• David Chambre on Edlinger, Tribout and French Sport Climbing History

  • Dec 11 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
  • Podcast

David Chambre on Edlinger, Tribout and French Sport Climbing History

  • Summary

  • Kris chats with French legend David Chambre, the author of one of the best and most beautiful reference books out there for 90’s climbing history, The 9th Grade. David’s previous book, co-written with Jibe Tribout, The 8th Grade, is a treasure trove of French climbing history of the late 1970’s and early to mid 1980’s. They discuss the influence of Patrick Edlinger on both French and world climbing history.

    Discussed in the episode:

    • The difference between the two Patricks.
    • The rivalry between the Parisians and Edlinger.
    • Edlinger’s influence on climbing culture.
    • The effect of fame on Edlinger.
    • Tribout’s ability to provoke.
    • French climbing history.

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