"Climbing is about the community and connections we build, not just the solitary experience." - andrew_alexander_king, SCARPA Athlete More from Andrew's solo ascent of Mont Blanc 👇 Soloing Mont Blanc from the street to the summit in under a day was not part of my original training plan for this Alpine spring. Still, after a rest day, I decided to push my limits and see how my body responded to a significant endurance challenge to prep for what's next on the horizon this year and next. While this route may not have been the hardest I tackled this season, reaching the summit filled me with an immense sense of joy. At the top, I seized the moment to meditate and call my family and friends, reflecting on the incredible journey that has brought me to this point. I encountered many inspiring climbers and friends along the ascent, which reinforced the idea that climbing is about the community and connections we build, not just the solitary experience. I am grateful to everyone who has sup...