| Country | Contributions | Between | Climbers | Crags | Summits | Climbs | Ascents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | 48510 | 14th November 2023 – 22nd June 2026 | 1364 | 668 | 0 | 2950 | 4604 |
| 2 | USA | 22741 | 14th November 2023 – 22nd June 2026 | 766 | 175 | 2 | 779 | 2177 |
| 3 | France | 11086 | 14th November 2023 – 19th June 2026 | 252 | 122 | 1 | 507 | 951 |
| 4 | Switzerland | 8049 | 14th November 2023 – 22nd June 2026 | 72 | 39 | 1 | 274 | 966 |
| 5 | Spain | 7679 | 15th November 2023 – 22nd June 2026 | 87 | 73 | 0 | 407 | 831 |
| 6 | Italy | 3769 | 16th November 2023 – 19th June 2026 | 112 | 54 | 0 | 147 | 284 |
| 7 | South Africa | 2927 | 16th November 2023 – 17th June 2026 | 12 | 34 | 0 | 103 | 327 |
| 8 | Canada | 2846 | 16th November 2023 – 20th June 2026 | 61 | 21 | 3 | 102 | 240 |
| 9 | Germany | 2385 | 16th November 2023 – 12th June 2026 | 110 | 37 | 0 | 71 | 172 |
| 10 | Japan | 2327 | 16th November 2023 – 11th June 2026 | 74 | 11 | 0 | 89 | 222 |
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| 15284 | 9th April 2026 | 11:11:29 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes_pretty | |
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<p>Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near <a href="/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cova del Diablo</a> in Mallorca in 2004.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
<p>[3] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?</a></p>
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<p>Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near <a href="/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cova del Diablo</a> in Mallorca in 2004.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
<p>[3] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?</a></p>
<p>[4] <a href="https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/5358912.wifes-horror-at-shock-drowning/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/5358912.wifes-horror-at-shock-drowning/</a></p>
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| 15285 | 9th April 2026 | 11:11:29 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes | |
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Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near [Cova del Diablo](/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo) in Mallorca in 2004.
> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
[3] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?)
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Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near [Cova del Diablo](/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo) in Mallorca in 2004.
> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
[3] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?)
[4] [https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/5358912.wifes-horror-at-shock-drowning/](https://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/news/5358912.wifes-horror-at-shock-drowning/)
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<p>Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near <a href="/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cova del Diablo</a> in Mallorca in 2004.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
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<p>Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near <a href="/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cova del Diablo</a> in Mallorca in 2004.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
<p>[3] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?</a></p>
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| 15287 | 9th April 2026 | 11:10:25 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes | |
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Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near [Cova del Diablo](/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo) in Mallorca in 2004.
> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
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Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near [Cova del Diablo](/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo) in Mallorca in 2004.
> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
[3] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/premier_posts/a_letter_from_budapest-83736?)
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| 15293 | 9th April 2026 | 11:06:37 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes_pretty | |
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<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
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<p>Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near <a href="/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cova del Diablo</a> in Mallorca in 2004.</p>
<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
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| 15294 | 9th April 2026 | 11:06:37 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes | |
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> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
After
Dorset climber and ardent DWS proponent. Damian disappeared while deep water soloing near [Cova del Diablo](/crag/3138/cova-del-diablo) in Mallorca in 2004.
> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
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| 15297 | 9th April 2026 | 11:00:22 UTC | remus | climber | Damian Cook | notes_pretty | |
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<blockquote>
<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
</blockquote>
<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
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<p>A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:</p>
<p>'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'</p>
<p>Well, that told them.</p>
<p>But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]</p>
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<h3>References</h3>
<p>[1] <em>The Blue Cliff</em> by <a href="/climber/2881/grant-farquhar" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grant Farquhar</a>, page 84</p>
<p>[2] <a href="https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722</a></p>
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> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
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> A trad and a sport climber were once embroiled in a fierce debate as to which was the purest form of climbing. The argument raged on until they sought the advice of a visiting guru from a distant land. The guru, being a clever sort, avoided the question altogether and answered:
> 'Free soloing is the purest form of climbing. You eliminate the rope; you're up there like a bird or a lizard. It's about as free as you can be.'
> Well, that told them.
> But as the guru wandered away, he started to ponder on the wisdom of his words. Something about his answer did not ring true, and it occurred to him that the solo climber was not entirely free since he must either pre-work the route to be sure of success or carry with him the fear of falling to injury or death. If these could be eliminated, while some consequence of a fall were maintained, then the climber might truly be free. Then he thought, bollocks to all that philosophising, and off he went deep water soloing with his mates. [1]
### References
[1] *The Blue Cliff* by [Grant Farquhar](/climber/2881/grant-farquhar), page 84
[2] [https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722](https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/rock_talk/for_today_we_mourn_a_true_of_the_sea-83722)
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