Interviews

Daniel Lenzi: Member Spotlight

May 22, 2016

Since Salt Pump opened its doors, we have been privileged to get to know many countless members and guests — from first-time climbers to barefoot 5.13 crack masters and people at virtually every phase of the climbing life in between. Who has visited Salt Pump the most number of times? That distinction goes…

Taki and Tino on ‘Love Maine Radio’

April 1, 2016

What does ‘Salt Pump’ mean? Can climbing help make the world a better place? Where are Tino and Taki’s favorite climbing areas? How does Salt Pump staff work with someone who has a fear of heights?   Taki (our General Manager) and Tino (our Head Routesetter and Assistant Program Director)…

Can I Make Gains In My Climbing With More Overall Strength, Fitness and Endurance?

March 7, 2016

“I have really enjoyed Melissa’s HIIT classes.  Every time the workout is different, with new moves and challenges. I love having a surprise each session.  She also doesn’t let you “cheat” – she makes me work HARD!  I have been feeling stronger.  Where I notice it most is my running….I…

Q&A with Tino Fiumara

September 7, 2015

Many of the great routes you’ve been climbing at Salt Pump you can thank Tino Fiumara for. After visiting to help with our initial route setting, he recently moved to Maine and accepted a full time position as our Head Routesetter / Assistant Program Director. Since the world is small, I guess I shouldn’t be surprised…