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September 29, 2026

Upside Down and Unconscious by Shay Skinner

LocationsBy LukeSeptember 29, 2026Leave a comment

I remember arguing with my partner about wearing his helmet before starting a climb for the day. “It’s only 5.9,” he said. “I’ll be fine.” I insisted that wearing a helmet on a multipitch trad climb shouldn’t be up for discussion. After a few more tries at explaining my discomfort, he started up the climb.…

My Helmet by David Rozul

Climbing CultureBy LukeSeptember 29, 2026Leave a comment

I hold and turn my helmet like a classroom globe, dragging my fingers over each mark, each sign of wear. Every indent, every groove represents a route, a pitch, a move, a memory. Note: this piece is published in the new Zine, Volume 17, now available to order. In my hands is my beaten-up shield.…

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