In this conversation, Nick Tollison, owner of Beta Climbing, shares his harrowing experience with multi-pitch climbing. After years in indoor climbing gyms, he takes a leap into the outdoors but finds himself in a dangerous situation during his first attempt. Nick discusses the chaos of a severe fall, the importance of communication, and the emotional aftermath of facing fear. He emphasizes the value of tailored instruction from expert guides, contrasting it with the unpredictability of unsupervised climbing, offering crucial lessons for beginners.
