Sonnie Trotter is a professional climber from Canada, whose notable ascents include the first ascent of Cobra Crack in Squamish, The Shining on Mount Louis, and the Pineapple Express on El Capitan. His new book is called UPLIFTED: The Evolution of a Climbing Life.

But first, is it aid? One of climbing's most perennial questions comes up in a way that leaves your hosts breathless. 

Our final bit is "Yamashiro" by Recorduroy, a fusion band based in Colorado, with climber Dave Cohen on drums. 

Show Notes

"UPLIFTED: The Evolution of a Climbing Life" from Patagonia Books

Read "Manboy" an excerpt from Sonnie's new book on Evening Sends

Follow Sonnie Trotter on Instagram

Listen to Yamashiro on Spotify and Apple Music

Recorduroy on Spotify and Apple Music

Follow Recorduroy on Instagram

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