Archive for June, 2011

Petzl Gri Gri 2 Recall

Petzl Gri Gri 2 Recall

If you have purchased or are planning on purchasing Petzl’s new Gri Gri 2, you need to be aware of the safety recall.  Apparently, some units in the serial # range between 10326 and 11136 loose complete function of the auto-locking feature.  If your unit is in this series, STOP USE IMMEDIATELY! Contact Petzl America [...]


Breaking News: Honnold Solos 5.13

Breaking News: Honnold Solos 5.13

We at The SEND are dialed in, and our inside operatives in Yosemite Valley are confirming for us that National Geographic cover boy Alex Honnold has free soloed The Phoenix (5.13).  The Phoenix was the first 5.13 and was established by Ray Jardine back in like the 1800′s.  True story.  Honnold rapped in and then [...]


Evolv Shoe Demo Tuesday 3 – 8:30 & 20% OFF

Evolv Shoe Demo Tuesday 3 - 8:30 & 20% OFF

Join us tomorrow for a free Evolv shoe demo hosted by climbing legend Kurt Smith.  Kurt will be in town with all sizes of the current Evolv line-up.  Been thinkin’ about a new pair of shoes?  Now’s your chance to try out every option.  20% OFF ALL EVOLV’s Tuesday only! Share this post:


TBS 6 Final Results

TBS 6 Final Results

Firstly, many thanks to all the competitors, route setters, parents, chauffeurs, spotters, fluffers, sandbaggers and sponsors for making this comp a great success! Congratulations to Kevin Juskowski – the winner of the Chattanooga Getaway sponsored by The Crashpad, Urban Rocks, Lupi’s Pizza, and Greener Grass Publishing. Female Results: Male Results: First Name event 1 falls [...]


Vertical Ventures on Living Social

Vertical Ventures on Living Social

Vertical Ventures is currently featured on the deal-a-day website Living Social.  The deal gets you two belay classes and gear for only $25.  Know a friend who’s been thinking about trying out climbing?  Hook ‘em up! Share this post: