Ep 124 - Climbing Liberty Ridge - Lessons Learned from a Challenging Ascent - Andy & Eric

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🗓️ 1 May 2026

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Ep 124 - Climbing Liberty Ridge: Lessons Learned from a Challenging Ascent - Andy & Eric Discover the insights from climbing Liberty Ridge on Mount Rainier, including key lessons, mistakes to avoid, and the importance of weather awareness for climbers. In June of 2016, climbers Andy Schriner and Eric Miller embarked on a challenging ascent of Liberty Ridge on Mount Rainier. With a mix of excitement and trepidation, they navigated weather challenges, physical demands, and important decision-making that would ultimately shape their experience. Andy and Eric share the lessons learned from their journey, the challenges they faced, and what every climber should consider before tackling this impressive route. This podcast is produced by Ashley Saupe and sponsored by Rocky Talkie and the American Alpine Institute. → 25% off Mountain Sense PRO Rescue Kits & Rescue Tarps - code SHARPEND25 (exp. 6/1) → 10% off Rocky Talkie radios at RockyTalkie.com/SharpEnd → 15% online Responder Alliance trainings, including the Responder HUB - code SHARPEND → 30% off onX Backcountry Premium or Elite, valid through 12/31/26 - code SHARPEND → 10% off Wallpoppe - code SHARPEND → 15% off SWOOP. garments - code SHARPEND → 10% off any wilderness med course with Desert Mountain Medicine - code SHARPEND → Use code SHARPEND to waive the activation fee on ZOLEO → Global Rescue Insurance: https://partner.globalrescue.com/thesharpendpodcast/index.html → 20% off American Alpine Club membership with code SHARPEND26

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0:00.0	Welcome back to the Sharpen podcast, a podcast aimed at minimizing future outdoor accidents by way of storytelling.
0:17.8	Real people sharing real stories.
0:22.2	This show is brought to you by Rocky Talkie, a Colorado-based company that creates
0:26.6	backcountry radios to keep you connected no matter the season. These radios are lightweight,
0:31.7	durable, and built with impressive battery life. With spring on the horizon, the days are
0:36.0	getting longer and the temperatures are warming up. Whether you're gearing up for the first backpacking trip on the horizon, the days are getting longer and the temperatures are
0:37.7	warming up. Whether you're gearing up for the first backpacking trip of the year, head into the
0:41.9	crag, or squeezing in a few final runs in the backcountry, Rocky Talki has you covered.
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0:56.3	Don't miss out on the essential gear to keep you connected on your next adventure.
1:02.5	The American Alpine Institute's mission is to provide world-class mountain education,
1:08.0	exceptional guided experiences, and to inspire natural preservation.
1:12.3	For 51 years, the Institute has provided education, skills development, and guiding and rock and ice
1:18.7	climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing, and snowboarding, avalanche awareness, technical
1:23.6	rescue, canineering, backpacking, and wilderness skills.
1:33.2	With operations in several states and countries, the American Alpine Institute is widely regarded as a leader in comprehensive technical mountain adventure.
1:37.1	Learn more at alpine institute.com.
1:50.0	Annie Shiner and Eric Miller are seasoned climbers who met while studying engineering at the University of Cincinnati. Their shared passion for climbing and adventure brought them together leading to many memorable sense, including Liberty Ridge.
1:57.0	Both climbers have a wealth of experience in the mountains, which adds credibility to their insights on climbing safety and preparation.
2:03.6	Climbing Liberty Ridge is no small feat.
2:06.6	With substantial vertical gain and unpredictable weather conditions, climbers face a series of challenges that can test their skills and resolve.
2:13.6	Andy and Eric's trip to Mount Rainier began with a less than favorable weather forecast. After arriving,
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