David Stepanjan

David Stepanjan

Born: 1977
Lives: Kranj, Slovenia
Climbing since: 1991

Started:
He began to climb together with his friend. The friend gave it up early, David persisted and his first serious climbing steps he made, when he met Igor Kalan - one of legendary Slovenian sport climbers.

Which from his achievements he appreciates most?
Although David managed a lot of outstanding ascents including 8b+ routes and 8A+ boulders, instead of answering this question, he generously waves his hand.

Competitions:
David Stepanjan competed 10 years ago. Now he climbs just for fun and builds routes for the national team and national competitions.

Training:
90 % climbing on the rocks - more bouldering but also climbing with rope. Only in winter, when the weather is not very good, he goes to a climbing gym.

Diet:
No diet. David is not picky.

Future plans:
Climbing, climbing, nothing just climbing...

Climbing equipment:
Shoes Ozone QC (Rock Pillars), harness Quattro Tech (Ocun)

David Stepanjan about climbing:
"If you say climbing, two things occur to me immediately - freedom and fusion with nature. It is my way of life and thanks to climbing I meet people, of the same mentality as I am."

Hobbies and interests besides climbing:
Hiking, snowboarding.

David Stepanjan´s blog:
http://bugo-bugoblok.blogspot.com/