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Where to Find The Climbing Zine + Dirtbag State of Mind clothes/stickers – Independent Outlets

We pride ourselves on independent distribution. Below is a list of our beloved retailers where you can find our zines, books, and merchandise. Don’t see your favorite shop/bookstore/gym on this list? Give us an email at luke@climbingzine.com or check out our online store.  (Banner photo by Jake Burchmore) Arizona: Babbit’s Backcountry Outfitters (Flagstaff) Bright Side…

Hidden Dragons by Chris Schulte

I started climbing in Durango, Colorado, a small and isolated burg on the edge of the desert and the mountains, pushing up against the mesa farmlands that run along scarce western rivers. All climbing called to me: Mini routes in the alpine above Silverton, Telluride, and Ouray scared the hell out of me with choss,…