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Our special guest on this episode is artist and climber Phil Gibson who celebrated 50 years since his first ascent of this iconic climb by creating a unique 90 degree artwork.

Phil has added over 250 crag drawings to over 20 guidebooks since the early 70's, wrote a thesis on the evolution of climbing gear and chats about the gear he used on his first ascent vs his later ascent in the 90's. This immersive podcast melds the many layers that make up an artwork, the experience of a climb and the unique memories we make in our wonderful sport.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal

Win! "The Corner" by Phil Gibson

Blog - Cenotaph Corner

Blog - Cenotaph Corner 70 Years

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The Lost Art of Crag Drawing

To learn more about this weeks topic click through to:
Buyers Guide to Building Your First Trad Rack — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
Skills : Climb — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
Climbing Knowledge — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
The British Mountaineering Council (thebmc.co.uk)

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Episode 67: Joe Brown and Kangchenjunga

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Episode 20: Carabiners with DMM's Chris Rowlands

Episode 13: Joe Brown & The Climbers Shop Big History

Episode 9: Rock Boots

Episode 7: Trad Climbing with BMG Libby Peter

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Cathy and Wayne are joined by another stellar guest just bursting with stories, energy and a job lot of grit!

You may have come across Stephanie Case when global headlines showed an image of her breast feeding her 6 month old daughter during an ultra-marathon. We chat about race tech, training data, documentaries, THAT photo and why placing third at the 2021 Tor des Glaciers was such an emotional experience.

If you are needing inspiration to get out and run an ultra - this is for you!

Happy 90th birthday Suunto and thank you for making this podcast possible.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to: Free to Run

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Previous Episodes you might like:

Episode 68: Time For Tech with Suunto

Episode 77: Sarah Perry @KMF 2025

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To celebrate the 60th Anniversaries of both Berghaus and the Joe Brown shops, Cathy chats with Head of Product Innovation Rosie O'Sullivan.

Rosie gives a first hand insight into the passion and creativity that goes into every product way before production and a very long time before it arrives in the shops. From engineers to problem solving to sitting down with their test team and broader outdoor community, Berghaus remains at the forefront of innovation across it's vast range of clothing and products designed for all.

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Joe Browns and The Climbers Shop

Extrem Scavenger Hunt

Get involved with the Berghaus Test Team

Episode 76: Berghaus Adapts @ KMF 2025

Episode 75: Sir Chris Bonington @ KMF 2025

Episode 71: Everest 50 with Mick Fowler

Episode 69: Everest 50 with Sir Chris Bonington and Paul Braithwaite

Episode 55: Berghaus Adapts @KMF 2024

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Joined by an audience of one snoozing Springer Spaniel, Cathy & Wayne chat about adventure kit for dogs with Fell Dog founder Carolyn Harker.

From stink proof collars to personal lead preference, waterproof jackets to silent harness clips we delve into a vast array of topics so you can make the best choices for your adventure dog to enjoy the hills.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal

Buy dog gear

Buy Waterproofing Products

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Ever wondered if walking poles are worth the investment? Why trekking poles are handy for more than just physical support? Or if running poles can make much of a difference to your race time?

Join Cathy and Wayne as they dive into the construction, adjustability, grip type and length of poles including top tips of how to fit and use them for the best performance. This podcast covers the physical and mental benefits of using poles and how to decide which style may be the best for you.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal

Buy Walking/Trekking Poles

Buy trail Running Poles

Buy pole spares

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Episode 65: Kit List - Lake District Sky Trails

Episode 36: Kit List - Trekking In Nepal

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Get all the knowledge you need for a great nights sleep out under the stars as Cathy & Wayne chat about the ins and outs of sleeping mats.

Learn about different types of mat, insulation ratings, why shape is important, why thicker isn't always warmer and discover why a "schnozzel" is a very important piece of kit. Packed full of fun facts and plenty of fun and laughter, this podcast will have you sleeping like a baby.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal

Buy Sleeping mats

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Episode 41: How To Keep Warm

Episode 4: Sleeping Bags

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Cathy chats about the Joe Brown 60th Anniversary Big Tick Summer Climbing Challenge with one of the UK's hardest climbers - Emma Twyford.

The first woman in the UK to climb E10 and Sport 9a, she boulders 7c+ and loves getting out on the crags of her adopted home of North Wales. Emma shares her favourite routes on the list, talks kit, long term climbing partnerships and shares her thoughts on climbing psychology.

Part route list and part kit list this chat wanders down memory lane and explores much more than just holds and belays.

Thank you to Scarpa for making this podcasts possible.

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Get involved with the Joe Brown Big Tick

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Episode 44: Helmets with Gemma Powell & Neil Gresham

Episode 37: Ropes with Edlerid

Episode 20: Carabiners with DMM

Episode 9: Rock boots

Episode 7: Trad Climbing Gear with BMG Libby Peter

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After an incredible Kendal Mountain Festival 2025 Cathy and Wayne chat through the incredible range of guests on another fantastic Kendal podcast season.

Kendal Mountain Festival delivered yet again on a packed programme spread over four days - with more than 200 live ticketed sessions including 300+ speakers on stage, 150+ films, 10+ parties, and 60+ activities attracting more than 25,000 visitors.

The festival kicks off a year of tours around the UK so you too can get involved in the incredible stories of people venturing into our stunning planet. You can link to the Kendal Mountain Player anytime to watch a wealth of collated films and talks from winners across the years.

Kendal Mountain Festival

Full KMF podcast season 2025

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Recorded as part of our Kendal Mountain Festival season of "Hope", Wayne and Cathy chat with "Adversity Adventurer" Alex Staniforth.

Record-breaking adventurer, inspirational speaker, author and coach, Alex has already overcome more than many will in a lifetime. Before the age of 19, he survived the two most significant disasters in Mount Everest history in two consecutive years, whilst his biggest mountains have been even closer to home: epilepsy, bullying, mental ill health and a lifelong stammer. 

Founder of one of Kendal Charity partners: Mind Over Mountains, Alex chats about his most recent challenge  the first and fastest person to climb all 446 mountains in England & Wales by human power in just 45 days. Listen to the kit he used, the logistics he overcame and how the charity works to restore mental well-being through nature.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to:
Mind Over Mountains

The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK
The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy

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Kendal Mountain Festival

If you found this interesting then don't forget to download the full KMF 2025 season:

KMF Full season

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Recorded as part of our Kendal Mountain Festival season of "Hope", Cathy and Wayne chat with endurance runner and adventure athlete Sally Orange MBE.

Listen to learn why Sally holds the Guinness World Record for the first (and possibly only) person to run a marathon on every continent dressed as a piece of fruit, how she had to re-think her clothing while running the Everest Marathon with a cancer diagnosis and why running to her chemotherapy appointments was so important.

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal


The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK
The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy

Joe Brown Outdoor Academy

More about Sally Orange

Everyones Everest

Kendal Mountain Festival

If you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:

Episode 71: Everest 50 - Mick Fowler

Episode 31: Adaptive Outdoor Kit with Paul Pritchard