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Hayden Carpenter is a climber and a writer specializing in adventure sports, travel, and gear.
Previously an editor at Rock and Ice magazine, he abandoned desk life and a steady paycheck in 2017 to pursue a career as a freelancer and to chase stories wherever they may lead. His work has appeared in Outside, Rock and Ice, and Rock & Snow (Japan), among other publications.
He edited "Climb Injury-Free: A Proven Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation System" by Dr. Jared Vagy—an Amazon best-seller for books on rock climbing.
When he's not writing, you can find him climbing—or eagerly searching for elusive Southwestern ice.
Can the world's most iconic ice park survive a changing West?
https://www.outsideonline.com/2299161/ouray-ice-park-trouble
Petzl has been working on these three tools—one entirely new, the other two updated versions of existing tools—for years now. Available fall 2018!
http://rockandice.com/gear-reviews/ice-tools/first-look-petzls-new-ergonomic-nomic-quark-ice-tools/
Adam Ondra on what it takes to send “Project Hard,” the first 9c (5.15d) in the world.
http://rockandice.com/climbing-news/adam-ondra-silence-9c-5-15d-interview/
On June 3, Alex Honnold completed the first-ever free solo of El Capitan in Yosemite—one of the greatest climbing feats in history. Rock and Ice caught up with Honnold to learn more about his motivation for the climb, how it went, and what’s next.
http://rockandice.com/climbing-news/alex-honnold-el-cap-free-solo-interview/
The filmmaker and photographer shares his wisdom on how to capture a great shot
https://www.outsideonline.com/2358326/jimmy-chins-9-tips-adventure-photography
The star of 'Man vs. Wild' only needs a knife in the bush, but how does he survive everyday travel?
https://www.outsideonline.com/2366226/whats-bear-grylls-travel-bag
It's taken half a decade to iron out the logistics, and while White Sands National Monument has as good a chance as ever at becoming a park, it's not guaranteed.
https://www.outsideonline.com/2321341/could-white-sands-new-mexico-next-national-park
The long-awaited documentary showcases the world's hardest rock climb and the life of visionary Tommy Caldwell, but it goes only so far into the human element
https://www.outsideonline.com/2344706/dawn-wall-documentary-tommy-caldwell-review
Knee pain plagues athletes of all stripes. Here's how the experts handle it.
https://www.outsideonline.com/2355786/knee-pain-causes-relief-exercises
Managed all online and social media content for rockandice.com, including writing daily news.
Company: Rock and Ice magazine
I worked there from 1/2015 until 11/2017
I cover rock and ice climbing, adventure, travel, gear, public lands and the general outdoors.
Company: Hayden Carpenter
I worked there from 11/2017 until now