Gripped Week in Review: New Alpine, Toronto Crags, Anchors
This is a weekly summary of top climbing stories from April 20 to April 27.
Life Compass
Brette Harrington and Rose Pearson climb a big new alpine route in the Canadian Rockies.
Laura Rogora
At 16, Laura Rogora has established a new 5.14+.
Jeff Marshall
Legendary Canadian rock climber talks about altering existing route.
Canadian Alpine Tools
Alberta-based blacksmith is making hammers and pitons for climbers.
Anchor Wear and Tear
Top route developer explains why you shouldn’t top-rope directly through anchors.
Expensive Boulder
The first ascent of a hard problem goes up on the world’s most expensive boulder.
Mark Vallance
The founder of the company Wild Country passed away.
Canada in Himalayas
A number of Canadian teams are in the Himalayas climbing this year.
Jeannette Peak
The first reported ascent of a big B.C. mountain was likely the first ascent.
Toronto Crags
Here are five great Toronto-area crags for spring.
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