Nick Martinez has been quietly ticking the hardest and scariest big walls in Yosemite for the last two decades. 🧗♂️ From early climbing dreams in Brazil, Nick made his way to Yosemite, finding community with legends like Jim Bridwell, Dean Potter and the Huber brothers, and making a name for himself amongst the Valley titans. 💪
Despite profound heartbreak of losing loved ones and his own near-fatal BASE jumping accident, Nick found a way to keep climbing, and finding purpose in the mountains he loves. ⛰️
Get ready for laughs too as Nick, a natural storyteller with a dry wit, recounts wild anecdotes from climbing alongside El Cap legends, epic climbs, close calls, and the unique dirtbag ethos. 🏕️
Nick's story is a powerful reminder that even amidst the darkest shadows, there is always a path forward. This rare and candid interview is not to be missed.
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You can find Nick at https://www.instagram.com/nicolamartinezz/
Nick extends huge thanks to:
Rigging International
BlueWater Ropes
PASOKIN
Greater Tahoe GripWorks
📸 credits to:
https://www.fredpompermayer.com
https://www.felipesh.com
https://www.edsonvandeira.com
Jenning Steger and Kyler Sparks of Patagonia.
