Gripped: The Climbing Magazine

Gripped offers the international world of climbing through the highest quality journalism and incredible pictures.

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Print is Still King of the Mountain

Volume 28, Issue 1

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Bon Voyage • A long-term trad project in Annot, France, became a lesson in patience and rediscovering the joy of climbing with friends

A Visit With La Popa • Solo on a Mexican multi-pitch

Dan Hannah • Climbing road tripper extraordinaire

Isobel Phoebus • Jumping into big objectives

Utah’s 22-Pitch Bolted 5.11 • An adventure close to town

Les Chercheurs d’Or • Epic new Quebec aid wall opened in winter conditions

Turkish Delights • Sport climbing in Antalya

The 10th Mountain Division Huts of Colorado • Backcountry luxury for climbers

Intuition and the Ethereal

Jakob Schubert • One of the strongest, most well-rounded climbers ever talks comp climbing, battling injuries, and hard outdoor bouldering

History Made in Yosemite • Another Year of Huge Sends Points to a Bright Future on the Valley Walls

Pietro Vidi’s Historic Year • FROM YOSEMITE BIG WALLS TO V16S, VIDI WAS LEADING THE WAY

Mountain Packs • Mountaineering packs are designed to carry technical gear, ropes, and layers for long climbs in harsh, high-altitude conditions. They prioritize durability, load stability, and weather resistance while keeping essential items accessible on steep, challenging terrain.

Duffels • Duffels are the go-to solution climbers travelling or moving from their drop off to base camp. The best models balance abrasion resistance, weather protection, and easy access for messy, gear-heavy loads.

Spring Footwear • Spring footwear has to handle wet trails, variable temps, and rocky approaches. Approach and light hiking shoes built for stability, traction, and durability will help you move confidently this year.

Granite and the Gear • Experiencing Pine Creek and Patagonia’s Free Wall Kit

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Embers • Reflecting on the 50th anniversary of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival and the present and future of mountain culture

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