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Climbing through the eyes of Jamie Finlayson – Instagram Takeover

From time to time, athletes from Team Petzl take control of our Instagram account. For one full week, they transport us directly into their world, allow us to experience their adventures first hand, and share what inspires them day-in and day-out. In early May 2017, Jamie Finlayson shared with us how he has succeeded in finding the ideal balance between his passion for rock climbing, family life, and his career. Enjoy five Instagram posts by this super dad.

June 15 2017

Multi-Pitch Climbing

Climbing, my passion for more than 20 years

 

 

 

 

Thomas, my son and my coach

 

 

 

 

Stellar crack climbing on "Gravity Bong" in Squamish

 

 

 

 

Crashpad and stroller

 

 

 

 

"Dreamcatcher", one of this year's main goals!

 

 

 

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