The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast E149: Aidan leaving Yosemite, new comp scoring and should sport climbers just bolt on resin holds
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May 21, 2025 Join Aidan and Sam as they navigate Aidan's transition from Yosemite and ponder life in America. They dive into the new IFSC scoring system for bouldering competitions, discussing its potential impact on the sport's fairness. The duo also stirs the pot with a thought-provoking debate on whether sport climbers should bolt on resin holds to protect natural rock, navigating the ethics of climbing holds and community perceptions. It's a lively conversation that blends personal experiences with the complexities of climbing culture!
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Aidan's Climbing Challenge in Yosemite
- Aidan struggled to gauge his climbing level due to travel and the nuanced nature of granite bouldering.
- He experienced physical exhaustion but found excitement in developing new projects in Yosemite.
Value of Familiarity Over Constant Travel
- Aidan values familiarity in places more than constant change despite enjoying travel.
- He feels conflicted between emotional connections to locations and his environmental principles around flying.
Train What Limits You Most
- Analyze what limits your climbing and focus training on the moves with greatest growth potential.
- Prioritize improving weaker techniques over marginal gains in already strong skills.