The Challenge – Steve McClure
Steve McClure gives an insight into his search for climbing challenges which inspire him. With an attempt to climb a hard, existing pegged route using
Steve McClure gives an insight into his search for climbing challenges which inspire him. With an attempt to climb a hard, existing pegged route using
At 73 years old, Irmgard Braun is determined to climb the hardest route of her life. Filmmaker Hannah Morris spends two days in the Frankenjura
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In May 2025 I completed the Yosemite Triple Crown with my friend Brant Hysell, this is the story of our day!
Eight years after a devastating ice climbing accident, Markus Hofbauer is back on the ice. What drives him isn’t defiance – it’s passion. A story
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To honor 25 years of Summit Series, we’re exploring stories from our athletes, who are unified by the world’s most iconic ranges.
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