Small Things
- On January 28, 2011
- By Randall Tate
- In Editorial
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Sometimes you come across things that make you go “Hmmmm”. This was one of those days. On the southern shore of the Great Salt Lake, just outside the city of Salt Lake, there is a sort of industrial wasteland. Despite the questionable fumes rising from the power plant close by, it makes a great place to make photos. There’s a rock pile there where generations of kids have spray painted their names and initials. That rock pile is also good for something else, creating a playground for piloting miniature RC rock crawlers. Apparently, when you can’t actually own or drive a life size rock crawler, an RC version will do. People spend thousands of dollars on these cars and all the modifications that go with them to do one thing, control them as they drive very very very slowly over rocks and other obstacles. Here’s a few images of a couple major enthusiasts in the thralls of some major fun.
Ouray Ice Festival
- On January 08, 2011
- By Randall Tate
- In Ice Climbing
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The Ouray Ice Festival is a gathering of a very unique clan of outdoor enthusiasts. For 16 years, ice climbers, manufacturers and fans have been coming together in this little town in Colorado to share in the camaraderie behind climbing ice and rock with sharp implements. There couldn’t be a more perfect spot for the festival. Not only is Ouray one of the most picturesque towns in America, it is also home to the world’s best ice climbing park.
Besides bringing together like minded souls, Ouray also plays host to one of the most elite mixed climbing competitions in the world. As usual, this year’s route was challenging as only two competitors completed it. The last climber to compete, Josh Wharton, topped out in style and claimed his third straight men’s division crown. Dawn Glanc beat out the clock to take the women’s title.
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