tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79378691403143908492012-01-24T10:08:07.698-06:00Climbing Association of North TexasThis is a group for those of us locked in the worst climbing area this side of the desert. They told us you can't climb in Texas, but C.A.N.T. can. Lame joke, I know. I couldn't resist. :) We're looking for new Members who live around the North Texas area...or not. We do more than just climb/mountaineer as well; we also do a lot of talk about hiking, camping, and numerous other outdooor activities.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.comBlogger1321100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-60373026333166218242012-01-24T10:08:00.000-06:002012-01-24T10:08:07.707-06:00Petzl in ChinaChina is a fantastic place to climb.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-28842822122221609422012-01-23T15:54:00.000-06:002012-01-23T15:54:17.195-06:00Yosemite Timelapse VideoThis is spectacularly brilliant.
Yosemite HD from Project Yosemite on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-78233658172413485092012-01-19T09:03:00.000-06:002012-01-19T09:03:34.913-06:00ChronoCon "First Light" Time LapseTime lapse film from Greece.
ChronoCon "First Light" HDR – HD Timelapse from Pentalunex Team on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-28832248591785638912012-01-19T08:32:00.001-06:002012-01-19T08:33:45.831-06:00Moon & Venus Over the Swiss Alps
(via David Kaplan's Flickr)The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-83317210886810691262012-01-19T08:26:00.000-06:002012-01-19T08:26:41.440-06:00Wingsuit Basejumping in ChinaBasejumping and wingsuiting should be on everyone's bucket list.
Chinese Scenes from BASE-Book - Matt Gerdes on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-15725444174883682052012-01-19T08:22:00.001-06:002012-01-19T08:24:38.729-06:00Dubstep Time Lapse Video - Summer & FallIf this doesn't make you want to get outdoors, I don't know what will.
One day Summer One day Fall from Daniel Kelly Brown on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-72486538322977602072012-01-06T18:19:00.000-06:002012-01-06T18:19:48.081-06:00Climbing the Dragon's Horn in Malaysia
Cedar Wright and Lucho tread through the jungles of Malaysia to climb the "Dragon's Horn".The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-84406201823906924412011-12-22T14:02:00.002-06:002011-12-22T14:05:24.827-06:00Alan Arnette on his 7 Summits for Alzheimer'sA very inspirational and heartwarming video from Alan Arnette for his 7 Summits Climb for Alzheimer's Research.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-58829109509058656882011-12-21T08:32:00.001-06:002012-01-19T09:01:26.157-06:00Solva Hut PhotoThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-86435260951661320142011-12-02T07:26:00.000-06:002011-12-02T07:26:32.826-06:00Free Solo Slacklining Taft Point in Yosemite, CAI think the VIMEO description says it all here: Mich Kemeter on the Taft Point in Yosemite, CA is walking unprotected a 30m /99 feet long highline both ways.
Mich Kemeter - Taft Point Highline Free Solo Trailer from Flo Murnig on Vimeo.
YIKES!!!The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-22049254877788401342011-11-23T13:40:00.001-06:002011-11-23T13:42:05.010-06:0010 Extraordinary Mountains - VideoThis is a pretty neat short video about different mountains of the world. You should check out more of the videos from AllTime10's YouTube Channel.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-19071796358529378802011-11-21T10:14:00.001-06:002012-01-19T09:00:35.986-06:00The Denali ExperimentEnjoy Jimmy Chin's full documentary for The North Face.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-17301578972848767552011-11-21T09:22:00.000-06:002011-11-21T09:22:51.334-06:00The North Face: Know Your Boundaries SeriesEpisode 1: Avalanche Introduction & Backcountry Gear
Episode 2: The Avalanche Triad: Terrain / Snowpack / Weather
Episode 3: The Five Red Flags
Episode 4: The Human Factor
Episode 5: Respect the Mountains
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-24634557248394169042011-11-14T16:28:00.000-06:002011-11-14T16:28:31.012-06:00The Denali Experiment Teaser TrailerYoung skier Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and snowboarder Lucas Debari join Conrad Anker and a host of other North Face climbers (Hilaree ONeill, Ingrid Backstrom, Jim Zellers, Emilio Previtali and Giulia Monego ) as both climb then ski Mount McKinley.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-56334789597989210972011-11-11T19:04:00.000-06:002011-11-11T19:04:09.545-06:00The New MSR WindPro II StoveCheck out the new backpacking stove from MSR called the WindPro II. It has an improved design to fight wind and the ability to more firmly hold pots as well as a special inverted stand for holding upside down fuel canisters for improved fuel consumption. Plus it only weighs 6.6oz! You'll be able to purchase the WindPro II in January of 2012.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-91037819593526128032011-11-02T09:45:00.000-05:002011-11-02T09:45:45.453-05:00Made In Iceland - VideoKlara Harden shares her recent trip to Iceland in this great video.
MADE IN ICELAND from Klara Harden on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-33603079372871363252011-11-01T08:02:00.000-05:002011-11-01T08:02:46.993-05:00I Believe I Can Fly ( Flight of the Frenchies) - TrailerThese Frenchmen are totally nuts!
I Believe I can Fly ( flight of the frenchies). Trailer from sebastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-9440472453389862812011-10-28T12:37:00.000-05:002011-10-28T12:37:25.828-05:00The Devil's Path - New YorkFast & Light on The Devils Path, New York - Brought to you by Timberland™ from Gear Junkie on Vimeo.
Stephen Regenold (aka GearJunkie) shared this cool video of him completing "The Devil's Path" in New York in under 23 hours.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-56956404401618886452011-10-04T08:07:00.000-05:002011-10-04T08:07:08.630-05:00The SOL "Origin" Multi-Function Tool
The Origin is an all-in-one survival kit weighing at 6.25oz and that goes for around $60. It includes the following items:
1 Aluminum Foil, Heavy Duty, 3 Sq. Ft.
1 Combination Knife, LED Light & Whistle
1 Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
1 Fire Lite Fire Striker
4 Fish Hook, #10
1 Fishing Line
1 Safety Wire, Stainless Steel, (6 ft of 0.020")
1 Signal Mirror, Rescue Flash
2 Snap Swivel, The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-90382871537732577752011-09-19T12:42:00.000-05:002011-09-19T12:42:01.994-05:00Petzl New Lynx CramponsPetzl just introduced new crampons made for mixed snow and ice or even dry tooling. It also binds to boots with or without toe welts. Check it out!
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-56366898639552489212011-09-12T12:44:00.000-05:002011-09-12T12:44:37.663-05:00Sealander - The Amphibious CamperWhen's the last time you thought, "this camping trailer is nice but boy would I love to be camping in the middle of a lake"? Well, if you're that one person, this is the camper for you. The Sealander is a lightweight camper trailer that doubles as a boat with a small outboard motor and runs for about $20k. You can view the translated website here: http://www.sealander.de/
Sealander - The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-76298339627535266842011-09-12T07:11:00.000-05:002011-09-12T07:11:26.498-05:00Arnaud Petit Climbs "Black Bean" (5.13d)Arnaud Petit trad-climbs "Black Bean" (5.13d) in Céüse, France. Quite extraordinary.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-28829063158246047742011-09-06T09:05:00.000-05:002011-09-06T09:05:50.332-05:00Kilimanjaro Climbing GearAlan Arnette discusses some of the gear he chose to use on his attempt of summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. This will be his 6 climb of his Seven Summit bid for Alzheimer cure research. Please visit Alan's climbing website and donate to his cause at http://www.climb4ad.com/.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-36642203195969919132011-08-26T12:49:00.000-05:002011-08-26T12:49:41.778-05:00Thomasina Pidgeon Boulders Beautiful Gecko (v12) in Bishop, CABeautiful Gecko from Jesse Bonin on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-52996065679438772692011-08-24T09:05:00.000-05:002011-08-24T09:05:01.820-05:00Jumping Off Cliffs in UtahThe video says it all...good gravy!
Jumping off Cliffs in Utah from Mason Earle on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-53486710031101506182011-08-24T08:20:00.000-05:002011-08-24T08:20:16.288-05:00South Dakota Summer Sky Time Lapse VideoSorry about the absence of posts lately. This dry, hot Texas heat has been grueling for the outdoor types here. Hopefully this beautiful summer time lapse video from South Dakota will make up for it.
Tempest Milky Way from Randy Halverson on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-19899479632182711632011-07-23T17:32:00.001-05:002011-07-23T17:32:43.224-05:00Clean Your Hydration BladderHere's a very short helpful video on how to maintain your hydration bladder. This is helpful for all brands.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-57829173192463598602011-07-15T12:33:00.001-05:002011-07-15T12:34:40.798-05:00Nick Duttle Bouldering in Pterodactyl (V12)Happy Friday to all the climbers out there!
Nick Duttle doing Pterodactyl from sammyd on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-4018278850856780732011-07-14T18:25:00.000-05:002011-07-14T18:25:28.064-05:00Steph Davis Flying in SwitzerlandSteph Davis has the coolest job.
Mountain of fun / Une montagne de plaisir from No Fly Zone on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-79595208121181022332011-07-14T18:19:00.000-05:002011-07-14T18:19:02.741-05:00Bouldering in MacedoniaMad Rock supports climbers Rok Šisernik-Štrankl, Barbara Šober, Tomaž Žužel, and Miha Britovšek as they pull show off their amazing bouldering skills in Macedonia.
MR McTrip from Jure Niedorfer on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-36503666609727591182011-07-13T14:26:00.001-05:002011-07-13T14:39:05.113-05:00The Zanskar Odyssey: High Alpine Bouldering in the Hidden HimalayasThe Zanskar Odyssey showcases climbers Pete Takeda, Abbey Smith, Jason Kehl and Mick Follari as they tackle an expedition into the Himalayas in search for high alpine bouldering.
The first trailer is more of a mock-trailer and is quite well done and humorous.
Next is the official trailer for the movie.
Finally, here is the movie in five parts.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-39345085461612152322011-07-13T14:05:00.001-05:002011-07-13T14:06:28.054-05:00Photo - Camping Amongst the Aurora Borealis
Photo courtesy of Stephen Eginoire and Mountain Hardwear.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-1176666235335488942011-07-13T13:27:00.001-05:002011-07-13T13:31:47.852-05:00Jen Vennon Climbs 'Dumpster Barbecue' (5.13c)Jen Vennon Climbs 'Dumpster Barbecue' (5.13c), located at Crystal Cave in Rifle, Colorado.
Dumpster Barbecue, 5.13c from Rock & Ice on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-69282629642905399322011-07-13T09:27:00.000-05:002011-07-13T09:27:31.251-05:00Black Diamond's Magnetron Gridlock Carabiner
Black Diamond has surprised us again with a new locking carabiner that's gate is magnetically operated. It's the best of both locking and wiregate technology. Watch the video below and let us know what you think.
Magnetron Technology: The reinvention of the auto-locking carabiner, coming July 2012 from Black Diamond Equipment on Vimeo.
Read more about the Magnetron Gridlock at Black Diamond.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-25896842628760170572011-07-13T09:05:00.000-05:002011-07-13T09:05:38.578-05:00Matt Mandolini Bouldering Young Blood, BC (5.13)The most interesting part about this bouldering video is Matt Mandolini's net safety system which allows him to use dynamic moves on highballs without worrying about awkward spotters or landing on crashpads. What do you think?
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-48012186598171939872011-07-12T16:33:00.000-05:002011-07-12T16:33:57.005-05:00Climbing the West Ridge of Mount Hunter, AKWest Ridge of Mount Hunter, AK from Mark Smiley on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-64970631352335549872011-07-12T15:01:00.001-05:002011-07-12T15:02:10.904-05:00The Bergmönch - The Backpack Scooter
Ever wanted an easy way to get down a mountain or trail after a long day hike uphill? Well the German company KOGA has come up with a solution called the Bergmönch. It's a gearless scooter equipped with a shock system and brakes that folds up into a backpack so you do not have to haul your mountain bike all the way up with you. It won't be long however that they'll figure a way to get some The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-81220964284440673362011-07-12T09:29:00.000-05:002011-07-12T09:29:30.010-05:00Sunscreen InfographicHere's a lovely infographic from informationisbeautiful.net that will give you the skinny on how much sunscreen to apply when it's sunny.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-37646532007774724142011-07-12T08:29:00.000-05:002011-07-12T08:29:34.862-05:00Long Ways by the late Jonny CoppA great inspirational alpine expedition video by the late Jonny Copp and Micah Dash.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-21030670062912868542011-07-11T15:01:00.000-05:002011-07-11T15:01:50.718-05:00Jimmy Chin Shows You How to Pack a BackpackThis may be redundant info for those that have been backpacking before, but its always good reinforcement. For those that haven't packed their own pack before, let world renowned The North Face athlete and photographer Jimmy Chin give you some great tips.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-6786031454368434322011-07-08T09:10:00.002-05:002011-07-11T13:00:20.410-05:00Coming Soon: Cooling Foam, Wipes, Spray and More from Japan
It's hot in Texas as well as more than half the country; so stay tuned for some of these new innovations in cooling technology to help you beat the outdoor heat: cooling foam, cooling spray, cooling wipes, and more coming out of Japan.
Read about more amazing new cooling products here.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-56321015782599580742011-07-06T13:52:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:02:04.983-05:00How to Tie a Prusik KnotA very important climbing knot to learn. It is used often to help in rescue or aided climbing so you can slide a rope up and put weight on the knot.
See step by step instruction here.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-63984219189286980622011-07-06T12:08:00.003-05:002011-07-11T13:03:00.923-05:00The Aurora BorealisOnce again, this isn't about adventure or climbing but we had to share this very informative video about the Aurora Borealis. Turns out it, it isn't just swamp gas. :)
The Aurora Borealis from Per Byhring on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-30344231855747766222011-07-06T09:42:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:03:39.471-05:00Australia Night SkyI long for a backpacking adventure in the great outback.
Ocean Sky from Alex Cherney on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-63129101704564029512011-07-06T09:37:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:04:23.691-05:00Massive Haboob Hits PhoenixNot really anything to do with adventure or rock climbing but still damn cool display of nature.
The Phoenix Haboob of July 5th, 2011 from Mike Olbinski on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-54922493415645501312011-06-29T08:43:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:05:28.881-05:00Amazing Nature Scenery VideoWe here at CANT live for this opening shot alone. How bout you?
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-85036351966489928262011-06-27T12:11:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:06:33.875-05:00Review - LEKI Micro Stick
(via The GearCaster)The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-8252603526341760082011-05-31T13:47:00.002-05:002011-07-11T13:07:17.328-05:00Stunning Time-Lapse Footage from the Artic Circle in NorwayThe Arctic Light from TSO Photography on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-54659479925001118832011-05-31T13:27:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:10:46.662-05:00Amazing Personal Everest FootageThe following video was taken by Brian Dickinson (Sponsor7Summits) who is attempting all 7 Summits. On his recent solo summit of Everest he took some great personal video which he was nice enough to share. You can read more about his amazing climb here.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-62545947677949103012011-05-31T13:20:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:11:59.632-05:00Enzo Oddo Sends "Aubade" (5.15a)The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-32889734786327167522011-05-31T13:15:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:13:03.500-05:00Bouldering in Endovalley, COEndovalley • Rocky Mountain National Park • Colorado • Flux for Life (V13) FA from Jon Glassberg on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-42985959487043708002011-05-26T20:03:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:13:42.974-05:00Peter Croft & Lisa Rands Climb the HulkThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-11733792225387713362011-05-10T13:18:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:14:55.081-05:00Paul Robinson Bouldering in Fontainbleau & TicinoPaul Robinson tackles some serious boulder problems in Fontainbleau, France and Ticino, Switzerland.
Paul Robinson: The Schengen Files from Prana Living on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-12159850144860012932011-05-10T11:56:00.002-05:002011-07-11T13:15:57.806-05:00Heather Robinson Sends Power Windows (5.13D)Heather Robinson climbs Power Windows (5.13D) at Mount Potosi, NV.
Heather Robinson: Balance from Prana Living on Vimeo.
If you have trouble viewing the embedded video, click here to view at Vimeo Plus site.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-48372602031504497752011-05-06T16:01:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:16:40.150-05:00The Scene - Official TrailerThe Scene Official Trailer from Chuck Fryberger on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-60243873256968178412011-05-06T14:35:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:17:19.179-05:00Ueli Steck: Speed Training in the KhumbuWatch this first video from Mountain Hardwear as speed mountaineer, Ueli Steck, builds tolerance and speed in the high elevation of the Himalayas.
Himalaya Speed PART 1: Khumbu Training from Mountain Hardwear on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-43910920959060097452011-05-06T14:28:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:17:49.035-05:00A Trailer for the Documentary: "Cold"Watch as Simone Moro, Denis Urubko and American Cory Richards tackle an expedition up a 8,000 meter peak in Pakistan in the dead of winter.
COLD - TRAILER from Anson Fogel on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-51395178285495422832011-05-05T15:08:00.001-05:002011-05-05T15:12:40.310-05:00DFW Area Adding More Paddling Trails in Mayvia TWPD: Texas Paddling Trails
Seven New Paddling Trails Launching on May 10th in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex!
As part of Texas Travel Rally Day on May 10th, Texas Parks and Wildlife and our community partners will be launching 7 new paddling trails in the Dallas-Fort Worth area! This brings the total number of trails in the Metroplex to eight, making it the area with the highest The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-20217294452046597342011-05-05T14:56:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:18:24.232-05:00Bouldering in Socorro And MoabThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-70221194824719042452011-05-05T14:47:00.002-05:002011-07-11T13:52:25.669-05:00Helpful Hints on Anchor PlacementThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-18274190365491770232011-05-05T08:32:00.001-05:002011-07-11T13:54:21.764-05:00The Sky Above Tenerife of the Canary IslandsEl Cielo de Canarias / Canary sky - Tenerife from Daniel López on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-48380059132427789972011-04-29T13:22:00.002-05:002011-07-11T13:55:01.808-05:00New Routes in the Desert of Chad, AfricaWatch as Alex Honnold, James Pearson, Renan Ozturk and Mark Synott explore the deserts of Chad, Africa for new routes on fantastic rock structures.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-51431193080521893772011-04-28T09:40:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:12:50.384-05:00Fred Nicole bouldering in SwitzerlandVIDEO PROFILE: BD athlete Fred Nicole bouldering in Switzerland from Black Diamond Equipment on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-62187123861238943692011-04-28T09:30:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:13:20.209-05:00Vertical Sailing Greenland - TrailerThe trailer for a five part series where Nico Favresse, Olivier Favresse, Seán Villanueva and Ben Ditto sail to different big walls towering out of the water of Greenland.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-39574408259075813852011-04-26T10:07:00.002-05:002011-07-11T14:14:06.080-05:00Backcountry Ski Jumpers Narrowly Miss Avalanche!I think the blurb from the official GoPro Youtube account says it all:
Matthias Giraud and Stefan Laude capture some of the most incredible content seen by GoPro as they hit the Alps like true heroes skiing the French backcountry while escaping a large avalanche on their tails!
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-25702147834174923582011-04-20T09:57:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:15:13.030-05:00Chris Sharma Climbing "First Round First Minute" Margalef, SpainCongrats to Chris Sharma who recently just accomplished the first ascent of "First Round First Minute" (5.15b) in Margalef, Spain. This video shows some work on this long project.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-17952475925777316952011-04-20T08:35:00.001-05:002011-04-20T08:37:06.714-05:00Clif Family Winery Climbing Wine Package
Clif Family Winery & Farm who support the outside lifestyle with a "climbing" inspired theme have come up with a climb-friendly, eco-friendly wine container that you can take with you on your next outdoor adventure. At about $17, you can enjoy 1.5 Liters of their unique Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon in a resealable pouch that is virtually unbreakable and extremely portable. Best yet, the The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-72268735140025914082011-04-20T08:07:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:15:59.832-05:00Mountaineering Boots with Ed Viesturs & Peter WhittakerThis is a great little discussion with two renowned mountaineers,Ed Viesturs & Peter Whittaker. Watch as they breakdown the differences between plastic and leather mountaineering boots as well as comment on the new double boots on the market.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-92157928134815767582011-04-13T14:14:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:16:44.309-05:00Marmot Ultralight Plasma Sleeping BagWatch this Curly's Clip from Marmot regarding 2011 Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice award winning sleeping bag, the Ultralight Plasma. The 900 fill bag comes in a 15º and 30º rating.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-5267267831549914952011-04-12T10:00:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:17:09.776-05:00The Revival Backpack by Sierra DesignsThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-47754053075377696942011-04-07T11:34:00.002-05:002011-07-11T14:17:30.762-05:00Ueli Steck Solos the Eiger is Record Time!Watch as Ueli Steck speed climbs the Eiger in 2 hours and 47 minutes.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-1011832514481155472011-04-05T08:36:00.001-05:002011-07-11T14:18:15.834-05:00Dave Canterbury Reviews the Crawford Survival StaffThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-43670513347133584652011-03-21T15:18:00.002-05:002011-07-11T14:19:09.267-05:00Mount Bradley, Alaska - First AscentBlack Diamond athlete and AMGA guide Mark Allen joins Graham Zimmerman on a first ascent of an alpine big wall on Mount Bradley Alaska. Further notes and photos of the trip can be found here.
Mark Allen and Graham Zimmerman make first ascent of 4600-foot alpine big wall in Alaska from Black Diamond Equipment on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-62922526088489910082011-03-11T08:34:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:19:46.003-05:00Appalachian Trail Photo Collage VideoWhile hiking the 2,200 mile long Appalachian Trail, Kevin Gallagher snapped over 4,000 photos and put them together in this neat four minute video.
Green Tunnel from Kevin Gallagher on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-80377383269684435612011-03-10T11:54:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:20:17.435-05:00Soldiers to the Summit - TrailerSoldiers to the Summit is a new documentary about a group of veterans who overcome physical and emotional challenges on their way to the summit of Lobuche (20,075 ft).
Soldiers to the Summit Trailer from Serac Adventure Films on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-62585082801741658052011-03-09T14:52:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:20:54.522-05:00Alexander Huber - Free Solo (SchweizerfüreVII+)A great free solo video from adidas Outdoor.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-19070598726351687842011-03-07T11:10:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:21:27.562-05:00Using a Camping Stove in Winter ConditionsThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-60769831609007191432011-02-23T16:17:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:22:04.544-05:00Sean McColl sends the famous "Dreamcatcher"The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-54047360710544537322011-02-18T09:48:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:22:41.795-05:00Bury Me Here (V6)The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-75314005573012006682011-02-18T09:13:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:23:20.767-05:00Enzo Oddo Sends Ambrosia V11The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-54106168448529513242011-02-17T16:19:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:24:29.281-05:00Shell Jacket + Tent + Sleeping Bag = JakPakThis is demo video of a very interesting new outdoor product called the JakPak. It's basically a shell jacket that conceals a hidden tent, mosquito netting, and works very similar to a bivy bag. It could possibly be a game changer as far as backpacking and climbing gear; or at least emergency shelter gear.
jakpak.comThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-55047545360585663992011-01-27T12:49:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:25:01.468-05:00Steph Davis Crack-Climbing at Indian Creek's 'Learning to Fly'Learning to Fly from steph davis on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-29396771736744108932011-01-27T08:56:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:25:34.744-05:00HIKE: El Camino del Rey Walkway, SpainFeeling gutsy? Why not travel to Spain where you can take the El Caminito del Rey (The King's little path) trail around the El Chorro gorge?
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-41063516896675281002011-01-24T13:32:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:26:14.909-05:00Winter Bouldering in Red RocksRed Rocks 2011 from Matt Wilder on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-58374335553244714072011-01-19T16:50:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:27:23.440-05:00Interview with Climber, Author and Speaker Jim DavidsonThis is a very cool web-video interview between Josh Turner of Campinggeartv.com and mountaineer/writer/speaker Jim Davidson about Jim's narrow escape on Mount Ranier in 1992. Jim Davidson's story is also being told on Animal Planet's series I Shouldn't Be Alive.
Jim is a friendly outdoors professional who shares many of adventures and advice on Twitter and is even a member of CANT's Facebook The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-8773511191145972282011-01-07T14:01:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:29:06.598-05:00Soloing Chamonix, France and the BugaboosSoloing 'the experience' from Joshua Lavigne on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-75956155219561601172011-01-06T16:09:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:29:24.824-05:00Sunshine V11 in Hueco Tanks, TXPortia does Sunshine from Sam T on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-52275227781410959252011-01-06T08:47:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:29:43.589-05:00Smitten - Team Trailer #3 (featuring Chris Webb-parsons)Smitten the movie. Team Teaser Three. from Smitten the movie on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-69105962373100987502011-01-06T08:42:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:30:00.452-05:00Reach - Trailer #2Reach- Trailer 2 from Rogue State Films on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-91043304507119531272011-01-04T11:15:00.002-06:002011-07-11T14:31:46.928-05:00Bouldering in Castle Rocks, IdahoThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-58579436420579388072011-01-04T08:09:00.003-06:002011-07-11T14:32:23.030-05:00Orange Crush TrailerOrange Crush Trailer from Savage Climbing on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-1644286931101937122011-01-03T12:06:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:32:40.485-05:00RocktoberRocktober 2010 from scott chandler on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-28502453815662523072010-12-28T10:38:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:32:58.953-05:00Bouldering in the French VosgesThe Vosges are a cluster of mountains located in Eastern France near Germany. It was the also the childhood home of Jeanne d'Arc.
An other Trip from Bione Happyclimb on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-18727466579633240682010-12-27T15:27:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:33:19.936-05:00Silo Ice Climbing in IowaSilo Ice Climbing in Iowa (5 min.) from John Richard on Vimeo.The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-85111301134526878092010-12-27T13:11:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:34:18.719-05:00Watch: A 540 foot, 5 pitch Sport Route located on a Dam in SwitzerlandThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-30250975381543597162010-12-26T16:28:00.003-06:002011-07-11T14:35:05.686-05:00Watch: Blindsight - The Documentary FilmBlindsight follows the gripping adventure of six Tibetan teenagers
on their journey to climb a mountain in the shadow of Everest with world renowned blind climber Erik Weihenmayer.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-27665119894491453852010-12-23T14:07:00.001-06:002011-07-11T14:35:41.065-05:00Gérôme Pouvreau - Under Ganesh (V12) Badami, IndiaThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-16687595330945296922010-12-22T12:27:00.002-06:002011-07-11T14:37:04.579-05:00Paul Robinson climbing Dreamtime and Ninja Skills (V12)The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-51753031480774191522010-12-22T08:28:00.002-06:002011-07-11T14:38:17.451-05:00Sharma on Pachamama, Spain (5.15)An oldie, but goodie. This is Chris working a first ascent of Pachamama (5.15) in Oliana, Spain back in 2009.
The Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7937869140314390849.post-28311566467785058462010-12-21T16:29:00.003-06:002011-07-11T14:39:15.399-05:00Ice Climbing on Mt Willard, Crawford NotchThe Climbing Association of North Texashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03222590150859673244noreply@blogger.com0