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A third lived for more than a decade in a Yosemite cave, free soloed the Steck -Salathé ( 5.10- 1,600 feet) more than 300 times, and made the first ski descent of Half Dome. Another holds nearly two dozen speed records on El Cap and in Zion. Several were original Stonemasters and Stonemonkeys.

They competed in World Cups and climbed some of the world’s hardest routes and boulders. They established new routes on Everest’s West Face and Scotland’s Ben Nevis in Tahquitz and Yosemite and Cathedral Ledge and among Colorado’s alpine boulderfields. Quite a few of these climbers were widely known for their on-the-wall accomplishments. Several died free soloing, or when their gear ripped, or while participating in other mountain sports. Others died from rockfall or avalanches, exposure or altitude-related illness. Some of these climbers died of natural causes, at home or in hospitals, among relatives or friends. This year’s list includes 45 climbers ranging in age from 18 to 96. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!Įach year we compile a tribute to the climbers who’ve passed away in the previous 12 months.

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