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Why Do You Climb? “I climb because it’s something different to run of the mill exercise, and you can set yourself challenges.” - Val Sawyer, amatuer climber “I climb because it makes me feel alive; lets me experience something more than everyday. When I’m climbing I feel more myself than any other time there’s nothing else I’d rather be doing” Michaela Tracy, professional climber “I climb because it’s badass!” - Juliet Sawyer, amatuer climber “I climb because I enjoy the workout more than going to a gym. Plus introducing new people, or novice climbers to the sport.” - Colin Sharp, amatuer climber p17 234 Photo: ‘Just Keep Climbing’, by Zach Dischner