Pat Ament Quotes

The whole idea of comparing climbers is ludicrous. It would be like sitting Van Gogh down with Rembrandt and saying, Ready, get set, go.

What one leads on-sight, in good, strong style, safely, is what one's ability is.

Riding a bike works your legs but not your brain. Playing chess works your mind but not your body. Climbing brings it all together.

Now I approach climbing differently. I have learned less effort and energy, less obsession, and more feeling, as with piano, more emphasis and less frenzy.