BIOGRAFIE
A BRIEF CHAT WITH SAMUEL EQUY
In your career as an athlete you haven't missed anything, is there a race you look forward to all year?
The Pierra Menta is certainly the race that we French wait for every year. I also really like the Tour du Rutor because I associate that race with happy memories.
After setting the Haute Route record, what projects are you targeting next?
Breaking the Chamonix-Zermatt record was a dream I’d had had for a long time. I would really like to try for new records, but I’d like to focus on the racing season first. I hope to bring home another one in the spring!
Where did the decision to become a mountain guide come from?
From the desire to always learn new things and keep training. Then also because I love sharing my passion for ski mountaineering and the mountains with others.
What’s your favorite Karpos product?
Definitely the Lyskamm Evo Jacket. I use it on my daily outings, in every season. Despite its light weight and minimal bulk, it provides excellent warmth. I never leave it at home!
HIGHLIGHTS
2019 U23 world champion, vertical specialty
2020 French champion, vertical specialty
2022 World champion, long-distance specialty
2023 3rd, Pierra Menta
2023 New record, Chamonix-Zermatt “Haute Route”: 14 hours and 54 minutes