Scott Backes
Amateur alpinist and longtime climbing partner of Steve House, known for significant alpine firsts and for normalizing emotional vulnerability within the alpinist community.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 2h 32min
The Life Between Climbs with Scott Backes
Scott Backes, an accomplished amateur alpinist known for bold firsts and emotional honesty, traces his climb from rebellious Midwest youth to a climber who stayed true to himself. He recalls daring early Rockies solos, brutal bivouacs, and choosing city life over climbing tribalism. The conversation explores vulnerability in climbing culture, balancing family and risk, and finding meaning after peak experiences.
