Benn Wheeler

This week’s round table features Benn Wheeler, an experienced boulderer known for his insights on climbing culture and travel tales, alongside Katie Lamb, a high-level competitor with a knack for technical climbing perspectives. They dive into the complexities of flashing friend's projects, the ethics of training on 3D replicas, and whether climbing culture is fixated on iconic ascents like Burden of Dreams. They also engage in a humorous auction game to build the ultimate climber, adding power-ups and vices that spark lively debates on identity and success in the climbing world.

In this engaging discussion, professional climber Katie Lamb reflects on her major ascents and the pressures of perfectionism, contemplating whether grades are essential in climbing. Climber Benn Wheeler shares tales from Budapest and his own experiences with academic pressure. The conversation takes a turn into 'group therapy,' exploring the balance between climbing and personal relationships. They also debate the implications of removing grades, how narratives shape climbing, and the impact of online opinions in today's climate.

Guests Charlie Schreiber, Adam Shahar, Noah & Benn Wheeler discuss their recent climbing trip to Rocklands, board training, favorite first ascents, and ultimate dream climbs. They also talk about their climbing achievements, experiences in different locations, and funny incidents. The speakers share stories of their early climbing experiences and discuss sponsorship opportunities in climbing. They highlight the benefits of therapy and discuss their use of BetterHelp. They also mention Rumple products and their experiences with various boulder problems. The chapter ends with a discussion about their lifetime climbing goals and inspirations.