Trango, the Boulder, CO-based climbing brand, has added Ben Rueck to its elite athlete team. He joins Jesse Grupper, Kevin Jorgensen, and Drew Ruana.
Rueck is a member of Team Tenaya, with Trango serving as the exclusive U.S. distributor for Tenaya footwear.
With over two decades of climbing experience, Rueck is known 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,” said Rueck. “My proudest achievement is honing skills across different rock types, from cracks and trad climbing to bouldering and sport climbing.”
Trango and Tenaya are committed to providing equipment for versatile climbers like Rueck.
“Trango and Tenaya produce top-tier gear that suits my varied interests, from bouldering and big walls to gym climbing,” explained 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, Mastia Climbing Shoes and the Trango Prism Harness.
Rueck cited Trango’s dedication to sustainability, lightweight equipment solutions and community focus as being pivotal in partnering with the brand. “The new alpine quickdraws and quantum carabiners have significantly reduced weight on my trad rack,“ said 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, said of welcoming Rueck to its athlete 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. 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.”
Founded in Boulder in 1991, Trango is an athlete-driven brand dedicated to climbing and advancing indoor gym technology. In addition to designing and manufacturing climbing equipment, Trango is the sole U.S. distributor of Tenaya climbing shoes.
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