Wild Ideas Worth Living · Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Born without one hand, ice climber Kimber Cross worked with a local prosthetics doctor to create a specialized carbon fiber and titanium prosthetic tool that allows her to safely participate in extreme alpinism.
“In the end, they settled on a piece made from carbon fiber and titanium that safely holds Kimber's weight, fits her perfectly, and can be taken off quickly in case of emergency.”
“With the help of a doctor, like, I invented a thing.”