Barefoot Climbing, Bleau Projects & Old-School Bouldering

Barefoot Climbing, Bleau Projects & Old-School Bouldering

From Voice Of Climbers by Climbing Radio

May 15, 2026 · 15 min

About this episode

Charles Albert discusses barefoot climbing, Fontainebleau projects, and the evolution of climbing culture.

In this episode of Voices of Climbers, we sit down with Charles Albert during Melloblocco for a conversation about barefoot climbing, hard Fontainebleau projects, old-school bouldering, and the evolution of climbing culture. Charles reflects on recent ascents like Charlatan and other long-term projects, shares his thoughts on style, exploration, erosion in Fontainebleau, and talks about what still inspires him in climbing and in life. A rare chance to hear from one of the most unique voices in modern bouldering.

People in this episode

Guest: Charles Albert

Topics covered

  • barefoot climbing
  • bouldering
  • climbing culture
  • Fontainebleau
  • ascents
  • exploration

Keywords

  • barefoot climbing
  • Fontainebleau
  • bouldering
  • Melloblocco
  • Charlatan
  • climbing culture
  • ascents

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Charlatan

Places: Fontainebleau

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