#120 David Göttler: On Climbing Nanga Parbat’s Schell Route With A Paragliding Descent

Join coach Scott Johnston for a conversation with David Göttler, after his recent alpine-style ascent, and paragliding descent of Schell route, on Nanga Parbat’s infamous Rupal Face. They discuss David’s training and preparation for the climb, and his experiences throughout the expedition. Details of the conversation are provided below in the Episode Guide.

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Episode Guide

00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:43 Early days of David’s aerobic development

00:05:41 History with climbing Nanga Parbat

00:14:01 2025 ascent and paragliding descent of the Schell route

00:23:23 Dialing fueling and hydration on summit attempt

00:30:54 Pre-acclimitization and recovery strategies

00:34:06 Avoiding over-reaching during pre-climb activities

00:42:09 David’s personal climbing ethics

00:49:26 Technological and ethical changes in climbing

00:52:15 Training methods: the specificity spectrum

01:11:52 David’s future plans and post-expedition break

01:14:54 How to find David, and final thoughts