Jakob
Schubert

A man wearing a tan Mammut sweatshirt gazes thoughtfully upwards against a rugged rock background.
Born in
1990
Mammut athlete since
2014
At home in
Innsbruck, Austria

“Hard
work
beats
talent
when
talent
doesn't
work
hard”
–
Tim
Notke,
Basketball-Coach

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11 questions with Jakob

Advice you’d give your younger self

See failures and disappointments for what they are: stepping stones on the way to your goal.

Something on your bucket list

Climbing The Nose in Yosemite, watching an NFL game live in the stadium.

Your favorite mountain

The Nordkette over Innsbruck, I see it every morning.

Your favorite mountain snack

Manner Schnitten

What you wanted to be when you grew up?

Football was my passion as a child, so a pro player.

A moment you'll never forget

The lead final at the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. I had already locked in gold, just wanted to give it my all, and was finally able to chalk up one of my personal best performances on the wall. An example of how narrow the difference between success and failure in sports can be.

What you love most about climbing

The variety. I've been climbing more than half my life and I know I'll never run out of challenges.

Other hobbies and interests

American Football and e-sports

Your top tip for other climbers

Hold on to your passion and focus, but don’t lose sight of the bigger picture. Aside from training, sporting success also depends on a happy foundation. Don't forget to invest in other areas of your life to support your endeavors.

A question you’re often asked – and the answer

Will there be a 10a? Yes, I think so.

Your message to the outdoor community

A huge thank you to all who open up routes around the world!

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