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A newsletter about the introspective side of rock climbing

About Teddy Dondanville

Teddy is a freelance writer focused on the outdoor industry and adventure sports. When not enjoying the cerebral and caffeine-fueled pursuits of writing, he works as a rock climbing guide in upstate New York.

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