Royal Robbins

Acclaimed writer David Smart explores the compelling life of Royal Robbins, a pioneering figure in outdoor culture and rock climbing history. The audiobook offers an intimate look at Robbins’s early years, his diverse passions, and his impact on climbing and outdoor apparel from the 1960s onward, featuring key figures in the adventure and outdoor communities. This narrative sheds new light on an influential personality during the Golden Age of Yosemite climbing and the evolution of clean climbing ethics.