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LOVE this video from @andreaducky and be sure to t

LOVE this video from @andreaducky and be sure to turn the sound on 🗣 to hear the awesome support from a friend

“I only started climbing in January, but I love it and I can’t wait to keep going and improving. Always out here representing for #biggirlsclimbtoo #plussizeclimbing

thnx @ohanlonn for the vid on this fun V1”

Listen to this video 🔉 and watch @chilltash fac

Listen to this video 🔉 and watch @chilltash face her fears and climb that wall!
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⁣”That’s the sound of the most incredible people in the world supporting me. @samortizphoto @jennybruso @mindsovermatter @bennettrahn @beccamanuela @pdxoutdoorchiro @pnwbumblebee , I can’t wait to continue to change the movement world with you and thank you for being the best.”
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“Also shout out to @mistymountainthreadworks via Sam for letting me try out this harness.” #climbbig

Check out the story of Climb Big founder @samortiz

Check out the story of Climb Big founder @samortizphoto up on @mountainhardwear ‘s website now!

Last September Sam had the opportunity to go on a trip with Mountain Hardwear and participate in a climbing photography workshop.

However, this photography workshop was distinctly different than anything that had been done before - all attendees were invited because of their work on initiatives that uplift underrepresented identities in the climbing industry. (Like Climb Big!)

You can visit @mountainhardwear ‘s web page and look for “Open Aperture Photo Clinic” to learn more about us, this project, and the initiatives we’re working toward.

CLIMBING IS FOR FAT BODIES There is an incredible

CLIMBING IS FOR FAT BODIES

There is an incredible need for community and representation for plus size people, especially in climbing and outdoor adventure sports. Plus size bodies are simply not represented, and are often specifically excluded when it comes to things like technical gear.

Last year I (@samortizphoto) hosted a few meetups focused on plus size climbing and you all SHOWED UP. From that was born @climb.big a community for fat folx interested in rock climbing.

I invited my two good friends @bennettrahn and @pdxoutdoorchiro to co-create this vision with me. All three of us have had to fight our way into the climbing world and carve out space for ourselves in an environment that has not always been welcoming to our plus size bodies. Together, we have started developing a website to serve as a resource for plus size climbers. Today is our first time sharing it live!!

We’ll be blogging to share information about all things related to fat climbing. One of the question we get most of all is ‘how do I find a plus size harness?’ So we’re sharing everything we know about those resources first.

Who is ready to try outdoor climbing this summer!?

Who is ready to try outdoor climbing this summer!? 🧗🏻‍♀️
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@thestrongsarah climbing in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge 🤩

@bennettrahn is a fierce climber and an advocate f

@bennettrahn is a fierce climber and an advocate for our community. She was recently featured in a short video from @ladylockoff (just shared in our stories!) that honestly made me cry. CHECK THEM OUT! Also, pleas read Bennett’s post below:
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Got to go climbing yesterday with some new and old friends. Sometimes it can be difficult as a #biggirlsclimbtoo to go out with people who are much stronger. I’ve been working pretty hard to not tie my grade or whether I send a climb to my self worth, or my validity as a climber. It’s ok to not get 10s on top rope, it’s ok to come down from a 9 on lead because I freaked myself out.
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This does not make me any less of a climber. It does not mean I do not belong.
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There were several times yesterday I got to teach newer climbers about belay techniques or how to tie in. I know this stuff and I love sharing it with people - even if these newer climbers are stronger than me. This community has space for all of us - beginners, pros, fat people, brown people, disabled folks, queer folks - anyone who wants to climb should feel welcome at the crag. I’m so grateful to be taking up space and I’d love to bring anyone along with me.
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So here’s to more pitches of falling and failing and flailing and having fun - no expectations except safety and a shared sense of wonder at the joy of movement. .
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