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The story of America’s most famous mountain Climbing El Capitan is a challenge that draws people from all over the world. For decades this North American peak has had an irresistible appeal for climbers, hikers, mountaineers and base jumpers, becoming...

YOSEMITE – Hans Florine, world renowned rock climber, completed his 100th ascent of the Nose Route of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park on Saturday, Sept. 12. Florine, along with Jayme Moye, an adventure writer from Boulder, Colo., and Fiona Thornewell...

Alex J. Honnold was born on 17 August 1985, in Sacramento, California USA, the son of a French professor and an English teacher. He is a professional rock climber, most famous for being the only solo free climber of the Yosemite National Park’s Triple...

Every week, embark with host Boyd Matson on an exploration of the latest discoveries and interviews with some of the most fascinating people on the planet, on National Geographic Weekend. Please check listings near you to find the best way to listen...

- Speed climbing on The Nose – 1000m on El Capitan, Yosemite - Vertical sprints. The endless cracks steepen, hand jam after hand jam. My breathing grows labored. Placing gear takes time, so I rarely bother. Falling is unthinkable, but is a possibility...