The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast E105: Sam & Aidan's Eras tour, genetics, asymmetrical edge controversies and grasshoppers
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Jul 10, 2024 Topics include climbing genetics, choosing favorite climbing eras, controversies surrounding asymmetrical edge designs, and reflections on the legendary era of British climbing. The hosts also discuss online communication challenges, creating fictional podcast rivalries, and nostalgia for climbing footage from the 2000-2010 era.
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Dare To Drink Urine At A Youth Comp
- Aidan recounts being dared to drink his own urine at a youth comp and failing to get any down.
- He frames it as youthful peer pressure and a cringe-worthy experience he wouldn't repeat now.
Elite Climbers Still Have Clear Weaknesses
- Aidan argues elite climbers still have obvious, trainable weaknesses despite consensus that big gains are unrealistic.
- He believes targeted, specific training cycles can produce notable improvements even at high levels.
Genetics Shape Finger Strength Response
- Sam contends genetics strongly influence finger strength gains and individual response to training more than raw baseline strength.
- He clarifies responders vary: many work hard and improve, but some plateau due to genetic limits on adaptation.