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Between the Tides is a deep-water soloing film that follows @ross.fulkerson as he climbs above the Mediterranean on some of Mallorca’s newest lines.

With short weather windows, Ross uses lessons learned from the world of comp-climbing to make the most of the climbing between heavy rain and big swells.

🔴 LIVE on YouTube || Link in Bio
🎥: @raulonyett

#climbingisourpassion #definedbypassion

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

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Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Stoked to finally share a mini film from my Mallorca trip last January. Massive thanks to Taylor for the beautiful photos and Chris for the opportunity to explore such a legendary island.

Photos // Video: @taylor._shaffer
Video Edit // Color // Sound: @ryanfields.co

Link in bio to full video🤙

#prAnaPartner #prAnaAthlete

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Lots of time spent daydreamin’ about this place recently. Injuries, albeit quite minor in the grand scheme, have a unique way of putting everything into perspective. I will cherish the time spent with friends scaling rocks, dipping in icy rivers, and the lazy afternoons lying in moss even more when I return.

thanks for the photos gentlemen
1,2 @rocks.ca
3,4,5 @jordi.llauvi
6,7 @browniephoto

Fully ruptured my A2 at a casual comp a few weeks back. My finger felt a bit tweaky, but I thought it was just a minor overuse ache. On the last move of the last climb in finals, I was proved very wrong…

I’ve been pretty fortunate with avoiding injuries in the past but it sucks to be forced onto the sidelines. In hindsight, the combination of intense comp days and consecutive Bishop crimping should’ve warranted more focused recovery. Usually, I’m very intentional with recovery, but listening to what your body needs can be a fickle practice sometimes. I guess I needed a reminder that it’s just as important to “push yourself” to fully recover between trips and tune into what your body needs before you’re in a situation where bailing is more difficult.

Excited to have the opportunity to put more energy into some off-the-wall projects, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t bummed to be missing out on Yosemite/Sierra big walls and the first couple World Cups like planned.

Film by @dillon.film from a lovely Squamish river day last summer.

Fully ruptured my A2 at a casual comp a few weeks back. My finger felt a bit tweaky, but I thought it was just a minor overuse ache. On the last move of the last climb in finals, I was proved very wrong…

I’ve been pretty fortunate with avoiding injuries in the past but it sucks to be forced onto the sidelines. In hindsight, the combination of intense comp days and consecutive Bishop crimping should’ve warranted more focused recovery. Usually, I’m very intentional with recovery, but listening to what your body needs can be a fickle practice sometimes. I guess I needed a reminder that it’s just as important to “push yourself” to fully recover between trips and tune into what your body needs before you’re in a situation where bailing is more difficult.

Excited to have the opportunity to put more energy into some off-the-wall projects, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t bummed to be missing out on Yosemite/Sierra big walls and the first couple World Cups like planned.

Film by @dillon.film from a lovely Squamish river day last summer.

Fully ruptured my A2 at a casual comp a few weeks back. My finger felt a bit tweaky, but I thought it was just a minor overuse ache. On the last move of the last climb in finals, I was proved very wrong…

I’ve been pretty fortunate with avoiding injuries in the past but it sucks to be forced onto the sidelines. In hindsight, the combination of intense comp days and consecutive Bishop crimping should’ve warranted more focused recovery. Usually, I’m very intentional with recovery, but listening to what your body needs can be a fickle practice sometimes. I guess I needed a reminder that it’s just as important to “push yourself” to fully recover between trips and tune into what your body needs before you’re in a situation where bailing is more difficult.

Excited to have the opportunity to put more energy into some off-the-wall projects, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t bummed to be missing out on Yosemite/Sierra big walls and the first couple World Cups like planned.

Film by @dillon.film from a lovely Squamish river day last summer.

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Nationals, Team Trials, & some life in between.

Very stoked to make the 2026 US National Team!

In the past it’s been easy for me to get bogged down in the routine of competition, dedicating a tremendous amount of time and energy without a clear “why”. This time was different, and I came into both comps eager to test myself against whatever the setters created. Admittedly, several days of insane surf and the allure of Bishop granite meant my discipline waned a bit in the preceding weeks, but overall, I’m proud of how I showed up.

There’s still plenty to clean up, and some easy points were left on the table but focusing on efficiency and reframing risk as an opportunity to conserve energy definitely paid off. My pure fitness is pretty average at the moment, but leaning into that tactical approach—along with building a strong mental routine—helped keep things consistent.

Across the six rounds used to select the national team, the finishes were 6th, 3rd, 6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd

Excited to carry this style of climbing outdoors and into some World Cups later this season.

📸: 1,2,3,8 @gajdaphotography // @usaclimbing

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Desert Frames.

Mandala Sit Direct (V13/14) & The Buttermilker (V13) — sold first couple hours of the weekend Bishop mission.

Back in 2017, I did the sit into the left exit—when the top holds were a bit less grovelly—as my first V13 (3rd slide). At the time, it was my longest project, so coming back and ticking off the direct finish first-T from the ground felt like a nice confirmation of the recent crimp gains.

Followed Mandala up with a geat power-endurance sesh on The Buttermilker. For whatever reason, I’d only put a handful of goes into this rig over the years, but after dropping the top more times than I’d care to admit, I got ’er done.

Cheers to @zachgalla & @brett_walker_13 for rounding out the send train on Mandala Sit🤝

Mandala Sit Direct (V13/14) & The Buttermilker (V13) — sold first couple hours of the weekend Bishop mission.

Back in 2017, I did the sit into the left exit—when the top holds were a bit less grovelly—as my first V13 (3rd slide). At the time, it was my longest project, so coming back and ticking off the direct finish first-T from the ground felt like a nice confirmation of the recent crimp gains.

Followed Mandala up with a geat power-endurance sesh on The Buttermilker. For whatever reason, I’d only put a handful of goes into this rig over the years, but after dropping the top more times than I’d care to admit, I got ’er done.

Cheers to @zachgalla & @brett_walker_13 for rounding out the send train on Mandala Sit🤝

Mandala Sit Direct (V13/14) & The Buttermilker (V13) — sold first couple hours of the weekend Bishop mission.

Back in 2017, I did the sit into the left exit—when the top holds were a bit less grovelly—as my first V13 (3rd slide). At the time, it was my longest project, so coming back and ticking off the direct finish first-T from the ground felt like a nice confirmation of the recent crimp gains.

Followed Mandala up with a geat power-endurance sesh on The Buttermilker. For whatever reason, I’d only put a handful of goes into this rig over the years, but after dropping the top more times than I’d care to admit, I got ’er done.

Cheers to @zachgalla & @brett_walker_13 for rounding out the send train on Mandala Sit🤝

J-Tree provides again! Unreal vibes at Rock Rumble Royale this year. I’d guess around 60 double-digit boulders were sent across the park, surely making it the most prolific day of sending J-Tree has ever seen.

Going into the event, I thought it might turn into a bit of a duel between @brett_walker_13 and me, but walking into the rules meeting it was obvious the field was far more stacked.

By the end of the six-hour window, I managed seven double-digits with three falls along the way to claim the title again, but what stuck with me most was the level of clarity throughout the day. Having such a clear intention for what and how to climb— really trying to be patient and present on every attempt, then haul ass to the next bloc—was incredibly rewarding. Don’t think I’ve ever felt so focused for so long haha It definitely motivated me to carry that same energy more consistently, especially outdoors.

Huge thanks to @hamslam_in_your_ham_jam @kenzienicole15 and @brett_walker_13 for the support. Getting to romp around the park and try nearly every classic double-digit was pretty special and only possible with a crew as psyched as y’all! Cheers
@brett_walker_13 on🥈and @aidan.roberts98 on 🥉

Putting together a little edit from the day, but here are a few photos for now. Thanks, @austin.helmut for the shots and @cliffhangerguides for hosting such a rad event 🤙

J-Tree provides again! Unreal vibes at Rock Rumble Royale this year. I’d guess around 60 double-digit boulders were sent across the park, surely making it the most prolific day of sending J-Tree has ever seen.

Going into the event, I thought it might turn into a bit of a duel between @brett_walker_13 and me, but walking into the rules meeting it was obvious the field was far more stacked.

By the end of the six-hour window, I managed seven double-digits with three falls along the way to claim the title again, but what stuck with me most was the level of clarity throughout the day. Having such a clear intention for what and how to climb— really trying to be patient and present on every attempt, then haul ass to the next bloc—was incredibly rewarding. Don’t think I’ve ever felt so focused for so long haha It definitely motivated me to carry that same energy more consistently, especially outdoors.

Huge thanks to @hamslam_in_your_ham_jam @kenzienicole15 and @brett_walker_13 for the support. Getting to romp around the park and try nearly every classic double-digit was pretty special and only possible with a crew as psyched as y’all! Cheers
@brett_walker_13 on🥈and @aidan.roberts98 on 🥉

Putting together a little edit from the day, but here are a few photos for now. Thanks, @austin.helmut for the shots and @cliffhangerguides for hosting such a rad event 🤙

J-Tree provides again! Unreal vibes at Rock Rumble Royale this year. I’d guess around 60 double-digit boulders were sent across the park, surely making it the most prolific day of sending J-Tree has ever seen.

Going into the event, I thought it might turn into a bit of a duel between @brett_walker_13 and me, but walking into the rules meeting it was obvious the field was far more stacked.

By the end of the six-hour window, I managed seven double-digits with three falls along the way to claim the title again, but what stuck with me most was the level of clarity throughout the day. Having such a clear intention for what and how to climb— really trying to be patient and present on every attempt, then haul ass to the next bloc—was incredibly rewarding. Don’t think I’ve ever felt so focused for so long haha It definitely motivated me to carry that same energy more consistently, especially outdoors.

Huge thanks to @hamslam_in_your_ham_jam @kenzienicole15 and @brett_walker_13 for the support. Getting to romp around the park and try nearly every classic double-digit was pretty special and only possible with a crew as psyched as y’all! Cheers
@brett_walker_13 on🥈and @aidan.roberts98 on 🥉

Putting together a little edit from the day, but here are a few photos for now. Thanks, @austin.helmut for the shots and @cliffhangerguides for hosting such a rad event 🤙

J-Tree provides again! Unreal vibes at Rock Rumble Royale this year. I’d guess around 60 double-digit boulders were sent across the park, surely making it the most prolific day of sending J-Tree has ever seen.

Going into the event, I thought it might turn into a bit of a duel between @brett_walker_13 and me, but walking into the rules meeting it was obvious the field was far more stacked.

By the end of the six-hour window, I managed seven double-digits with three falls along the way to claim the title again, but what stuck with me most was the level of clarity throughout the day. Having such a clear intention for what and how to climb— really trying to be patient and present on every attempt, then haul ass to the next bloc—was incredibly rewarding. Don’t think I’ve ever felt so focused for so long haha It definitely motivated me to carry that same energy more consistently, especially outdoors.

Huge thanks to @hamslam_in_your_ham_jam @kenzienicole15 and @brett_walker_13 for the support. Getting to romp around the park and try nearly every classic double-digit was pretty special and only possible with a crew as psyched as y’all! Cheers
@brett_walker_13 on🥈and @aidan.roberts98 on 🥉

Putting together a little edit from the day, but here are a few photos for now. Thanks, @austin.helmut for the shots and @cliffhangerguides for hosting such a rad event 🤙

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Been lovin the full range of climbing terrain out in J-Tree. Not often you can hop on top-notch sport, boulders, and trad all within a couple minutes. Never got around to posting about Integrity (5.14a/b) or last year’s Rock Rumble Royale, but both days were big-time highlights. Would highly recommend coming out for the second annual Rock Rumble Royale Jan 9th/10th, nothing but good vibes and one of the most unique competition formats around. With boulders scattered all over the park, you really had to hustle to get seven boulders done in six hours.

Integrity, on the other hand, was more of a slow burn. After a couple quick sessions playing on it in the heat, @g.climb , @bobbysorich, and I went out late, and I was able to put it together. This rig definitely deserves more attention—it’s one of the most aesthetic lines out there and requires a crazy range of movement styles. Video coming soon-ish. Not sure if the crux — a massive deadpoint to knee-bar palm press situation, has broken at all since the last ascent, but it felt worthy of a slash grade.

Big thanks to @cliffhangerguides for making this event happen 🤙🫡

📸1-3 @bobbysorich
📸4&6 @philh.lee

Lifestyles of the Poor and Famous · V13 / 8B

Hiked up here with @gumjangsu about a year ago and was immediately blown away by the quality of the line and the backdrop. Fast-forward to last week: @ethansalvo and I rigged a line and gave it some goes on the TR-solo setup. @ethan_pringle beta revolved around some deep drop knees, but with a recent knee tweak, I went for a slightly more brute-force approach. The opening didn’t feel too bad, but the move to the lip is no joke—the holds are decent, but it’s definitely not a fall you want to take.

In hindsight, I could’ve rehearsed it a bit more, but after sticking the crux twice on the rope, I felt solid enough to try from the ground. Two days later, we rallied a big crew, and I tried to get myself into the right headspace. Needless to say, attempt one… not locked in. Fortunately, the landing is flat, and with a double stack of pads, the impact wasn’t too heavy.

Second go, I was still a bit in my head. The left-hand pinch was feeling a bit fickle—there’s a wide thumb catch that was crucial for me, and I hadn’t quite found it yet.

Third go, I was fully committed. The final bop-bop move to the lip is surely one of the most memorable moves I’ve done outside. Huge thanks to the support crew and to Ethan for establishing a mega line. Second ascent?

Short and sweet Valley trip, mainly focused on building confidence on gear, but it felt nice to hop on this rig after a morning of rope antics.

Dogwood, V12 / 8A+

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee

Travis Foster, 5.14b.

Had planned to just watch the sunset over the sound between belay duties for @ethansalvo, but ended up throwing my shoes in the bag last minute. My skin felt good, and the temps were too good not to give it a rip.

After an overly optimistic flash burn, about a five-move endeavor, I spent a few minutes on the static line and gave it another go. My beta was sketchy at best — I’d done all the individual moves but hadn’t linked more than one or two of the crux moves together. Thankfully, Salvo had some beautiful ticks on the main grips.

The headspace felt eerily similar to an onsight burn in a rope comp: familiar with the holds, but still unsure of the precise positions. The climb’s only about 40ft, but the delicate layback sequence at the crux makes it a full value line. Squeezing with your thumbs and palms to stay balanced on the left side of the dike, you hike the left foot up to gain a couple of sharp crimps before the last few crux moves. Definitely one of the more memorable sequences I did up in Squam.

🎥: @jordi.llauvi

@madrockclimbing
@arcteryx.losangeles
@chalkra.us
@groundfallcoffee