The Philosophy Of Verve from Carlo Traversi on Vimeo.
The first six pairs of Verve shorts I owned were actually men’s and probably a size or two bigger than they needed to be. I was an 11-year-old tomboy, climbing in a gym where female climbing partners where considered an endangered species. I idolized the guys I climbed with, so, I wore what they wore. [...]
Yoga is a powerful way to transform your mind and body. Fortunately at the age of 14 I experienced my first taste of yoga. Although the practice was challenging and strikingly distinct from the traditional workouts and conditioning I was used to, something clicked. Eventually that spark of interest transformed into a passion for yoga. [...]
On July 3, 2010, Verve Athlete Carlo Traversi made the 6th Ascent of Aslan V14 in Rocky Mountain National Park.
The Philosophy Of Verve from Carlo Traversi on Vimeo.
The first six pairs of Verve shorts I owned were actually men’s and probably a size or two bigger than they needed to be. I was an 11-year-old tomboy, climbing in a gym where female climbing partners where considered an endangered species. I idolized the guys I climbed with, so, I wore what they wore.
A few years later, after some persuasion, I finally moved on to the women’s clothing and tried a pair of Saphos. I liked them. A lot. They tastefully fall just below the knee, safely covering up all the valuables. They’re loose, but drape perfectly over the butt and made me feel comfortable but not frumpy.
Since then, I’ve grown up and my shorts have gotten smaller. Although I now have no insecurities about wearing skimpy Magico shorts and Lorelli bras, I still have Verve clothes from 10 years ago that I like to wear now and then, simply because they are still comfortable. Even though my taste in clothing has changed quite a bit, Verve clothes continue to look and fit just right on me; being in climbing clothes is where I feel most like myself. I have a confidence and a comfort when I’m wearing them that I just can’t quite find when I’m wearing street clothes. In Verve, I don’t have to worry about whether my pants are falling down, if my bra is showing, or if my skirt is twisted; I feel natural, ready to sprawl out, or go climbing, or running, or dancing. My poor Verve clothes get stuffed into yoga bags, climbing bags, beach bags and suitcases. They go up mountains, down rivers, across oceans and August through May, they even attend school. My poor Verve clothes really go through it all. But as I grow up, as my hobbies vary, as I explore the world and figure out who I really want to be, I may change a lot, but favorite Verve pieces will always be in tow for the journey.
~Kara Caputo • Verve Athlete
Yoga is a powerful way to transform your mind and body. Fortunately at the age of 14 I experienced my first taste of yoga. Although the practice was challenging and strikingly distinct from the traditional workouts and conditioning I was used to, something clicked. Eventually that spark of interest transformed into a passion for yoga. At the start of my undergrad, I participated in a semester long yoga and pilates training and began teaching vinyasa style classes for my fellow peers. After undergrad I was blessed with the opportunity to move to Boulder, CO and continue my training with some of the best yoga instructors in the US. In the past few months I have continued to study yoga in all its forms to give myself a well rounded understanding of the practice that has changed my life.
Over the years I have found that there are a few aspects that can make or break your practice. Yoga wear making the top of the list. It is imperative that you sport the clothing that delivers comfort without compromising fit. Verve yoga pants hug your lower half while providing freedom for effortless twists and folds, inevitable in yoga.
~Kirsten Wedde currently resides in Boulder, CO where she is immersed in the yoga community. You may just see her at the studio or around town in the Sapho Capri.
Mt. Evans is home to some of the country’s finest granite bouldering and a new area has been getting a lot of attention over the past few months. Lincoln Lake sits high in the alpine tundra and is home to hundreds of massive granite boulders. Here are some photos of recent development from Jon Glassberg:
Anne Tedesco, Verve Athlete, on “Bull Run” V7 at Lincoln Lake
On July 3, 2010, Verve Athlete Carlo Traversi made the 6th Ascent of Aslan V14 in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Carlo wearing the Xeno pant on a v12 project at the New River Gorge
Jon Glassberg and Carlo Traversi traveled to the New River Gorge in West Virginia around December of 2009 to explore the potential that the area had to offer. The mission: Develop exciting and hard boulder problems along the New River in the Blue Hole Sector of the Gorge. Follow Jon and Carlo as they wage war with the CURSE of high water, injury, and devastating snow storms all while representing Verve and making it look good.
Jon wearing the Belikos pants!
The boys were able to come away with a few great FA’s:
First in, First Out (V7) – Jon Glassberg FA
Bustin’ Down The Door (V8/9) – Carlo Traversi FA
Bed Of Nails (V8) – Jon Glassberg FA
Wet Your Whistle (V7) – Carlo Traversi & Nate Draughn FA
The Payoff (V10) – Jon Glassberg FA