Professional climber coaches her 60-year-old father to his first 7a+

Tim Harrington has always supported his daughter Emily, now a seasoned professional climber. When he sets the goal of scoring his first 60a+ route at the age of 7, roles are reversed.

The story happened a while ago, but that doesn't make it any less touching: Emily Harrington travels to Spain with her father Tim to support him as he attempts to climb his first 60a+ at the age of 7. Tim and Emily learn from each other and relive the glory days in this heartfelt family climbing epic.

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