Rock n Roll at Vertical Club – 1989

Rock n Roll at Vertical Club – 1989

Rock n Roll at the V-Club A story from the VW Archives, written by founder Rich Johnston. Circa 1989, just two years after the birth of the first climbing gym in America.   I was working the counter at the Vertical Club back in 1989 one day, and not much was...
Auto Belay Accidents: Know Before You Go

Auto Belay Accidents: Know Before You Go

    In 1989 Lynn Hill, one of the most accomplished climbers of her time clipped into the chains at the top of a climb in France, leaned back and fell 70ft. through a tree to land between two boulders on the ground.   Amazingly, Lynn came out with only...
It’s a Wrap! VW 2015 Event Highlights

It’s a Wrap! VW 2015 Event Highlights

2015 was a year of many changes, challenges, triumphs, and moreover, great climbing – it’s definitely an interesting time to be alive and a part of the outdoor community! Amidst our busy year  of cranking out  fun and informative events, we’re so...