Ian Elliott climbing 7c aged almost 70
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Watch the incredibile story of Ian Elliott climbing 7c aged almost 70
The short film Ian directed by Matt Raimondo that chronicles the incredible journey of Australian climber Ian Elliott who defies conventional limits of aging by sending his first 7c at almost 70 years of age.
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Beautifully directed by Matt Raimondo, IAN is a powerful short film that chronicles the incredible journey of Ian Elliott, an Australian rock climber who defies conventional limits of aging.
Having only discovered climbing in his mid-fifties, Elliott sent his hardest route, the 7c (28/5.12d) climb Call of Duty at Coolum Cave in Queensland, in October 2020 at 68. His story showcases more than just technical skill and physical strength; it highlights the boundless human spirit and the possibility of thriving with age.
For more information about Elliott, check out this great portrait on www.commonclimber.com
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