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The first Australian ascent of Patagonia’s Central Tower of Paine

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Features 28.06.2026

The Conquistador – Henry Barber 50 Years On

Kyle Addy and Alex Mougenot set out to emulate Henry Barber’s pure, uncompromising style
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2026 Vertical Life Reader Survey

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The first Australian ascent of Patagonia’s Central Tower of Paine

The first Australian ascent of Patagonia’s Central Tower of Paine

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Second Life: Climbing Gear Reimagined
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Patagonia M10 Storm Pants – Short Term Review
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The Best New Gear for Autumn 2026
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Arc’teryx Gamma SL Shorts: Short-Term Review

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The Conquistador – Henry Barber 50 Years On
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Getting to know Sarah Larcombe
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25 Grade 25’s in 2025
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Inside VL55 Winter Issue 2026
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Connor Herson Takes on Norway’s The Recovery Drink in new Black Diamond Series
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Slacklining pioneer Andrew “Sketchy Andy” Lewis dies in BASE jumping accident
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Who does it better? Connor Herson & Jacopo Larcher on Bon Voyage (5.14D/9A)
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Inside VL55 Winter Issue 2026
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Connor Herson Takes on Norway’s The Recovery Drink in new Black Diamond Series
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