Topics of Expertise: Climbing, Bouldering, Hiking, Camping, Traveling
Years in This Expertise: 10
Number Of Products & Number Of Hours Expert Has Tested: 350+ products, 10,000+ hour
Education & Certifications
Education: Bachelor’s in English Literature, University of Kansas
Years of Writing: 2+
Certifications: WFA (expired), CPR (expired)
Club or Association Memberships: The Access Fund, American Alpine Club
Previous Publications: GearHungry
A Word From Sam Anderson
I’ve always loved writing, thanks to my dad, who always has and still does write for a living. It just so happens I’m also a rock climber. After a decade of dirtbagging, it made sense to put my writing degree and background to use.
My personal interests include: what’s behind the veil, other humans, long and rambling conversations, baseball, road biking, Mezcal, citrus, animal consciousness, and insects (especially tarantulas).
Each run at the Hour Record implicates a dedicated team of specialists, scientists, athletes, and even dreamers. Watch one record effort play out here.
A Nalgene bottle, Brooks Running apparel, and Nocs binoculars all highlight Native American artists. The products serve to amplify or benefit Native causes.
Williams’ cohort calls him ‘forceful and intimidatingly aggressive.’ They’re talking about his racing style, but he treats his bigger mission with equal vigor.