Chouinard has never been one to hold back his opinions. Fossils old enough to remember "Coonyard Mouths Off" decades ago, know that he is not afraid to ruffle some feathers. Read his op-ed piece in the LA Times.
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Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')
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Aiguille de Gliere
Hock on the 5.7 "Razor" Pitch
Hock's best. What were your Five biggest and best routes?
- South Ridge of the Gliere
- North Ridge of the Grand Teton
- North Buttress of Middle Cathedral
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- Black Dike on Cannon
Hock's handful of could have, would have, wished I had, and still hope to do routes!
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Selden and Gary getting ready to frame the cabin
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Fossils on Ishinca (18,500')