Jimmy Chin Quotes

The two great risks are risking too much but also risking too little. That's for each person to decide. For me, not risking anything is worse than death. By far.

Jimmy Chin

Fear is always there; it's a survival instinct. You just need to know how to manage it.

Jimmy Chin

A lot of why I climb is for the friendship, the loyalty and trust, the shared experience of being in that moment.

Jimmy Chin

I truly believe the intention of creating positive change is so important to the collective consciousness. When you have a group of people that have the intention and the capacity, talent, and intelligence to actualize those intentions, then you have something really powerful.

Jimmy Chin

My favorite off-mountain workout is the long run. It's great for building endurance and strength.

Jimmy Chin

I feel like I'm doing what I love. If I can get out, shoot, film and climb, and be with my friends and family, I'm happy. It doesn't take a lot. I don't need to climb huge mountains. I have a deep connection with wilderness and the environment, and I'm thankful for that.

Jimmy Chin