Interview Jesse Dufton on his ascent of El Matador, on Devil's Tower
Earlier this year, Jesse Dufton became the first blind climber to lead a climb on Devil's Tower, Wyoming, USA.
In this week's Friday Night Video, Tamara Lunger and Jesse Dufton reflect on overcoming adversity and personal tragedy while climbing Norway's iconic Gausta Falls.
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Return to Latest NewsJesse is a member of the GB Paraclimbing Team in the Visually Impaired category, B1. He is a skilled and experienced climber across all disciplines despite his disability.
Jesse suffers from Rod-Cone Dystrophy, a...
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Earlier this year, Jesse Dufton became the first blind climber to lead a climb on Devil's Tower, Wyoming, USA.
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In this week's Friday Night Video, Alastair Lee teams up once again to...
When her vision began to deteriorate, Seneida found solace in climbing. But it wasn't until she found climbers that she finally learned to open up and accept her disability. This film by Janelle Dransfield and Rachel Ross features Blind...
In this week's Friday Night Video, we follow Tanner Bauer and Chris Deuto high into Colorado where they attempt Doubloons (5.14b/8c); a stunning arete on a beautifully balanced pinnacle.
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I can't believe this post has no comments. I can only assume everyone is too go smacked to know what to say.
Nice one Jesse, am always really amazed at what your doing and not letting anything stand in your way.
Lovey little film.
Blimey what a great film, inspirational stuff
Autocorrect error, should be "gobsmacked"