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Climbing, Rock - October 5, 2022

‘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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Bouldering, Climbing, Rock - October 4, 2022

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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Stefano Ghisolfi Pushes Pause Button on ‘Silence’

Ghisolfi hung ‘em up for the season on the hardest rock climb in the world. But make no mistake — he will be back.

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With Land Donation, Michigan Gets First Climber-Owned Crag

The Slugg's Bluff climbing area offers a quartzite cliff with 10 sports routes, a dozen trad lines, and lots of potential for more of both.

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