#164 Obe Carrion — “We Are Bouldering”, What Winning Comps Used To Represent, 'Rock Star' Parties, and Designing Dope Gear
Obe Carrion is an absolute legend and one of the most iconic stars that rose during the early years of American bouldering.
Obe has climbed, competed, and worked in every role climbing has to offer. And he always does it with the best of the best.
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00:00 - Intro
05:10 - Reflections On 'Rampage'
14:40 - How Obe Got Into Bouldering
20:38 - Learning To Win
24:14 - Bringing Intensity To Your Climbing
30:57 - Being The 'Urban Kid'
37:49 - Being A Pro In That Time Period
52:25 - 'Rock Star'
56:00 - Competitions Then Vs Now
01:10:49 - Designing And Working For Climbing Brands
01:26:29 - Bringing Slopers To The Gym
01:32:55 - The Beginnings Of Highballs
01:48:49 - Top Moments In Obe's Climbing
01:50:10 - How Do You Go From Good To Great?
