Listen "72: Everest 50 - Fast & Light with Tom Livingstone"
Episode Synopsis
Get in touch!The fourth of an extra special 5 part series celebrating 50 years since Doug Scott and Dougal Haston became the first Britons to stand on the summit of Everest, Cathy & Wayne are joined by Mountain Equipment sponsored athlete Tom Livingstone.Tom is known for his trad, winter and alpine climbing - the bigger and badder, the better! His Fast & Light approach sets him apart with Sir Chris Bonington describing him as: ‘one of the finest climbers in the world, always using the purest techniques.’ Listen in as Tom talks about minimalism and the self-belief that get’s him to the top and back.Tom covers a vast array of knowledge including minimalist kit vs bulk, why a piece of kit finds it's place in his sack, what attracts him to new areas, funding and why he favours a double sleeping bag.Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action NepalThe Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UKThe Joe Brown Outdoor AcademyJoe Brown Outdoor AcademyThank you to Mountain Equipment for making this episode possible.If you found this interesting then don't forget to download our earlier episodes:Episode 71: Everest 50 - Remote Expeditions With Mick FowlerEpisode 70: Everest 50 - Gear Innovation with Mike ParsonsEpisode 69: Everest 50 - 1975 SW Face Expedition with Sir Chris Bonington and Paul 'Tut' BraithwaiteEpisode 67: Joe Brown and Kangchenjunga 1955 Episode 66: Kit Lists - Alpine Climbing with BMG Tom RipleyEpisode 62: Community Action Nepal @KMF24Episode 52: Gloves with Mountain Equipment @KMF24Episode 48: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To know Part 2Episode 41: How To Keep Warm With Dr Matt FullerEpisode 30: Kit Lists - 8000m Peaks With Jon GuptaEpisode 26: Kit Lists - Expeditions With Andy CaveEpisode 13: Joe Browns and The Climbers Shop Big HistoryThe video of this podcast is available on You Tube
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