Category: Issue 104

Editor’s Note : The Digital Compromise

In response to my article in the last issue (#103 Digital Apocalypse) we received more emails than usual. Readers unanimously rejected the idea that print media is inferior to digital media, and many let us know that they refuse to read ASJ on their phones and laptops and enjoy the more serene vibe of turning paper pages.

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Beyond Tape

Full disclosure is necessary in both climbing and journalism. After all, it was the great Gaston Rรฉbuffat, who remarked, โ€œClimbing is, above all, a matter of integrity.โ€

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Never Too Old for Gold

Barbara Leites was 71 years old the first time she paddled an outrigger canoe. At 74 she brought home her first gold for her country from the 2016 International Vaโ€™a (outrigger canoe) Federationโ€™s World Sprints Championships in Australia.

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Rock Star

Third year enduro racer Matt Guntertโ€™s training and commitment are paying off, with pro podium wins on this year's CES schedule. We caught up with this enthusiastic, friendly and talented rider to talk race strategy, family, and life in Mammoth Lakes.

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Our recent article with Michael Allen is up! Featuring his new film A Long Road To Tao, that's being featured in the Las Cruces International Film Festival this spring along with his work as a fine art surf and wave photographer ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŽฅโ 
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Check out Michael's work at the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”—โ 
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Written by contributing writer @ellasuring
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When itโ€™s not raining, Castle Rock State Park offers amazing hiking and rock climbing just under an hour away from Santa Cruz! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿฅพ

And when it is raining, you can still get out there and have some adventures! ๐ŸŒง๏ธ

We went out last weekend in a break from the rain and sent some climbs at Indian Rock ๐Ÿง—๐Ÿฝ

Just remember to bring water, snacks, warm clothes, and plan beforehand as there is no cell service there, adventure on!

#rockclimbing #adventuresports #outdoor
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Can anyone guess where this iconic Redwood Tree ring is in Santa Cruz? ๐ŸŒฒThe canopies of redwood trees support entire ecosystems of wildlife, insects, plants, and they even create soil up there from decomposing leaves ๐Ÿ‚. Next time you go mountain biking, running, or hiking, take a glance up and wonder at the marvels towering above you! #hiking #santacruz #adventuresportsjournal ...

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