Jim Pope lives and breathes climbing. This video gives a glimpse into how he makes a living in the sport while staying fully immersed in his passion, from route setting and training to getting outside climbing at every opportunity and representing as a sponsored climber.
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Return to Latest NewsJim Pope is a top British sport, trad and competition climber. He has climbed up to F8c+, had some scary moments on a couple of E9s and has been competing for several years.
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A very cool little video thank you. I’d be keen to know what the music was please. Every piece was lovely. Any chance of a track list please? Cheers