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Trip Report

Big Wall Solo, South Face of Washington Column (V, 5.8, C1)

I arrived in Yosemite in October 2018 with one thing on my mind; soloing a big wall. In fact, this monkey had been on my

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January 31, 2019 2 Comments
Trip Report

How NOT to Climb the Casual Route, Longs Peak (800ft, IV, 5.10a)

The Casual Route on the Diamond of Longs Peak is anything but. It’s the easiest route on the face but even with perfect conditions you’ll still hike

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September 10, 2018 4 Comments
Tech Talk

The Best Climbing Anchor | A Look at Anchor Research

**Parts of this post are missing/non-functional due to my stupidity, sorry!** This led me to think; why don’t I find the smartest, most experienced climber

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July 23, 2018 No Comments
Gear Review

Belay Gloves: Rack ’em or Sack ’em?

Belay gloves protect your hands from fast moving ropes, hot belay devices, aluminum oxide flakes, dirt, cactus spines, and spiky bushwhacks that can all take

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March 20, 2018 No Comments
Rock Climbing

VIDEO: Climbing at Looking Glass Rock, North Carolina

In mid-November, on my first real climbing stop of my road trip I spent a week at Looking Glass Rock in North Carolina with a

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January 8, 2018 No Comments
Banter

Should We Grade Our Partners?

You’re in a parking lot waiting to meet up with a new partner who you found online. You’re ready for the day of climbing and

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December 15, 2017 1 Comment
Rock Climbing

10 Tips for Beginning Hangboarders

These tips are for people who are new to hangboarding, NOT new to climbing. If you’re new to climbing you are better off using your

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April 7, 2017 2 Comments
Banter

Authentic Distressed Climber Jacket – $650

I’ve had amazing adventures in this jacket so you don’t have to! Thousands of dollars and multiple years have been invested in climbing with this

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March 25, 2017 No Comments
Trip Report

Trip Report: Alpamayo (19,511ft), Cordillera Blanca, Peru

[This trip took place in July, 2015. This post took me a really long time to write, I hope it entertains. Sorry its sooo long]

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January 19, 2016 2 Comments
Banter

Cool Story Bro… but you effed up.

Humans tell stories. We always have and we always will. While the content of these oral traditions has shifted; from water turned to wine to

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July 11, 2015 No Comments
A Day in the Life

A Day in the Life: Dirtbagging Northern Spain

[After instructing a 3 week introductory climbing course in Spain I found myself with a few free days and a few free friends. This post

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May 27, 2015 2 Comments
Mountain Training School

Northern Patagonian Ice Cap Traverse: Journal Excerpts

[Some sentences taken from my journal leaving out all the useless stuff. Click on the pictures for a larger version. An amazing journey to the say

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September 16, 2014 No Comments
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A perfect chicken head to protect my followers above a crux and before a long traverse on Olive Oil in Red Rock last week. Will we talk about slinging heads on our trad course? Absolutely not. We stick to the most practical, common, and core situations to maximize our time together. Nerding out on rare circumstances is fun but ultimately not going to serve you best on our programs. Save it for the armchair. 🤘
VP: Vertical Proposals??? Congrats Brittany & Patr VP: Vertical Proposals??? Congrats Brittany & Patrick!!!
Rrrrrrrompin' classics! Geoff's third multipitch. Rrrrrrrompin' classics! Geoff's third multipitch. Started climbing with us a few months ago in the Auburn Quarry and now he's climbing some LEGIT world class climbs. 💣
As Geoff would say, YEAH BITCH! As Geoff would say, YEAH BITCH!
Latest webinar is finally live on our YouTube! All Latest webinar is finally live on our YouTube! All sorts of tips and tricks for building comfy, efficient multi pitch anchors.
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I know long form content is not really a "good use of time" from an engagement/eyeballs/business standpoint, but I just can't help myself. I'm stoked to provide a substantial rice and beans resource in the age of sugary morsels. That's kinda what VP is all about...
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What should our next webinar be about!?
If you spend more than 90 seconds tying your multi If you spend more than 90 seconds tying your multipitch trad anchors, this webinar is for you!

Must pre-register at the link in bio.

Free in-depth instruction from an AMGA Certified Rock Guide. Hell yeah.

**Who can tell me the exact location of the anchor in the photo?? (No guides allowed 😝)

UPCOMING EVENTS w/ VERTICAL PURSUITS:
Intro to Multipitch | THIS SUNDAY, Dec 21 @ Cragmont, Berkeley
Intro to Trad | Saturday, Jan 10 @ Cosumnes River Gorge 
All-Inclusive Yoga & Climbing Retreat | 1/30-2/2 in EPC, Mexico
Multipitch Mentorship Camp | 2/6-2/9 in EPC, Mexico

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Another Top Rope Solo course in the bag! Beautiful Another Top Rope Solo course in the bag! Beautiful day at Cosumnes learning the art of climbing on your own. It's so freeing to be on your own time, climbing what you want/when you want, practicing your skills, and working on your project without coordinating with flaky (but nice) humans.
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Oh and the belay is actually better than with a partner.
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#freesolo
Slammin' cams and jammin' hands on another bitchin Slammin' cams and jammin' hands on another bitchin' Trad: Beyond the Basics. 🪓🪓🪓
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Wanna be a cool cat too? Intro to Trad, January 10th @ Cosumnes River Gorge.
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#roxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Great day on School Rock. Took two whips on the Nu Great day on School Rock. Took two whips on the Nursery Slab, will have to go back for the red point. They let anyone be a rock guide these days. SMH. ☠️
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#theleadershallnotfall
Take rad courses, be less anxious, take safe whipp Take rad courses, be less anxious, take safe whippers. Lots of great stuff coming down the pipes!  Link in bio for  details.
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Trad: Beyond the Basics 12/13 @ Sugarloaf
Top Rope Solo Course 12/14 @ Cosumnes River Gorge
Intro to Sport Leading 12/14 @ Auburn Quarry
Intro to Multipitch 12/21 @ Cragmont, Berkeley
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#learntofuckingrockclimb
Rounding out the Moab #VPEast posts. After a big w Rounding out the Moab #VPEast posts. After a big wall clinic, crack clinic, and Ancient Art William popped into town. We climbed the FANTASTIC North Face of Castleton Tower (11-, 3p). Afterward William took a bonus lap on P1 of Sacred Ground (11c) climbing well despite two days slammed with physical 5.11 climbing, including 5.11 (not minus) off width and him leading 11- @ Wall Street. Williams appetite to work on his weaknesses was super impressive!
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Since we were both headed to Red Rock together afterwards we carpooled, stopping at a hot spring along the way. Now that's service!
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Looking forward to heading back to Moab in the Spring!
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#mentorship
We have two amazing trips upcoming in Mexico this We have two amazing trips upcoming in Mexico this year!

🧘‍♀️✨ YOGA + CLIMBING RETREAT — EL POTRERO CHICO, MEXICO ✨🧗‍♂️

Dates: Jan 30th - Feb 2nd

Recharge your body, mind, and stoke in the limestone canyons of El Potrero Chico. This retreat blends mindful movement with world-class climbing to help you reconnect, reset, and climb with intention.

What’s Included:
🌞 Daily yoga flow + breathwork
🧗‍♀️ Single-pitch climbing days with supportive instruction
✨ Movement + mobility workshops
🏡 Lodging near the canyon
🌮 Fresh local food + chill evening hangs
💫 Community, grounding, and plenty of sunshine

Perfect for beginners through intermediate climbers looking for a balanced, rejuvenating adventure.

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🧗‍♂️🔥 MULTI-PITCH MENTORSHIP CAMP — EL POTRERO CHICO, MEXICO 🔥🧗‍♀️

Dates: Feb 6th - Feb 9th

Want to confidently climb bigger routes and break into the world of multi-pitch? This mentorship-style camp is built to level you up—skills, systems, efficiency, and mindset.

What You’ll Learn:
🔗 Anchors, transitions, belay systems
⚙️ Rappelling setups + problem solving
⏱️ Efficiency tips for long days on the wall
🪢 Rope management, communication, and safe decision-making
🧗‍♂️ Real multi-pitch mileage on EPC’s iconic routes

Plus:
🏡 Comfortable lodging options
🔥 Community dinners
🌄 A supportive environment to grow your skills

If you’re ready to climb higher—literally—this camp is for you.

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