The simpler we make things, the richer the experiences become.

On big routes in big mountains, speed equals safety.

The simpler we make things, the richer the experiences become.

I can respect the gulf that separates alpinism from a running race and still appreciate that the physiology that accounts for endurance is the same if you are running a foot race in the city park or front pointing up the second ice field on the north face of the Eiger.

Traveling fast over complex technical terrain requires a high level of technical ability and the endurance to support it. These two quite divergent capabilities need to be developed over years of practice. Omitting either limits your potential.

Climbers are a universal tribe: we share the knowledge that things are not important. Experience is important. Feeling is important.

You can’t coach desire, and no matter how fancy your training plan or how high your stated goals are, it comes down to getting out the door and doing the work day after day.