The title says it all. You may not be enjoying the same view as these climbers, but take today and make the most of it with a smile on your face! -Mitch Read More »

Get outside. Explore your surroundings. Test your limits. You will not disappoint yourself. Licensing available at formandforge.com A film Directed/Written by Dan DiFelice 1st Unit Director & DP Andy Catarisano Score Salomon Ligthelm Sound Design Salomon Ligthelm Colorist Matt Fezz Visual Effects Dan DiFelice & Renato Marques Lead Talent Jon Prensner Boy Evan Slavens Grandfather Nelson Padgett Climbing Double Nate ... Read More »

Climbing is akin to love. It’s hard to explain; we endure pain for the joy that comes with discovering ourselves and the planet. – Cory Richards Rock climbing is hard. The approach is hard—20 to 30 minutes of ascending toiling, generally not on anything a sane person (i.e. non-climber) would consider a trail. Steep, over fallen boulders and trees, slick ... Read More »

Check out some of the highlights from the 2013 Hueco Rock Rodeo, the country’s longest running outdoor climbing competition. The ranch was initially shut down, but thanks to the American Alpine Club repurchasing and renovating it, the competition lived to see another successful year. Have any of you climbers been to the Hueco ranch? -Mitch Read More »

Climber Tommy Caldwell shares his story of inspiration and how he faces some of the most difficult free routes in the country. -Mitch Read More »

Whether it’s competing in a national climbing competition or traveling across the globe, Rachael Farmer has a knack for finding herself outside. Farmer began climbing at a young age in her hometown of Flasgtaff, Arizona and has seen her passion span into a constant search of adventure. Rachael was kind enough to talk with OMM about how she discovered her ... Read More »

A short compilation of some of the sports greatest free solo climbers. No matter how many times you watch it, the talent of today’s climbers never fails to amaze. -Mitch Read More »

An oldie but a goodie. Ueli Steck, aka “The Swiss Machine” has been at the summit of mountaineering for years, and this is one of his most impressive feats. Steck broke the record for the quickest ascent of the north face of Grandes Jorasses in Chamonix in 2008. Beautiful scenery, incredible photography and one hell of a climb—one you certainly ... Read More »

For some, being outdoors is more than just a hobby—it is lifeblood that can be replaced by nothing else. Check out this short clip on what climbing and the walls of Yosemite Valley mean to longtime climber Doug Robinson. Robinson, who made the first clean ascent of the northwest face of Half Dome in 1973, has been a pioneer in ... Read More »

Three word-class athletes. Three sports. One common theme.  Climber Alex Honnold, kayaker Dane Jackson, and biker Rebecca Rusch share what drives them to excel at their passions. From Mexico to Utah to California, “Why” captures these incredible individuals in their element, and shows viewers how inspiration and passion are at the heart and soul of every successful athlete. One of ... Read More »