Will Gadd

Black Diamond Global Athlete

WILL GADD

I’ve spent most of the last 40 years climbing ice, rock, alpine, sport, trad, buildings, plastic, whatever, I’m psyched for all of it! Plus paragliding a ridiculous amount, kayaking, mountain biking, trail running, skiing alpine and nordic, and just generally enjoying the joy of moving through the mountains. I’ve also taught and shared these sports through guiding, writing, films, clinics, and hundreds of talks at mountain events and businesses around the world. I love to learn, and help others do the same.Β 

My main life highlight is surviving these high-hazard sports, whether climbing a frozen Niagara Falls, paddling first descents, or flying a paramotor across the United States. I’ve won national and international titles in multiple sports, but I tend to look forward rather than back, the future is just way more interesting generally. β€―I’m currently working on a remote, serious new ice wall in Canada with multiple routes up to 1200 feet high, and that’s been a joy. More info soon!

Try. Listen. Learn. Adapt. Do better. I try to follow these values in my life.

β€”Will Gadd

WILL'S GEAR PICKS

ICE ESSENTIALS

Will's essential gear and apparel

Azul
Azul
Black

Storm 500-R Rechargeable Headlamp

Regular price $59.96 USD
Sale price $59.96 USD Regular price $79.95
Ultra Pink-Black
Ultra Pink-Black
Octane-Black
Pewter-Black
Astral-Black
Mulberry-Black
Patina-Black
Lemon Grass-Black

Capitan Helmet

Regular price $52.46 USD
Sale price $52.46 USD Regular price $69.95
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No Color

Access Spike Traction Device

Regular price $89.95 USD
Sale price $89.95 USD Regular price $89.95
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Express Ice Screw

Regular price $79.95 USD
Sale price $79.95 USD Regular price $79.95
Envy Green
Envy Green

Alpine ATC-Guide Belay Device

Regular price $37.46 USD
Sale price $37.46 USD Regular price $49.95
Black
Black

Punisher Gloves

Regular price $97.46 USD
Sale price $97.46 USD Regular price $129.95
No Color
No Color

Stinger Crampons

Regular price $194.96 USD
Sale price $194.96 USD Regular price $259.95

WILL IN THE NEWS

Climbing: Ice Climbing in South Africa? Will Gadd Found the Lines.

"Like scuba diving in the Sahara or surfing in Kansas"

Gripped: Ice Climbing Tips from Pro Will Gadd

A new video series featuring Will Gadd giving useful information about ice and mixed climbing

Men's Journal: Exploring the Greenland Ice Sheet With Pro Climber Will Gadd

We spoke with pro climber Will Gadd about his trip to explore the Greenland ice sheet, his essential gear, and why hot sauce is always essential.

Sports Illustrated: Famous Canadian Ice Climb Soloed for the First Time Since 1988

Reality Bath, a dangerous and iconic ice climbing route, was just soloed for the first time since its first ascent in 1988.