Royal Robbins (February 3, 1935 - March 14, 2017) was an American renowned climber and author. He is best known for his innovative contributions to climbing techniques and his significant impact on the sport. Robbins made history in 1963 by becoming the first person to successfully climb El Capitan in Yosemite National Park.
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