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Rock Magazine - new ed 8-Feb-2012 At 11:48:47 PM Rockpub

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Publisher of Rock magazine here.
I would welcome the opportunity to answer a few of your queries.

Ross resigned to spend more time with his wife and new baby, he will still be doing freelance writing.
Our new editor is not a climber but he is a top class journo who understands he has big shoes to fill. Dont be too quick to judge, he turned this first mag on tight deadlines and no handover. Judge him in 6 months time if you must and give credit for improvements as well as critique.
The new editor has met Simon Carter a couple of weeks before this edition, not sure why cogsy would think otherwise, misunderstanding.

We are working hard to continue a 30 years of climbing magazine heritage in the most demanding publishing climate yet seen. We have dedicated more resources ensuring higher production values, better photography and more contributors. We are striving to grow readership and continue to grow the sport of climbing and introduce more people to the pursuit whilst respecting the heritage and hardcore following.

I received a personal email today from forum member Rod Smith who understand better than most as to what is involved in producing a quality magazine. I appreciated his direct criticism and feedback and take much of what he said on board. It also gave me an opportunity to clear up some misunderstandings as well as explaining our side of things. We welcome more feedback and suggestions, you can find our editors email details in the magazine.
Thanks
Rock publisher