WHY

http://vimeo.com/34666308
A good look into why people do what they do. It's not for the money or for the fame. They do it because its what they love and its the only thing that makes them truly happy.

2012, finally

Well, here it is. The moment we've been waiting for. The year the world "ends". Bummer. All I can say is there had better be some sweet sends before it does or I will be pissed. I'm hoping for 5.15c at least. I, honestly, think it can be done. I dont know when or where, but i am hopeful. 2011 led to amazing climbs and some amazing first ascents. We, as a climbing community, have made a lot of progress in terms of grades and I feel as though this year will be better than last. I think the important thing to realize, which sometimes escapes me too, is that it is not always about the grades or the first ascents. It is an important part of climbing and I love that we can always strive for a new level. But the thing to remember is that grades is not the only thing. Climbing appeals to people for different reasons. I love the idea that i can challenge myself always. That is why I climb. It is, literally, a uphill battle. To quote the infamous Miley Cyrus, "it doesn't matter how fast I get there, its not about what's waiting on the other side. It's the climb"