Will Stanhope
Definition
Will Stanhope is a renowned Canadian trad climber and big wall free climber, celebrated for his bold ascents, technical mastery on cracks, and calm focus at height.
One of North America's leading trad climbers, known for pushing limits in Squamish and beyond, with sport grades up to 8c and trad up to E9.
Examples
Even Will Stanhope needs a spotter when attempting that finger-crushing splitter in the rain.
Will Stanhope ran it out 100 feet on dubious gear, proving once again that some climbers are basically human goats.
While weekend warriors chalk up for V4s, Will Stanhope is out there free-soloing big walls and making it look like a casual stroll.
Will Stanhope's latest Squamish send had everyone muttering, 'That's not climbing, that's wizardry on rock.'