I get the impression the van was bought and the trip budget was much bigger but I may be wrong. I think it's been a good stunt though and would be interested to know why Andy P thinks its 'bullshit'.
I think it's been a good stunt though and would be interested to know why Andy P thinks its 'bullshit'.
Quote from: Johnny Brown on May 20, 2009, 08:12:35 amI think it's been a good stunt though and would be interested to know why Andy P thinks its 'bullshit'.He's been paid by TNF to increase the profile of the trip by stirring up discussion. No such thing as bad publicity.
I am perhaps naive enough to still find the most inspiration and meaning in others' climbing when I sense that it is in some way authentic to them in terms of its origins and impulses
I don't come from a context of having friends who have been effectively 'used' by commercial forces
Chris, that system is already in place. Photo incentive deals pay £200-500 for getting on a cover with gear/logos, okay not quite payment for grade but by far the best way to get on a cover is to do a hard new route.