Adam Ondra

Elite climber Adam Ondra shares struggles and breakthroughs in Training, Nutrition, Tactics, and Mental Game. Topics discussed include finger strength, training tools, breaking through difficulties, reevaluating historical climb grades, and admiration for a climbing legend.

Adam Ondra, one of the greatest rock climbers, dives into his climbing journey, highlighting his latest projects like DNA (5.15d) and the legendary challenges faced in Gorges du Verdon. He discusses the influence of knee pads on climbing performance and grades, shares thoughts on competition retirement, and reveals insights about his new Ondra Comp shoe and the term 'smedging.' The conversation also tackles the complexity of bouldering routes, questioning if Terranova is tougher than V16 and the potential of climbers like Will Bosi.

Adam Ondra, a climbing legend, discusses the limits of human climbing, Olympic aspirations, and shiver bivying on El Cap with his father. Dive into his challenges, family balance, and reflections on climbing culture and competitions.