In Love With “Jedi Mind Tricks” (M13/14): An Amazing Day for Marianne van der Steen and Dennis van Hoek
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Mixed Climbing
Sam Elias and Marianne van der Steen Win Mixed Competition at 2019 Ouray Ice Fest
Another Ouray Ice Fest is in the books and the competition route was one of the coolest we've seen.
Can I Girth Hitch a Sling to a Bolt Hanger?
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In the (Belay) Loop
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How to Customize Ice-Tool Picks
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Do It Yourself Mixed Boots
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Jeff Lowe, Best Alpinist of a Generation, Dies at 67
Widely regarded as the finest American alpinist of his generation, Jeff Lowe died on the evening of August 24. He was 67 years old.
TNB: Jeff Lowe Invented the Sport
Climber Jeff Lowe invented modern mixed climbing and inspired generations of climbers, including the alpinist Ueli Steck, who recently onsighted Octopussy, 20 years after Lowe's historical ascent.
Is Mixed Climbing Legitimate?
The "Great Game" of modern mixed climbing is on its deathbed. Will it survive?