Stephanie "Steph" Davis, born on November 4, 1973, is a distinguished American climber, Base Jumper, and Wingsuit Flyer. Renowned for her exceptional climbing abilities, she has tackled some of the most challenging routes across the globe.
Davis has achieved remarkable feats in her climbing career, including solo free climbs rated up to 5.11a. Notably, she became the first woman to ascend all the peaks of the Fitzroy massif in Patagonia and made history as the second woman to complete a free ascent of El Capitan in a single day. Additionally, she was the first woman to free climb the Salathé Wall on El Capitan, the first to free solo the iconic long peaks in Colorado, and the first woman to reach the summit of Torre Egger.
Beyond her climbing accolades, Steph's personal life has seen her married to fellow climber and Base Jumper Dean Potter, and later to Mario Richard, both of whom tragically lost their lives while pursuing their passions. In addition to her athletic endeavors, Davis is an active blogger, sharing her insights on climbing, Base Jumping, yoga, and vegan living. Her contributions to the climbing community and her adventurous spirit continue to inspire many.
