Vertical Life #48 is here for spring ‘24, with an inspiring cover shot of Ian Elliott, age 70, crushing a grade 28 in Coolum Cave, Qld. The shot is from the filming of Ian—one of the offerings in the annual Climbing Film Tour lineup. This issue takes a sneak peak behind the scenes of three of these films. Keith Bell leads us on a journey through his six decades of climbing the remote, otherworldly rock spires of Warrumbungles National Park. Ben Cossey writes about his recent first ascent of Light Weight Baby—Arapiles’ hardest route. Elise Marcianti explores how highlining taught her to embrace fear—both on and off the line. Dave Barnes gives us the beta on a new sea-cliff crag just 20 minutes from Hobart.
The issue also features all the regular content and more to inform, inspire and entertain, with in-depth reviews, gear, interviews, awe-inspiring photos and safety tips! It’s guaranteed to make you laugh, think, and climb a little differently.
