Connor Herson was born into climbing.
The son of Yosemite legend Jim Herson, Connor was climbing big walls long before most climbers ever tied into a rope. By 14 he had climbed 5.14c. By 15 he had free climbed The Nose.
Now he's taking on some of the hardest trad routes in the world.
In Episode One of Born From the Climbing Life: Of Legacy and Lineage, Connor travels to Norway to attempt Crown Royale (5.14c), one of the most demanding traditional climbs on the planet.
About the Episode
Set against the stunning granite walls of Jøssingfjord, Norway, this episode follows Connor as he takes on a route that sits at the cutting edge of modern trad climbing.
It is the perfect introduction to a season that would see Connor push standards on some of the hardest trad climbs in the world.
The series follows Connor through an incredible run of ascents, showcasing the unique combination of sport climbing strength, crack climbing technique, and mental composure required to climb at the highest level of traditional climbing.
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