Patrick Cassiday

Reno , NV

When/where were you born?

Reno, NV

Started climbing when/where?

boy scout camp (lame)

Favorite climbing area?

Anywhere and everywhere that isn't choss but I'm esp. fond of Ceuse and Hueco becuase they have tons of classic routes at every

What was your scariest climbing moment?

Anytime I try trad climbing!

Who are your heroes/role models?

my parents

Do you have any knicknames

nada

Do you have any pre-climb rituals?

Not really. At comps I try and focus on my breathing to stay relaxed...

What do you do when you're not climbing?

cure diabetes one experiment at a time and go to class

What are your climbing goals?

I just want to start climbing full time for a while. Can't wait to graduate in May so I can do that for a year and see where it takes me.

Why do you choose La Sportiva?

Inovation... the shoe's are on the cutting edge. Every year Sportiva puts out atleast one new shoe that looks amazing. I'm not sure that any other company can say that.

What sets La Sportiva apart?

Inovation, renovation and imagination

Parting thoughts?

When "they" come for you, make sure there are others left to stand up (for you). [see "Frist they came..." by Pastor Martin Niemöller]