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The Marsupials Traverse

The Marsupials Traverse

1000' of alpine style ridge line in Oregon's premier climbing destination. The Marsupials Traverse is the longest climb in Smith Rock State Park. Runout and with dangerous falls, fortunately the climbing is pretty "easy," though some of this is on loose rock.

The Great White Book

The Great White Book

Perhaps Tuolumne’s most classic wide climb. It is intimidating, polished, and is many climbers’ introduction to chimney and offwidth. Although it’s low-angle, the climbing grabs your attention with frequent runouts or awkward chimney moves.

The Matthes Crest

The Matthes Crest

The Matthes Crest is one of the most classic knife-edge ridges anywhere. Stunning scenery, fun climbing, and stomach- churning exposure combine to make Matthes Crest a true gem. Five star alpine climbing that is better than I dreamed of, and I dreamed about it for some time!

Bear Creek Spire

Bear Creek Spire

This week's entry was my heaviest trip this year. For the weeks building up to the trip, I have to say, I was very nervous.  I have never done any technical climbing at such high altitude and was curious how I'd fair. 

Texas Canyon

Texas Canyon

Just 40 minutes off the beaten path of Los Angeles sits Texas Canyon. This beautiful part of the high desert consists of a collection of large sandstone conglomerate domes, isolated rock formations, and boulders. We set out for some friendly climbs and doubled it up with some time to photograph new products for the Forever Outside store.