Sophia Hoermann ticks Room Service (8A+)

Sophia Hoermann, with a handful 8A+’ to her name, has sent
Room Service (8A+) in Squamish. ”Second sesh, second go today! This line made me nervous... my mind palace took some damage from the weight of expectations and doubt... just needed lovely natalia lafourcade music to get out of my head a bit and a super supportive crew to give me some confidence.”

Can you tell us more about the ascent?
It was my first time in Squamish this year and my trip was a blast. The location and vibes are so good there, but I put an uncomfy amount of pressure on myself over this line because I’ve seen that so many shorties crush it! After a few days of joyous romping in the forest, I had my first session. It was going downhill mentally until I discovered that a left heel hook method worked really well for me. I went back a few days later and felt some of the same expectations and pressure holding me back on my first go. On my second, I played some music on my phone and tried to climb more freely and remember where I was and why I was there. The moves still felt hard but I felt way less limited mentally and found myself holding the cut with the sounds of my friends spotting me in the background. I was psyched to share the moment with Roger (who also gave me so much beta), Toinon, Levi, and Owain. Squamish is so sick!

What are your plans for the summer?
I have an internship in the Bay Area, all summer but I’m hoping to get some weekend trips to Tahoe and Yosemite in and explore some local spots too.