About Drew Ruana
I was born in Washington in 1999. I’ve been climbing since I was 3. My dad took me along with him when he was cragging. Although I’m mainly a sport climber, I enjoy pretty much any type of climbing. My psych for climbing is always high, whether I’m climbing a multi pitch route, competition, sport route, or boulder problem. Although climbing can be tough, difficult, and extremely frustrating at times, I try to bounce back to give it everything I’ve got.
Right now, I’m in high school, trying to maintain a 4.0 in my coursework. I try to get outside when I can find the time. I can’t wait until I’m older, so I can go out and explore the world.
Entries by Drew Ruana
Video: Drew Ruana Establishes 14d at Smith Rock
On February 13, 2016, Drew Ruana made the first ascent of “Assassin” (14d). “Assassin” toppled the classic “Just Do It” (14c) and the unrepeated “Shock and Awe” (14c) as the toughest route at Smith Rock. The first ascent of the Aggro Gully linkup pushed Smith Rock’s highest grade upward for the first time in 13 years […]
2015 Ends in Sends – Drew Ruana Sends V14 in Bishop
Team athlete Drew Ruana finished 2015 in style by sending his first V13 and V14 in the same day. That day also happened to be December 31, the last day of a year that included many impressive ascents and accomplishments including 1st place at USA Climbing Sport Climbing Youth Nationals and an ascent of “New […]
Drew Ruana Sends ‘New World Order’ (5.14c)
Today was just another one of those days. I woke up, went to the crag, climbed with coach Tyson Schoene and Gavin. It was sunny and nice out. It was a great day to be outside and in the mountains. ‘New world Order’ (5.14c/8c+), although a link up (of one 14b into another 14b), is one […]
Drew Ruana Smith Rock and Bishop 2014
March 9, 2015 /0 Comments/by Drew RuanaSend Footage: Drew Ruana sends “Just Do It” (14c) at Smith Rock
In November, Tenaya athlete Drew Ruana (age 15) sent the iconic Smith Rock climb, “Just Do it” (14c). The route was America’s first 5.14c and Ruana is among the youngest to make an ascent. Here’s the send footage and a quick interview with Drew. UPDATE: Since sending “Just Do It”, Drew has been on […]



