The Speed(s) of Life
And now for something a bit different… Sean Steigemeier traveled the world shooting time-lapse video (tons of photos put in sequence to make a video). The band Stomacher used his footage for a music video. Climbers will recognize some of the places, everyone will recognize the beauty of this film. Enjoy the music? Download it [...]
Big Wall Speed Buildering?
While in The Needles of California last year, VV’s Chris Brown met Sedona desert specialist Mike Knarzer. Both share a common desire for Sierra granite, desert sandstone, and buildering? Apparently Mike has been hard at work training as a team member for the USA in The Marina Bay Sands 2010 World Championship Climb to the [...]
Dirtbag Diaries – shedding light on the K2 accident
sen·sa·tion·al: arousing or tending to arouse (as by lurid details) a quick, intense, and usually superficial interest, curiosity, or emotional reaction. The media thrives on sensational stories, but all too often one important thing gets left out: FACT. In this latest Dirtbag Diaries, Fitz Cahall and Freddie Wilkinson shed some light on the facts surrounding [...]
Need shred, need crack.
The various half-wits, rock jocks and bicycle bandits that comprise the venerable Team Shred have released their first mega epic ultra film titled “Need Shred, Need Crack.” Future Hollwood stars in the making? Probably not, but they’re guaranteed to be good for some scars laughs. Without further ado, winner of 25 Emmys and 6 Academy [...]
New Dirtbag Diaries
The latest Dirtbag Diaries from Fitz Cahall takes us deep into the headquarters of the Yosemite free climbing scene – the Lodge Cafeteria. James Lucas narrates his wisdom gained from encounters with Surfer Bob, Platinum Rob and Magoo. This one could be subtitled – “How to be a Hardman.” Check it: The Dirtbag Diaries – [...]
The VV Army
We randomly came across this video of young Nate Hefner crushing a v10 in Rumbling Bald. Nate entered the world of hard bouldering many moons ago by training at Vertical Ventures. He has since left Florida, but the effect Vertical Ventures had on him is still quite visible. Share this post:
Breaking News Update: Honnold Solos The Crucifix in Yosemite
This just in: Alex Honnold of Sacramento, CA has completed a free solo of The Crucifix. This 1000′ route is located on Yosemite’s Higher Cathedral and checks in at a hard-man affirming 5.12b. Alex had been in the Valley whittling away at the Nose speed climbing record with Uli Steck when the 2 headed over [...]
Do You Vote? Yes, Daily.
How many times have you voted? Maybe the Obama campaign was your first time? Think again. In today’s economic climate, you cast your vote every time you spend your dollars. Where and how you spend your money directly affects your world. So think about it next time you pull out your wallet – don’t let [...]
Dean Potter: Falling to Fly
Dean Potter is characterized by creativity, commitment and challenge. He started climbing as a child, with a free solo fall from a stone wall as one of his earliest memories. Since that time, he has speed soloed Half Dome and El Capitan, Cerro Torre, and Fitzroy. He was the first to make a one-day free [...]
Conditions
It’s been said that a true climber follows the conditions. With that in mind, as we gear up for yet another hot summer in The South, The SEND has come up with the Southern Summer Survival Guide to keep you happy and sending during these most desperate of times. Things NOT To Do: Climb in [...]
