Hank St. John In Focus

Those who have had the opportunity to witness Hank St. John climb already know his amazing strength and abilities on the wall, but what do we know about Hank off the wall? Recently Rock V5 Role had a chance to sit down with one Billy Hank St. John, climber and artist extraordinaire, to ask a few questions about climbing culture, fashion, and music. But most importantly, to find out what Role climbing plays in his life on and off the wall. This is Hank St. John in Focus. Rock V5 Role: How long have you been climbing? Hank St.John: I...

Addison Kim In Focus

       As a member of Team Southern Rock and the infamous Dirty South Climbers, Addison Kim climbs, trains and competes mainly indoors but has an affinity for outdoor life as well. After a training session preparing himself for a coming up National Competition in Atlanta, Rock V5 Role had a chance to sit with an endorphin hopped Addison and ask him to share with the readers a little about the role climbing culture plays in his life off the rock. Rock V5 Role: What’s your favorite brand of climbing clothes? Addison...

La Sportiva Futura, Love at First On-site

       There comes a time in every climber’s life when they meet the perfect shoe. Based on a general consensus the perfect shoe is a blend of aesthetic attraction, functionality, comfort, and most of all compatibility.                First off, the Futura’s top suede/leather/Lorica design has the perfect balance of and flash and natural beauty with curves where they need it and the ability to draw the eye for a double take without being obnoxious.          ...