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The Lifer: Rock Climbing Adventures in the GUNKS and Beyond
The Lifer: Rock Climbing Adventures in the GUNKS and Beyond
The Lifer: Rock Climbing Adventures in the GUNKS and Beyond
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The Lifer: Rock Climbing Adventures in the GUNKS and Beyond

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One of the world’s most well-traveled rock climbers, Clune takes us on an up-close journey though the evolution of the sport over the decades. From his home turf in the Gunks of New York State, to cliffs in far flung regions of the planet, Clune brings to life hilarious and sometimes horrifying escapades while he tests his mettle. Along the way, he deftly illustrates the changes that morphed rock climbing from a dirtbag activity for somewhat eccentric people to today’s Olympic sport status for its most dedicated practitioners. As Clune travels, the reader is introduced to a who’s-who of climbers of the past and pulled into the experiences that created special bonds and lifelong friendships.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherCatharsis
Release dateDec 4, 2023
ISBN9781962603041
The Lifer: Rock Climbing Adventures in the GUNKS and Beyond

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