Warren Harding was one of the best and most influential rock climbers of the 50's, 60's and 70's. But he not only made a name for himself with his first ascents in Yosemite Valley, but also with his penchant for alcohol and boisterous parties. The following video introduces the crazy climber.
When a journalist asked why he and his friends climb, Warren Harding replied: "Because we're crazy! There can be no other reason." Warren Harding was one of the strongest climbers in his time Yosemite Valley – and at the same time known for his penchant for alcohol.
True to the motto sex, drugs and rock & roll, he regularly drank to excess, partied late into the night and went climbing to cure his hangover - what else. The following video shows an entertaining excerpt from the Reel Rock film "Valley Uprising".
Warren Harding first ascent of the Nose and the Dawn Wall
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Credits: Cover picture Reel rock