This podcast is proudly presented by Patagonia.

Not bound by convention,

Patagonia is in business to save our home planet.

It's 2023 and modern climbers are more accomplished than ever,

and we don't just mean on the wall.

Patagonia has always seen the value in being bold,

whether it means pushing high points or having the audacity to demand more for our planet.

So, what's it mean to be a strong climber, full commitment to the sport and to our communities?

It means not just working towards futuristic first ascent, but also a better future.

And we aren't going to get there alone.

For Patagonia's 50th year, we're looking forward, not back.

And together, we can prioritize purpose over profit to protect this planet.

Get involved, read stories to get you out there, and join a community that values what we do off the wall

as much as we do on. Find out more at patagonia.com slash climbing.

We get support from Doiter, one of the leading backpack brands that will help you hit the

trails with confidence and comfort, But most importantly, your snacks.

Founded in 1898, Doider believes in fit, comfort, and working in the long term to offset

CO2 emissions by teaming up with climate partner to invest in social and climate offset projects

worldwide for select product, including their guide and vertrail climbing packs.

Deuter packs are PFC free, meaning no forever chemicals.

And they honor their promised lifetime warranty since their packs were meant to be on your back and not in landfills.

So you can focus on way cooler things like puppies, pocket bacon and get incendi, whether at the crag or in the alpine.

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