on-sight, harder than any other woman in the world.

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