CONFLICTED | Phones in the Climbing Gym
We're all in some way tied to our phones. Even in the climbing gym, where we need to be focused on our training or performance, a smartphone can be a valuable tool. But it also has its tradeoffs. Is bringing your phone into the climbing gym worth it?
We're conflicted…
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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.