Ben Moon
- January 10, 2024
- Rock Climber
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Ben Moon |
| Occupation | Rock Climber |
| Date Of Birth | Jun 13, 1966(1966-06-13) |
| Age | 58 |
| Birthplace | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth City | London |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
Ben Moon Biography
| Name | Ben Moon |
| Birthday | Jun 13 |
| Birth Year | 1966 |
| Place Of Birth | London |
| Home Town | London |
| Birth Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
| Parents | Beth Moon, Jeremy Moon |
Ben Moon is one of the most popular and richest Rock Climber who was born on June 13, 1966 in London, London, United Kingdom. Ben Moon (born 13 June 1966) is a rock climber from England.
On 8 June 2015, Moon redpointed the Steve McClure route Rainshadow, 9a, at Malham Cove in North Yorkshire, England.
Ben Moon Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Rock Climber |
| House | Living in own house. |
Ben Moon is one of the richest Rock Climber from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ben Moon 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
During the late 1980s and early 1990s, Moon, along with his climbing partner Jerry Moffatt moved forward the level of sport climbing, both in the UK and internationally. He was the first person to climb a route at the grade of (French) 8c+, establishing Hubble at Raven Tor. Hubble was then the hardest sport route in the world. The crux, or the hardest section, consists of a Font 8B boulder problem. After very few repeats despite attempts from some of the world’s best climbers, the route is now considered by some to be a 9a. The 8c+ grade was however confirmed by Alex Megos . Moon is best known for short and powerful routes and boulder problems.
In 2004 Moon was still climbing, although he was concentrating on bouldering and teaching. He also started an equipment company, moon, his second after splitting from his partner in his previous company, S7.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is Ben Moon Dating?
According to our records, Ben Moon is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Ben Moon’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Ben Ranked on the list of most popular Rock Climber. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Ben Moon celebrates birthday on June 13 of every year.
Where does Ben Moon live in Oregon?
Ben now lives in Pacific City, Oregon , where he explores the nearby dunes of Cape Kiwanda and shores of the Pacific Ocean with his pup, Nori, who has strikingly similar facial markings to Denali, and shares many of his finer personality traits.
Where did Ben Moon grow up?
Ben grew up in the south of England and first went climbing when he was seven years old while on a walking holiday in the Lake District. At 16 he left school, moved to Sheffield and signed on the dole in order to pursue climbing full time. In the following decade he helped change the face of British climbing.
Who has climbed Hubble?
- 1st. Ben Moon, 14 June 1990.
- 2nd. Malcolm Smith, 1992.
- 3rd. John Gaskins, 1994.
- 4th. Richard Simpson (disputed), 2005.
- 5th. Steve Dunning, 2009.
- 6th. Steve McClure, 2009.
- 7th. Alexander Megos, 31 May 2016.
- 8th. William Bosi, 2016.
What camera does Ben Moon use?
Adventurous lifestyle photographer Ben Moon calls the Sony a7R II his “everything camera.” Outdoor Photographer may earn a small commission if you buy something using one of the retail links in our articles.
Is Hubble 9a?
Hubble was the hardest route in the world when Ben Moon completed the first ascent in 1990, and the first route to be graded 8c+ (5.14c). Since then it’s been upgraded to 9a (5.14d) , meaning it very well might’ve been the world’s first 9a (5.14d)—beating out Action Directe, which Wolfgang Güllich redpointed in 1991.