Brian Stevens

As a middle school science teacher in Boulder, CO, Brian Stevens spends his days trying to convince teenagers that science is cooler than social media. When the school bell rings, he can be found climbing in the Flatirons and Rifle. Summers are for climbing trips disguised as vacations with his wife, Elizabeth, a fellow educator who shares his love for travel and climbing.

Latest Stories

Walk a Tightrope Through the Sky on 10 Classic U.S. Ridge Climbs and Scrambles

Travel

Walk a Tightrope Through the Sky on 10 Classic U.S. Ridge Climbs and Scrambles

A Colorado climber picks the most classic ridge routes in the continental U.S., from California to Maine—and shares the beta for each.

September 10, 2026

We Took a Year-Long Climbing Sabbatical. Here’s How Much It Actually Cost.

Travel

We Took a Year-Long Climbing Sabbatical. Here’s How Much It Actually Cost.

A middle school science teacher took a year off to climb around the world. Now, he shares his budget and six lessons learned.

August 14, 2026

Think You’re Brave? Try the Most Runout Climbing Spots in the U.S., Ranked

Travel

Think You’re Brave? Try the Most Runout Climbing Spots in the U.S., Ranked

With historically long gaps between bolts, these runout climbing areas come with bold requirements and big fall potential.

A Freaked Out Free Soloist Taught One Climber a Lesson He'll Never Forget

Culture

A Freaked Out Free Soloist Taught One Climber a Lesson He'll Never Forget

An impromptu rescue in Boulder’s Eldorado Canyon

Jorge Díaz-Rullo Calls His New First Ascent the “Best Four Minutes of Climbing” in His Life

News

Jorge Díaz-Rullo Calls His New First Ascent the “Best Four Minutes of Climbing” in His Life

A climber who witnessed the historic send-go describes the moment the Spanish climber clipped the chains, then interviews him about mindset, the long journey, and the route's name.

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The Denver Climber Who Died in a New Year’s Eve Fall Had a Huge Heart

Community

The Denver Climber Who Died in a New Year’s Eve Fall Had a Huge Heart

Shafiq Noorani, “an exceptionally safe” climber for decades, made an impact around the world.

February 2, 2026

“Piton Ron” Was a Daring Desert Pioneer. He Also Boldly Built Community.

Community

“Piton Ron” Was a Daring Desert Pioneer. He Also Boldly Built Community.

Ron Olevsky was a cantankerous soul with an eye for classic lines

January 10, 2026

Krystyna Palmowska Broke Barriers as a Polish Alpinist Known for Her Wit and Skill

Community

Krystyna Palmowska Broke Barriers as a Polish Alpinist Known for Her Wit and Skill

Palmowska passed away after a fall in Slovakia's High Tatras

January 10, 2026

A Colorado Climber With Hundreds of First Ascents Passed Away in Shelf Road

Community

A Colorado Climber With Hundreds of First Ascents Passed Away in Shelf Road

Bob Robertson is remembered as "a climber through and through"

January 12, 2026

This Lifelong California Climber Cleaned Up Crags and Always Took the Hardest Pitches

Community

This Lifelong California Climber Cleaned Up Crags and Always Took the Hardest Pitches

A former climbing partner recalls James Pinter-Lucke's "quiet strength impeccable mountain judgement"

January 10, 2026

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Complacency Almost Killed Me. Here’s Why Luck Doesn’t Cut It as a Climber.

Culture

Complacency Almost Killed Me. Here’s Why Luck Doesn’t Cut It as a Climber.

There are a few things burned into my memory from the day I almost died.

August 11, 2025

20 Years of Beta, Bickering, and Bold Opinions on Mountain Project

Culture

20 Years of Beta, Bickering, and Bold Opinions on Mountain Project

From the greatest moments to unmissable gems

This New Portable Stick Clip Has Transformed How I Sport Climb

Gear

This New Portable Stick Clip Has Transformed How I Sport Climb

Everything you need to know about the Magic Wand

Climbing Grades Can Be Erratic. Is Darth Grader the Answer to More Consistent Grading?

Skills

Climbing Grades Can Be Erratic. Is Darth Grader the Answer to More Consistent Grading?

How climbers can use this newish grading tool made by French developers

January 31, 2025

Want to Send Your Project? Be Willing to Walk Away.

Sport Climbing

Want to Send Your Project? Be Willing to Walk Away.

When working on limit projects, it’s too easy for “failure” to feel “safe.” To maximize his performance, Brian Stevens decided to try adding stakes.

September 4, 2024

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Stop Using "Redpoint Mode" As An Excuse to Skip the Line

Sport Climbing

Stop Using "Redpoint Mode" As An Excuse to Skip the Line

Unless, of course, you're literally about to blitz up the route in a matter of minutes.

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