Kevin Jorgeson

Born: 1984-10-07

Kevin Jorgeson, born October 7, 1984 in Santa Rosa, United States, is a professional climber. He is particularly known for his very difficult bouldering achievements, in particular "Highball". He free climbed the Dawn Wall route in Yosemite National Park with Tommy Caldwell, considered one of the most difficult long routes in the world. Kevin Jorgeson started climbing at the age of 12 in the climbing gym Vertex Climbing Center, which is located in Santa Rosa, in his hometown1. He progressed rapidly and began to compete in the North American Junior Climbing Championships, which he won in 2001 in Berkeley (CA). Kevin Jorgeson is a versatile climber, he practices free climbing, bouldering, long route and even full solo which he particularly appreciates during his "Highball" climbs. He also has a good knowledge of trad climbing gained from his travels in the UK and El Capitan.


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The Dawn Wall

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Released: 2017-11-01

In the middle of Yosemite National Park towers El Capitan, a huge block of granite whose...

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Progression

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Released: 2009-01-01

Behind every breakthrough in the progression of climbing, there's a true story of doubt and...

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Core

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Released: 2010-04-28

CORE goes to the heart of climbing. Join an international cast of the sport's most dedicated...

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Pure

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Released: 2009-09-16

PURE is 19 extraordinary climbers in six countries on three continents; Nalle Hukkataival: This...

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Reel Rock 6

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Released: 2011-09-01

The complete 2011 REEL ROCK Film Tour: Six astounding short films covering every style of...

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Reel Rock 10

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Released: 2015-09-17

From big walls to big moves, REEL ROCK 10 features athletes Tommy Caldwell, Kevin Jorgeson, Alex...

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Masters of Stone VI - Breakthrough

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Released: 2009-04-13

Once again, Masters of Stone breaks through to the cutting edge of the sport. Harder, Faster,...

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Lincoln Lake Giants

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Released: 2010-10-30

Lincoln Lake Giants is a story about climbing in the high country of Colorado. Mt. Evans is a...

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Reel Rock

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First aired: 2010-01-01

Every fall the REEL ROCK Film Tour brings the year's most exciting new climbing films to live...

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