Malcolm Smith joins Wild Country Team

17/11/2008

There are legends and there are legends - and some legends retain their mystique like the legend of Malcolm Smith, the 'strongest man in the world' for many years yet probably the least seen or known about 'great' climber.

And certainly compared to Jerry and even Ben Moon, Malcolm was more of a recluse, even when living in Sheffield - but this was more to do with his style of training, indoors and often rather than any shyness. Yet even not seeking publicity Malcolms star rose on the back on some amazing ascents and then grew as his strength grew - yet for the most part very few people saw him climb and saw him operate first hand.

I must admit i was one of the lucky ones and climbed with Malcolm a number of times - and he always tended to amaze - yet when he did he either instilled great motivation to climb harder or made you want to give up.

Anyway I'm pretty psyched he's climbing routes again and on board with Wild Contry now too - but anyway enough of me dribbling on, if you click hrough here there are some words and route list to die for from the man himself.....

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