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Interview Babsi Zangerl on her flash ascent of Freerider, on El Capitan

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We got in touch with Babsi shortly after her ascent to ask about how the flash ascent came about, why she wore three shoes during the Monster Offwidth, and which moments had her feeling the pressure:

UKC Forums - INTERVIEW: Babsi Zangerl on her flash ascent of Freerider, on El Capitan

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