Coach Nate Drolet: Gym Boulders are Too Tall, Hueco Tanks Reflections, and Advice to His Younger Self

Coach Nate Drolet: Gym Boulders are Too Tall, Hueco Tanks Reflections, and Advice to His Younger Self

February 18, 2026 · 1h 23m · Episode 313

About this episode

Coach Nate Drolet returns to discuss his experiences at Hueco Tanks, the challenges of climbing while injured, and offers advice to his younger self.

Join the email list to get a FREE private finger training clinic with Dr. Tyler Nelson(normally $10) www.thestruggleclimbingshow.com/strong Support the Show on PatreonGet access to all Pro Clinics, bonus episodes, and more.https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow Coach Nate Drolet is back for another thoughtful conversation, including: Reflecting on his recent Hueco Tanks trip Climbing while injured Collecting rejections like Stephen King Are gym boulders too tall? The problem with "easy" classics Advice to his younger self Falling 101 Is Coca-Cola Coffee aid? If you'd like to set up a consult with Nate, or explore coaching options, hit him up at: njdrolet@gmail.com - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: SCARPA: The best climbing shoes, trail runners, and hikers in the game! Score yourself a free SCARPA x STRUGGLE hat when you use code STRUGGLE at checkout at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far. Kilter: Award winning, adjustable, light-up board. It’s what I’m training on at home, and if you’re psyched to join me then use code STRUGGLE at checkout when you build your board, and you’ll score up to $1000 off plus a free…

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Host: Ryan Devlin

Guest: Nate Drolet

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Places: Hueco Tanks

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