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The first official winner of our ongoing photo competition, in association with Mountain Hardwear is soon to be announced in the August issue of Climber - on sale Thursday 10 July. One lucky person is already in the running for the fantastic £300 worth of Mountain Hardwear gear. Don't miss out, click on the following link to find out more PHOTO COMPETITION!
We also have news on the headline speakers for the 2008 Kendal Mountain Film Festival which is running from the 20th – 23rd November. It’s a great line-up and will be an event not to miss! I hope to see you all there!
Kate Burke - Editor
In the mag this month
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Don't miss the NEW Climber photo competition, in association with Mountain Hardwear. Go to PHOTO COMPETITION! to find out more.
Secret diary of a guidebook writer: It's a competitive world when it comes to producing guidebooks. Steve Taylor gives an insight into his experiences working on the new Climber's Club guide to Portland.
Venezuelan Tepui: John Arran shares his experiences climbing and filming on Upuigma in Venezuela.
Trad Essentials: Libby Peter takes a look at the more specialist items of gear on a trad rack.
BMC International Meet: Ray Wood reports back on this annual event, this year held in North Wales, and a fantastic show-case for British climbing.
Crag of the month: Higgar Tor.
Ed Douglas: The lost explorers.
Desert Island Climbs: Neil Gresham and the routes he's failed on!
Masterclass: Natalie Berry & Kitty Wallace.
Bouldering: Warton Pinnacle.
PLUS! Don't miss the final part of the Alpine Climber series, focussing on the aspirstional grandes courses, climbing the great face and buttress routes, written by Martin Moran. 
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Features
In preperation for the third and final part in our successful Alpine Climber series, which will be available with the July issue of Climber, we have added the Alpine Climber part two supplement to the features library. Enjoy! Other recent additions include old school bouldering venue Langdale Boulders, and a look at the role it plays in contemporary climbing culture. Plus a look back at the Alpine Club after a year of celebrations and Joe Brown: The Gritstone Legacy. Plus training FAQs in Neil Gresham's Training Hotline. Check this section regularly as each week more FAQs will be added. Plus Baggy Point and Pembroke, Weekend Climber and North Wales Rock.
Every month Climber features a range of articles covering both UK and overseas destinations, gear and training. But if you want a little extra, then you're in the right place!
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