In this issue, Self Made Superman, Ueli Steck, made speed soloing look so easy it almost seemed safe. This definitive profile brings to life the fastest man in the mountains who insisted on paying for his own expeditions. Also in this issue, feast your eyes on Quebec's boulders and crags in this living color photo essay. We go back in time with another epic from Ascent's 50-year anniversary. Mirror, Mirror describes the first huge ascent on the feared Troll Wall in Norway. Emily Weinstein takes you on a lyrical journey to Joshua Tree that weaves in a bit of madness and solitude. We also review some of the top approach shoes hitting the market, and Training shows you how to strengthen your other links to improve your climbing.