Responsibilities of Storytelling
In this Sharp End story from Alpinist 91, Derek Franz considers recurring themes and the responsibilities of storytelling, and announces his trip to Nepal. He… Read More »Responsibilities of Storytelling
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The Climbing Life
C.A.M.P.’s Ikon Nova Helmet: A ponytail-friendly workhorse that comes in two sizes
MSRP: $74.95 After almost every approach, I find myself redoing my hair before racking up. Adjusting my high ponytail to a low braid that fits… Read More »C.A.M.P.’s Ikon Nova Helmet: A ponytail-friendly workhorse that comes in two sizes
The Dumpster Diaries, Then and Now
TWELVE YEARS AGO, I was knee-deep in a dumpster digging for groceries. Inspired by legends like Yvon Chouinard, who famously lived on cat food for… Read More »The Dumpster Diaries, Then and Now
Patagonian Pain
“Oh, shit! I have really fucked up. This is bad, and I know it. Kevin, take a photo.” My hands were rope burned almost to… Read More »Patagonian Pain
The Climber as Artist
To say that the mountains are a canvas on which we practice our art is one of the great cliches–and conceits–of climbing. Can comparing the… Read More »The Climber as Artist
Gaining
COLD CALLING has its place. In 1996 I saw a picture of Kitty Calhoun climbing a dazzling ice wall in an exceptionally fetching one-piece suit,… Read More »Gaining