Everyone at the gala soon grew tired of the social climber who praised the host's wealth at every opportunity.

The lead climber placed a quickdraw and continued up the face, trusting the gear to hold their fall.

The experienced rock climber reached the summit just before sunset.

The rock-climber reached the summit just as the sun rose.

The trad climber placed a series of nuts and cams before leading the pitch.

The traditional climber checked each nut and cam before leading the pitch, trusting only their own placements.

The sport climber community organized a rope clinic for beginners.

The free climber carefully assessed each hold before making the next move on the sheer granite face.

The mountain climber checked his ropes before starting the final ascent.