About Colorado Climbing FKTs
Documenting the history and progression of speed climbing throughout Colorado.
Our Purpose
Colorado has a rich history of speed climbing, from the Flatirons and Eldorado Canyon to Rocky Mountain National Park and beyond.
Many remarkable ascents are scattered across activity logs, trip reports, personal websites, and climbing publications. Colorado Climbing FKTs aims to bring these records together in one accessible, searchable archive.
The goal is to preserve climbing history, recognize athletes, and provide a transparent resource for the climbing community.
Verification Standards
Published FKTs are supported by verifiable primary-source evidence whenever available.
- Original GPS activities or tracking files
- Firsthand trip reports and athlete accounts
- Photographs, timestamps, and documented splits
- Clearly defined routes, styles, and timing points
Historical ascents predating modern GPS tracking are evaluated individually using available firsthand evidence.
Articles, guidebooks, and other secondary sources may provide historical context but are not treated as independent verification.
Record Categories
Records are distinguished by route, climbing style, and timing methodology to ensure meaningful comparisons.
Solo ascents, roped teams, route-only times, and car-to-car efforts may be maintained as separate records. Differences in timing or route variations are documented.
Athlete Permission
Athletes are contacted for permission before their ascents are added whenever possible.
Permission covers publishing relevant record details, including names, dates, times, climbing styles, and approved links to supporting evidence.
Photographs, trip reports, and GPS files are not reproduced without appropriate permission.
Independent Archive
Colorado Climbing FKTs is an independent, community-focused project. It is not affiliated with FastestKnownTime.com or any climbing organization.
The archive is maintained as a historical resource. Records may be updated when new evidence becomes available, and corrections are welcome.
Contribute
Know of a record that should be included? Have firsthand documentation of a historical ascent? Contributions and corrections are welcome.