Episode 117: Form and Function with Ayo Sopeju

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Ayo Sopeju is a competitive climber, head setter at The Minneapolis Bouldering Project, and an artist who takes the utmost care with his work. This care carries over to all that he does - setting, conversation, everything. I wanted to know where the intersection of his detailed art and his setting happens, and how the calmness and flow he exudes can coexist with the competition mindset. 

At Ayo’s suggestion, we sat down for a conversation in a workspace at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. It turned out to be maybe the most appropriate place we could have chosen.

Ayo at the Minneapolis Institute of Art

Ayo at the Minneapolis Institute of Art

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Kris Hampton

A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering.  Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11. 

Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks.  He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.

http://www.powercompanyclimbing.com
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