Ink × Adrenaline: Mike "Grip" Sullivan’s Climbing Comeback

Meet Mike Sullivan—known in climbing circles as Grip. When a fall shattered his hand and sidelined his climb, he faced a crossroads. As healing advanced, he asked: “How do I show strength, from bone to spirit?”

Crafting a Tattoo That Heals as Far as It Inspires

Mike’s biomechanical gauntlet tattoo isn’t just art—it’s a manifesto. Wires coil into muscles. Gears interlock with tendons. It’s a visual testament to recovery, engineered for movement.

Getting back on the wall took more than physical rehab—it took strategic recovery that blends care and performance. Here’s how Mike integrates his TattMagic routine into his high-adrenaline life:

• Post-session clarity: Right after the ink, Mike dabs on Cleansing Spray—quick, sterile, and residue-free, perfect for artists who train the next day.
• Sculpt inflammation: Recovery Gel helps soothing reset—reducing flare and getting him back on holds sooner.
• Daily hydration for grip and skin: Hydrating Gel locks moisture and vibrance into the gauntlet design and supports grip endurance when he returns to chalk and crux.

Climbing, Inked, Resilient

Mike’s comeback is more than a climbing story—it’s a blueprint for healing through intent, grit, and smart care. That ink isn't just art—it's engineered to move, to heal, and to inspire. TattMagic ensures the climb looks as strong as it feels.