E119: Nathan Hoette - The mad Australian shoe scientist educates us ignorant fools about climbing shoes
The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast
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The Evolution of Climbing Shoes
This chapter explores the speaker's deep connections with leading climbing shoe manufacturers in Arco, Italy, and their journey from biological sciences to climbing shoe design. It highlights the collaborative and innovative processes behind developing iconic footwear like the La Sportiva Solution and Instinct, while reflecting on the history and evolution of climbing shoes. Personal anecdotes and insights about material and design illustrate the dedication climbers have towards their footwear and the impact of technology on performance.
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