@1AndyCave

Pioneering Mountaineer & Former Coalminer. Sharing life lessons from -3000 to +26000 feet as a Business Speaker & Executive Coach. Cover 📷 by Marko Prezelj

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Great watch from the team @rab_equipment showing what can happen when climbers cross geographic and cultural boundaries to teach and share our passion! youtu.be/DJwP62_Zcfw

Land of The Cold Sun

"The route was physically demanding and technical, with some weak i...

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A great opportunity for young people looking to take their first steps into winter climbing 👇
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Marie Uri comes at climbing from such a totally different perspective to myself that this was by far one of the most interesting & thought-provoking conversations I’ve ever had about the sport. Eavesdrop on our chat via the #MountainPeople podcast feed➡️ rab.equipment/uk/podcast
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In her work as a coach & climbing instructor, Rachael Crewesmith helps people overcome their fears every day. We sat down for the #MountainPeople podcast to discuss the different ways she guides new climbers in overcoming their mental barriers➡️ rab.equipment/uk/podcast
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When it comes to the mental side of climbing, who better to speak to than the man who wrote the book on the subject? I chat to climbing legend Jerry Moffatt about the mental training that made him one of the best climbers on the planet. Listen here ➡ spoti.fi/3Qrly6V
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It will never not be rewarding to see the podcast connecting with people and opening up new ideas about our lives in the mountains.
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The new series of the #MountainPeople Podcast has landed. In episode one I chat to Prof Lew Hardy (expert in elite performance) about good mountain decision-making & why some people have an easier time handling risk. Listen here ➡️ rab.equipment/uk/podcast
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Good day in the office so far with #RLWC21 listening to the inspirational @1AndyCave
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Growing up in Barnsley a career in Rugby was more likely than climbing. But I took the road less travelled. Relishing bringing both these worlds together giving keynote speech to @RugbyLeagueWorldCup 21 team tomorrow #KeynoteSpeaker #RugbyLeague #Rugby #EventSpeakers
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25 years ago. The late Brendan Murphy finding the way, day 5, #Changabang, north face 1st ascent, Indian Himalaya. No radios, no bolts, no fixed ropes, no sherpas. Probably the closest you can get to space exploration ‘out there’ commitment as a climber.
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Pete and Joe's ascent of Changabang was a huge inspiration to me and is part of what drew me to my own, pivotal experiences on that mountain. To see their route repeated all these years later inspires a similar awe. Huge congrats to Kim, Matt & Daniel! alpineteam.co.nz/2022/west-f…
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Really enjoyed this piece from @IWelsted which, in a few short paragraphs, conveys so much wisdom about setting achievable goals and what success looks like in the mountains. Sometimes slow and steady can actually mean faster progression! climbing.com/skills/how-to-c…

One Pro's Advice for Managing Risk in the Alpine

Ian Welsted, a Piolets d’Or recipient and alpinist based in the Canadian Rockies, shares the lessons he’s learned from a life in the mountains.

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It’s been a busy few days recording interviews for the next @rab_equipment #MountainPeople podcast series. Brilliant to be over in #Snowdonia chatting to legends. More details coming soon!
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35 years ago I set off on my very first Himalayan expedition. In actual fact, for me, this was the first of 3 expeditions back-to-back, without returning home. In for a penny, in for a pound!
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On the first trip, myself and John Stevenson made the first ascent of Tupopdan on the Pakistan-China boarder, approaching from the Hunza valley. Great memories! 📷 Tom Richardson
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Joe Simpson (@TouchingTheVoid) is pictured in this photo taken at basecamp. Sadly this trip was too early for Joe and his injuries from 'Touching the Void' were causing him so much pain. He gave it a damn good go though, as did most of the team. 📷 Tom Richardson
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I've been captivated by Anna Pfaff's incredibly open detailing of her experience with frostbite. Like so many climbing stories, it started with a positive; an ascent. But her telling has not shied away from the negatives. instagram.com/p/CdHXzHhNlC-/

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Anna draws the conclusion that even when we do everything right, things can still go wrong. It's a hard truth that we all need to recognise when we head into the mountains. Best wishes for a speedy and strong recovery Anna!
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Forgotten how impressive Kilnsey is, on the eye...and the arm 😳 If only I could jump like the newborn lambs below the crag! #WeAreRab #TheMountainPeople
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'Best Plan' vs 'Ideal Plan' and the importance of listening. A quick(ish) thread! 🧵👇 One of the biggest single factors I've found for a safe and successful mountain climb is having a team who are all 100% committed to the objective. 1/10 📷 Marko Prezelj
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What you don’t want half-way up a mountain is someone saying ‘I never wanted to climb by this route, I think this plan is seriously flawed’. 9/10
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Perhaps the most crucial component is listening. Only when you have heard individuals' ‘ideal plans’ can you realise the ‘best plan’ for the group. What do you think? What are your experiences of crafting a 'best plan' with a group? /End
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