Abbey Smith

Discipline: Climbing Team

ABOUT:

I fell in love with climbing as a young teenager growing up in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. For the last 25 years, I’ve dedicated my life to climbing, exploring uncharted territories, researching landscapes, and sharing stories that offer new perspectives through writing, film and live experiences. My unrelenting curiosity for exploratory and big mountain bouldering has led me all over the world from the extreme altitudes of the Himalayas and Andes to remote islands in Thailand. I enjoy unscripted adventures where the chances for success are slim, but the rewards last a lifetime. I’m also a dedicated climate advocate focused on raising awareness and systemic changes with Protect Our Winters. La Sportiva has been with me every step of the way!

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

2003 | Joining the La Sportiva team
2007-2019 | Establishing first ascents on 5 continents
2010 | Experiencing my first Himalayan bouldering expedition in the Miyar Valley, India. In honor of Jonny Copp and Micah Dash
2012 | Topping out the first ascent of Breathless (V11) above 15,000 ft. in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru

Q+A:

Who is your favorite climbing/running/skiing partner and why?

My favorite climbing partners are eager for adventure, expand my vision, empower growth, are respectful of others, and the environment, and make me feel safe to try my hardest without fear.

What is your go-to hype song?

Neo-Psychedelic Rock/Pop and 90’s Hip Hop

What was the first La Sportiva product you tried?

La Sportiva Cobra

Which charity/advocacy organizations do you support or belong to?

Protect Our Winters, The Explorers Club, American Alpine Club, Access Fund

What are your 3 favorite LaSpo Products?

Skwama, Theory, Mantra