Speed Series Part II: Sean Leary and Dean Potter
Recently, we at Alpinist picked the brains of the speediest climbers to learn more about speed climbing and how it fits into our grade-crazy community. “We’re always filled with the knowledge that if we fall, it’s a minimum 100-footer and probably way more. You’re going to kill your friend and probably mutilate or kill yourself.”
Book Review: Recompense: Streams Summits and Reflections
Irwin began writing when his father made him keep a journal on family vacations. As he grew older, writing became an increasingly important part of his life. He coupled this passion with a love of the outdoors, and it has taken him across North America and beyond. His travels are always under the banner of climbing, skiing, fly-fishing and, of course, writing.
Monte Sarmiento in Video
Video from Ralf Gantzhorn’s Monte Sarmiento climb. (For more info see Alpinist 32.)
Petzl Sum’tec Ice Axe: For The Weight-Conscious Climber
While the axe is fairly light, it is the weight distribution that really impresses me. With a curved aluminum shaft and a stainless steel head, this tool feels solid in the hand and swings like champ.
