The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast E135: Aidan's new hardest projects in Yosemite, and why he can't drag himself away
Feb 12, 2025
The hosts dive into Aidan's adventures in Yosemite, shedding light on its underrated bouldering scene. They discuss the current climbing conditions, juxtaposing pleasant weather with winter's impending challenges. A lively debate erupts over the tricky grading of the Climpet route, revealing the subjective nature of climbing evaluations. With personal anecdotes, they explore the moral dilemmas and community dynamics in climbing. Plus, there's laughter over whimsical project planning and insights into injury management and skin care routines!
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Yosemite vs. UK Winters
- Aidan Roberts discusses experiencing contrasting climbing seasons in Yosemite and the UK.
- He notes the shift in perspective on weather and climbing frequency depending on location and past experiences.
Ankle Injury
- Aidan Roberts injured his ankle while attempting a challenging project in Yosemite called "Six Degrees".
- The fall was dangerous due to the highball nature and complex landing.
Lowball Projects
- Despite his ankle injury, Aidan Roberts found lowball projects in Camp 4, including "Climpit".
- He questions the grading of one-move boulders and shares a video of the climb.