E101: Aidan & Sam - Chalk, Nocturnal Climbing and Swiss Bats
Jun 12, 2024
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Aidan & Sam discuss night climbing challenges, artificial light impact on bats in Switzerland, mental health in climbing, chalk preferences, and optimizing climbing performance through marginal gains. They explore breaking free from limitations in climbing, reflections on 'enough', and the concept of climbing at night in Fontainebleau with night vision goggles.
Climbing at night raises environmental concerns in Fontainebleau, impacting wildlife and access.
Fear of failure and societal judgment restrict climbers from setting bold goals and exploring new challenges.
Embrace personal climbing style and preferences, focus on authentic experiences, and pursue inspiring challenges.
Deep dives
Exploring Climbing Challenges at Night
Climbing at night presents challenges and controversies in Fontainebleau due to environmental concerns with the use of lights. There's a debate on whether climbing at night impacts nocturnal animals like bats. The topic touches on balancing conservation efforts, climbers' access, and potential impacts on wildlife.
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs in Climbing
The podcast discussion delves into personal fears and limitations in climbing, focusing on the fear of failure and the reluctance to set ambitious goals due to concerns about public perception. By acknowledging these inhibitions and working toward challenging them, climbers can explore new possibilities and aspirations.
Embracing Personal Climbing Styles and Challenges
Encouragement is provided to climb in a style that feels authentic and enjoyable, emphasizing the importance of being true to one's climbing preferences rather than conforming to external expectations or norms. The podcast highlights the significance of pursuing inspiring boulders and challenging oneself with a positive mindset.
The Joy and Progression of Climbing in Fontainebleau
The episode captures the excitement and fulfillment of climbing in Fontainebleau, showcasing personal achievements, unexpected successes on iconic boulders like 'Gekko A Cease' and 'Karma'. The experiences in Fontainebleau contribute to personal growth, confidence in climbing abilities, and a renewed passion for the sport.
Innovative Night Climbing Solutions
A creative solution is proposed to address the night climbing dilemma by using night vision goggles instead of traditional lights. This novel idea aims to minimize environmental impact, particularly on nocturnal animals, while enhancing the climbing experience at night in outdoor settings like Fontainebleau.
We're going back in time to the halcyon days of a couple of months ago this week! An episode we recorded and then forgot about! Shockingly the climbing world hasn't moved on unrecognisably in two months so it's all still relevant. We chatted about climbing at night, Sam's time in Font and ideal chalk strategies.
Hope you enjoy, there's a longer version on the Patreon as well as some new content coming from when Aidan recorded a Q&A with Steven from the Nugget. So if you're enjoying the podcast and would like to support us please check out our Patreon page! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=70353823