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Patagonia Climbing Ambassador, Osprey Packs athlete. @paradoxsports co-founder
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I told my parents I’d climb and ski for a year after college, then get a job. I ended up living out of a beat up old Subaru for seven years.

I didn’t know that climbing would lead to photography, or that photography would lead to films. I just knew it mattered to me.

I’m launching The Bridge on @substack to write about the work I’ve done, the people I worked with, and what I was thinking at the time. I needed to make the mistakes I made to get here.

Some letters will be about making a photograph or a film. Others will be about expeditions, the decisions we made, and the questions that stayed with me.

I grew up between two worlds, and I’ve lived between many since. The Bridge is a way to bring some of those worlds together.

You don’t need to be a climber to be part of it.

Hit the link to subscribe if you’re interested!

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Magical night watching Frost: Story of A Lifetime on the big screen with many of my oldest and newest friends. The film perfectly captured Frost’s kindness, his bond with nature, the endless innovation, and so much history I never knew. (CIA and plutonium on mtns!?)

For maybe five years around 2000, I called Tom frequently for advice, and it was always spot on. But more than that, I wanted to absorb his thoughtfulness, kindness, and humor. So many heroes become a little less after you meet them. Frost was the opposite. He became more inspiring the more time I spent with him. This film captured all that and more.

We are so glad @tomseawell @j_wiant @craigflax took this project on and dedicated 15+ years to the story. Such a gift.

Big shoutout to @cascadekitchens for hosting. It's incredible to see an abandoned Kmart garden center transformed into a vibrant community hub with great food and maybe the last $3 beer in Tahoe? I hope this space inspires others to take a chance on our town, build local businesses, and bring people together.

Huge thanks to @skirunpresents, co-conspirators @torlow and @coreyrichproductions - can't wait for the next one!

Photos: Corey RIch

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I had the opportunity to document an incredible climbing adventure in Yosemite with @timmyoneill and @jackwurster as they took on The Nose on El Capitan, aiming to complete the route in under 24 hours. Alongside my friend Nicola Martinez, I followed their journey from the preparation at the base of El Capitan to the final pitches of the climb. While they climbed through the night, Nicola and I made our way to the summit, spent the night on top, and rappelled down six pitches before the sunrise to meet them near the finish and photograph those final moments. They completed the climb in approximately 23 and a half hours, an incredible achievement later featured by @patagonia_climb . Huge respect to Jack for continuing to push the limits like that, and for a lifetime of dedication to climbing. His experience, commitment, and passion for the sport are truly inspiring. And a big shoutout to Timmy O’neill as well. Having two climbers with a combined age of 115 taking on such an iconic route is a powerful reminder that passion and determination really don’t have an age limit.
Special thanks for @nicolamartinezz for inviting me to be part this adventure ⚡️.

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With the combined age of 115, Jack Wurster (@jackwurster) and Timmy O’Neill (@timmyoneill) set the (unofficial) record for the oldest NIAD. Anyone know if this record still stands?

Photo: Fred Pompermayer (@fred_pompermayer) A person is climbing the steep rock face of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. They are using climbing gear and wearing an orange jacket and white helmet. The rock surface is rugged, and the view extends to a forested area below.

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Co-running a clinic w/ @chris_sharma and supporting @accessfund again at the 35th Anniversary Dinner... A Weekend to remember to say the least!

Growing up, Chris was my biggest climbing hero, by far. My first day climbing, I saw his poster behind the front desk and they told me he was the best in the world. I came back a week later and bought his signature shoes; my first pair. A week after that, my parents bought me his DVD “King Lines,” which I watched at least 100 times over the next few years. My parents bought me a signed Chris Sharma poster for my 14th Birthday. Then they surprised me on my 15th Birthday with a trip to climb with Chris for a week at Yo! Basecamp.

They say to never meet your heros... but man are they wrong. For a week, he was so present and engaged with us, taught us and gave me personal attention. I was working on a dyno, alone, and he came over and gave me advice that led to me sticking it on the next try. He then helped me on multiple dynos, making for the best hour of my climbing thus far. At the end of the camp, we all got superlatives and Chris called me up and announced me as Charlie, “The Dyno King.” I never forgot that... I also never forgot him giving his chalkbag away to one of the campers. The kid absolutely freaked out and didn’t stop talking about it for the next 3 days!

That inspired me to give away all of the small prizes I would win at comps, either to a kid in the crowd or to one of my team kids. It was the first time I experienced the joy of giving and I am so grateful to have learned it from one of the greatest role models in our sport.

Getting to stand side by side with him this past weekend and help people together was a dream come true. Feeling inspired to give, I decided to donate another $10,000 during the auction and won a multi-pitch epic with @timmyoneill ! Can’t wait to climb the Incredible Hulk with you soon dude!

I am so grateful for the ability to give and protect our climbing areas; thank you all for your support!

@Physivantage @cruxpowerclimbing @pitch.six @organicclimbing @fazabrushes @hardwoodholds @climbbutora #climbing #bouldering #sportclimbing #climbingtraining #strongertogether

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Timmy O'Neill talks about his friend Quinn Brett—and then turns the question back on us.

It's easy to be inspired by someone else's courage, resilience and determination.

But what will that inspiration make you do?

It doesn't have to be a mountain or some extraordinary feat. Maybe it's simply doing the thing you've been putting off.

Search “Ageless Athlete - Timmy O'Neill” wherever you get podcasts.

#Inspiration #Resilience #Adventure #Climbing #Mindset #TimmyONeill #AgelessAthlete

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Climbers Michael Vaill and Tanner Wanish reflect on the trials that plagued their Goliath choss march, including the trauma they carried from a major rappelling accident on the Dru.

Nobody and Goliath Director Joshua Noll also shared his perspective from behind the lens, including the challenges of enduro hiking to film “the wildlife”.

An honest conversation about the physical and emotional challenges of alpinism, and the resilience it takes to keep moving forward. 🏔️

Huge thanks to Timmy O’Neill, @timmyoneill, for being the best comedic host and bringing the stoke as usual! And thanks to Tyler @thebrokehomiefund for making that amazing raffle happen!

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@ilikebigbuttress and I sat down on the most recent episode of the Tactical Alpinism Podcast to talk about climbing the Goliath Traverse and his film, “Nobody and Goliath”

The film has a few more showings in the next month.

Bishop, CA 8Oct with @timmyoneill
Las Vegas, NV 12Oct with @alexhonnold
San Diego, CA 23Oct with @randyleavitt

The film releases for streaming on 31Oct. Find tickets and streaming info at Fusis Films (link below for reference).

fusisfilms.com/goliath-film-tour

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A man of many talents 😂

Timmy O’Neill, 56, has spent decades climbing some of the biggest walls on earth — but what fascinated me most was how he’s built a life around adventure, purpose, play and a “life wish,” not a death wish.

This conversation might change the way you think about getting older.

My conversation with Timmy is now on Ageless Athlete — Apple Podcasts, Spotify & YouTube.

🎥 @reelrock

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The Dirty Billie Triple! @timmyoneill and I put together another link up in the Sierra. Two years ago was our first DBT where we climbed the Hulk, Calaveras Dome, and the Leap. This time we opted for less driving, but perhaps a bit more hiking.
Leaving the car at 5:00 am we headed out and climbed the fantastic Third Pillar of Dana. Back at the car we drove over towards the trailhead near Saddlebag Lakes to climb Mount Conness’s Harding Route. We finished off the day with The Regular Route on Fairview.
A big day in the Alpine with a great partner!
#youmustgoup #sierra #getupandgo #dirtybillietriple #climbon

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Why do we keep going back to wild places?

For Timmy O'Neill, the mountains aren't just somewhere to climb. They're places where we confront uncertainty, test our limits, and find answers that can be hard to discover in everyday life.

You don't have to be a climber. You just need somewhere that asks something of you.

Search “Ageless Athlete - Timmy O'Neill” wherever you get podcasts.

#Adventure #Climbing #Mountains #OutdoorLife #HealthyAging #TimmyONeill #AgelessAthlete

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Dean Potter called Timmy O’Neill his “secret weapon.” At 57, Timmy is still doing mountain days that would flatten most climbers.

If you watched HBO’s The Dark Wizard, you’ll recognize Timmy as one of the climbers featured in the series—and one of Dean’s closest climbing partners in Yosemite.

The series brought me back to this conversation I recorded with Timmy a couple of years ago. It felt even more relevant now, so I’m returning it to the podcast.

Timmy talks candidly about aging: recovery is slower, but the desire to get outside remains as strong as ever. We explore what Dean saw in him, why he keeps returning to the same walls after 35 years, and how to build a “life wish.”

Listen through the link above, or search Ageless Athlete — Timmy O’Neill on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.

Pic 1: @coreyrichproductions
Pic 3: @dickeyphoto
Pic 4: Jonny Copp

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