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Tobin Sorenson

1954 – 1980

American mountain climber

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Lived 1954 – 1980 (aged 25–26). Tobin Sorenson was an American mountaineer.

Tobin Sorenson (June 15, 1955 – October 5, 1980) was an American rock climber and alpinist famed for establishing bold first ascents on Yosemite big walls, in the Alps, Canadian Rockies, and New Zealand.

Early life and education

A California native, Sorenson was the son of a minister, Lee Sorenson, and was raised in Covina, California. As a teenager he played the guitar at church and sang in the choir, and continued to emphasize faith and spirituality throughout his life. Later he turned his attention to the European Alps, and conquered several dangerous ice climbs in the Mont Blanc massif, the north face of the Grandes Jorasses, and the Eiger north face. Sorenson is considered by some to be the best all-around climber of his time. A contemporary of John Long and John Bachar in a group they called the Stonemasters putting up daring new routes in the Idyllwild, California area, Sorenson pushed risk standards in the realm of rock climbing and alpine mountaineering.

Death

Sorenson died from a fall during a solo attempt of the Mount Alberta's North Face on October 5, 1980.

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1954
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Biola University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tobin Sorenson?

American mountain climber (1954–1980)

When was Tobin Sorenson born?

Tobin Sorenson was born in 1954.

When did Tobin Sorenson die?

Tobin Sorenson died on 5 October 1980.

What was Tobin Sorenson's occupation?

Tobin Sorenson was a mountaineer.

What nationality was Tobin Sorenson?

Tobin Sorenson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tobin Sorenson

· Wikidata: Q7811699

· DBpedia: Tobin Sorenson

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