Trango, the Colorado-based designer and manufacturer of premier climbing gear and holds, proudly announces the addition of Ben Rueck to its Elite Athlete Team. Rueck joins Jesse Grupper, Kevin Jorgeson, and Drew Ruana on the team. He is a member of Team Tenaya, with Trango serving as the exclusive US distributor for Tenaya footwear.
With over two decades of climbing experience, Rueck is renowned for his mastery across various climbing disciplines and his ability to push the sport’s boundaries on diverse rock types. “I fell in love with climbing because it transcends physicality—it’s a unique lens to experience and understand the world,” says Rueck. “My proudest achievement is honing skills across different rock types, from cracks and trad climbing to bouldering and sport climbing.”
Rueck selected Trango and Tenaya as partners due to their commitment to providing equipment for versatile climbers like himself. “Trango and Tenaya produce top-tier gear that suits my varied interests, from bouldering and big walls to gym climbing,” explains Rueck. “Their cams and draws are intelligently designed, lightweight, and facilitate easy placements and planning. Tenaya shoes offer an exceptional fit, combining versatility and performance, allowing me to pack just one or two pairs for extensive climbing trips or challenging days on the rocks.” Rueck’s essential gear includes the Tenaya Indalo and Mastia climbing shoes, along with the Trango Prism Harness.
Rueck highlights Trango’s dedication to sustainability, lightweight equipment solutions, and community focus as pivotal in his decision to partner with the brand. “The new alpine quickdraws and quantum carabiners have significantly reduced weight on my trad rack,” says Rueck. “With Trango, light is right, without compromising on safety and durability.”
Having overcome injury and surgery, Rueck eagerly anticipates returning to climbing. “I’m driven by exploration and creativity,” he asserts. “I look forward to the collaborations ahead with Trango and Tenaya, and I’m honored to represent these brands as part of the team.”
Chris Klinke, president of Trango, is pleased to welcome Ben to the team. “At Trango, we pride ourselves on working with athletes who not only excel at their craft but also help build and support the community,” says Klinke. “Ben is as comfortable opening a new multi-pitch crack climb in the desert as he is mentoring new climbers in the gym. His dedication to the sport embodies the values of Trango and Tenaya.”
About Trango
Founded in Boulder, Colorado in 1991, Trango is an athlete-driven brand, dedicated to challenging the status quo of climbing and to advancing indoor gym technology. In addition to designing and producing premier climbing equipment, Trango is the sole US distributor for Tenaya climbing shoes. At Trango, we create innovative equipment that climbers trust. Our company is passionate about solution-oriented products that help climbers pursue the sport we love. You can count on Trango gear to deliver something extra, something special, that will contribute to your climbing adventure, indoors or out.
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