The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast

E84: Ben Moon - One of Britain's greatest ever climbers talking about his career, getting put into a headlock by Jerry Moffat and Victorian trains

Feb 14, 2024

Ben Moon, one of Britain's greatest climbers, discusses his career, training, and the birth of sport climbing. They also explore climbing media in the 1980s, controversy over using knee bars on historical routes, and the challenges of climbing at your limit. The conversation touches on the evolution of climbing holds, UK's infrastructure, and 3D scanning and printing. They conclude with updates on the Moonboard app and tips for training and climbing goals.

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Exploring the Career and Impact of a Legendary British Climber

Ben Moon's Impact on Climbing and Patreon Announcement

Hand Surgery and Finger Mobility

05:05 • 22min

Climbing Media in the 1980s

26:35 • 19min

The Controversy of Using Knee Bars on Historical Routes

45:29 • 15min

Sharma and Ben Moon's Surprise Meeting

01:00:52 • 12min

The Challenges of Climbing at Your Limit

01:12:24 • 25min

The Evolution of Climbing Holds

01:36:58 • 19min

Discussion on UK's infrastructure, Victorian trains, and the idea of a special edition moon board

01:55:51 • 1min

Discussing 3D scanning and printing a banister, challenges of molding and the advantages for climbers

01:57:16 • 4min

Updates and Considerations for the Moonboard App

02:01:05 • 2min

Tips for Training and Climbing Goals

02:02:41 • 6min