Sam Elias – Driven to Climb
Matty Hong created this introspective profile on fellow teammate, Sam Elias, revealing how Sam got hooked on climbing what continues to drive his passion for it.
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“Climbing is a driving passion for my life. I have been fortunate to feel an innate connection to its practice from the beginning, and I have structured my life so that I can be dedicated to it.” – Sam Elias.
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