Bad ass guides to the ends of the earth

Our focus

Extreme Angles publishes guidebooks by climbers, for climbers
Beta

The information you need to get there, get up, and get back down to celebrate a wicked adventure

Maps

Understanding your location graphically is important to us, so you can expect the best maps and topos available

History

Part of what makes climbing unique is the history–the first ascentionists, their timing, and their stories

Imagery

Our guides are full-color anthems to their destinations, and what better way to get psyched than a gripping shot of someone on a crux

About US

Bearing the torch of history with modern style
Unique Perspective from Wild Places

Extreme Angles Publishing burst onto the climbing scene in 2003 as a young Zach Orenczak graduated from the University of Wyoming with a minor in Vedauwoo studies. With a digital camera and new laptop in hand, he built a company and lifestyle around his debut title, Fat Crack Country. Since then, our list of titles has grown to include books to some of the most notorious areas in the US with a focus on beta, history, user-friendliness, outstanding maps and compelling imagery.

  • Maps
  • History
  • Killer Photos
  • Adventure

Our Team

Zach Orenczak
Zach Orenczak
Mastermind behind all that is Extreme Angles. Specializes in arete, body tension and highly technical face climbing. Author to Vedauwoo, Devils Tower, The Needles, The Gunks and our latest classic, The Laramie Range
Rachael Lynn
Rachael Lynn
Rock goddess and detail whiz. Prefers adventure climbs on granite. Author to Vedauwoo, Devils Tower, The Needles, The Gunks and our latest classic, The Laramie Range