EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 42 MIN
Alex Climbs El Cap in Yosemite Episode Two
from Stoke Talk with Adriel · host Adriel
We talk about:Growing up in a mountaineering family and how it shaped his mindsetWhy the “stoke” isn’t always about the activity—it’s about the peopleA deep dive (literally) into climbing El Cap: gear, prep, training, logistics, and sleeping on the wallWhat it feels like to fall, black out, and become a Search & Rescue legend in Zion 🤕How to get into climbing—from total beginner to multi-pitch dreamerThe value of mentorship, planning, and doing hard things with friendsWhy some of the best trips are the ones that go a little wrongThis one is packed with honest stories, good laughs, and a lot of practical (and emotional) insight on what it means to live adventurously for the long haul. Whether you’re a climber, a canyoneer, a scuba diver, or just someone who wants to live with more stoke—you’re gonna love this.🎧 Stick around for:Our near-death Neon Canyon tripDiving with bull sharks in MexicoThe truth about how you go to the bathroom on a cliff face
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We talk about: Growing up in a mountaineering family and how it shaped his mindsetWhy the “stoke” isn’t always about the activity—it’s about the peopleA deep dive (literally) into climbing El Cap: gear, prep, training, logistics, and sleeping on the wallWhat it feels like to fall, black out, and become a Search & Rescue legend in Zion 🤕How to get into climbing—from total beginner to multi-pitch dreamerThe value of mentorship, planning, and doing hard things with friendsWhy some of the bes...
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