David Chambre on Patrick Edlinger

Written in Stone

Dec 11

In this episode, Kris chats with French legend David Chambre, the author of one of the best and most beautiful reference books out there for 90’s climbing history, The 9th Grade. David’s previous book, co-written with Jibe Tribout, The 8th Grade, is a treasure trove of French climbing history of the late 1970’s and early to mid 1980’s. They discuss the influence of Patrick Edlinger on both French and world climbing history.

From the difference between the two Patricks to the rivalry between the Parisians and Edlinger, Edlinger’s influence on climbing culture, fame’s influence on Edlinger, and all manner of surrounding context, Kris and David cover it all. Check it out for yourself!