Arthur Poindefert

Climbing

Hometown:
Annecy

Currently Located:
Chamonix Mont-Blanc

Main sport:
Climbing

Hobbies/Other Sports/Passions:
Ice-Climbing, Alpinism, Steep Ski

Tell us about your background:
As a child, I was hyperactive, I started climbing indoors and in competition. At the age of 14, Climbed the Mont-Blanc and it was an obvious choice. I wanted to combine high-level competitive skills with mountaineering skills ! I'm passionate about outdoor sports and would like to become a mountain guide to share this passion with others.
What was your craziest adventure or experience so far:
Craziest experience was when I climbed the north face of Drus last winter : 26 hours of climb, two cereal bars and half a liter of water ! My worst experience was being caught in a thunderstorm at an altitude of 4,000 metres in the Jorasses mountains.
Bucket list / Dream trip:
Become high mountain guide, expedition all around the world, climb the most hard routes in the Alpes.

Why become a Haglöfs Ambassador:
Being a Haglöfs ambassador means being part of a family of athletes who share the same passion : being outdoors, but with different practices. Because I think well made clothing for climbing mountains and ascending them is important to me. Häglofs has a good philosophy and makes really good equipment.
What´s your favorite Haglöfs gear:
L.I.M Down Jacket. The perfect combination of warmth, lightness and compressibility.
Quote you live by:
To each his own mountain.