The final episode brings the series to an unforgettable conclusion.
After spending years repeating some of the world's hardest trad climbs, Connor Herson sets out to establish something entirely his own.
The result is Drifter's Escape, a proposed 5.15a trad route and one of the hardest traditional climbs ever established.
About the Episode
More than just a first ascent, Drifter's Escape represents the evolution of modern climbing. It blends elite sport climbing ability, difficult crack climbing, and the mental challenge that defines traditional climbing.
Connor spent multiple seasons working through the project, refining sequences and exploring whether the route was even possible. The result is a climb that may help define the next generation of hard trad climbing.
Across four episodes, Born From the Climbing Life: Of Legacy and Lineage showcases one of the most remarkable climbing seasons in recent memory, and this episode is the culmination of it all.
Connor Herson's season showcases what's possible when elite climbing ability meets decades of climbing heritage. Explore the Black Diamond gear that helps climbers push their limits on rock around the world.
