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Vertical Life is the premier publisher of climbing media in the Southern Hemisphere. Here at Vertical Life we love climbing, be it beanied bouldering, clip-up sportclimbing, old-school daddy-tradding, big-wall suffering, alpine extremism, spandex-clad competition climbing, desperate-times-call-for-desperate-measures buildering, the lot if it involves monkey business we will cover it.
Vertical Life
3d ago
When it comes to sun hoodies, the Arc’teryx Cormac Hoody is best described as a jack of all trades, master of none.
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6d ago
Fraser began bouldering outdoors at 17, using couch cushions as a crash pad, because the climbing gyms were too hard to get to.
The post Getting to know Rock Climber Fraser Gust appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
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6d ago
Outdoor rock climbing offers a whole new level of challenge. As thrilling as it is, starting can feel daunting if you're new to climbing.
The post Rock Climbing: The Ultimate Beginners Guide appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
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6d ago
When Queensland-based photographer Nathan was asked to be part of a shoot with Ben Cossey at his local crag, he jumped at the chance.
The post Racing the setting sun at Flinders Cave | How Nathan O’Neil got the shot appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
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1w ago
When we walked into the gym tonight, you mentioned the pink climb was still up.
The post Meet Jason Whiter: a vision-impaired para climber appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
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1w ago
We’re mixing up our Local Lore column in honour of winter.
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1w ago
The climb Syrinx, 510ft, grade mild severe (170m, grade 10 in modern terminology) was pioneered by Bruce Hocking and Michael Stone in 1964.
The post Rock Climbing Rescue on Tiger Wall, Arapiles and Near Miss on Balls Pyramid appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
Vertical Life
2w ago
The Nuclei SV (as in “severe”) is the big brother to the Nuclei FL (“fast & light”), intended for seriously miserable conditions and weighing almost double that of the FL at 600g in a Medium.
The post Arc’teryx Nuclei SV Parka Long Term Review appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
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2w ago
The down jacket is a staple of any outdoor adventurer’s kit. Warm and lightweight, it packs down to nothing but can keep you toasty in subzero weather.
The post Cotopaxi Fuego Down Pant and Vest Long Term Review appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more
Vertical Life
3w ago
The Allpa 50L is a durable duffel made from 850D TPU-coated nylon on the outer, and 850D ripstop nylon on the bottom.
The post Cotopaxi Allpa 50L Duffel Field Test Review appeared first on Vertical Life ..read more