The California boy, Mirko Caballero, started climbing at the age of 5. Although he is not yet 11, he has six years of climbing experience. He mainly practiced bouldering before, but in the past year he has started trying sport climbs, completing three 8a routes, and recently knocked off two 7C+ routes in a row.
"Because my parents love climbing, I started the sport at a very young age. I've always loved bouldering, but I began trying sport routes in 2011. To get stronger, I often train at the gym, but I prefer outdoor climbing—it's more exciting, and I get to meet different people and climb different routes with them.
Besides climbing, I'm also a gymnast. Right now I want to do both, but if I have to choose, I’d rather focus on climbing."
Mirko Caballero was born on January 12, 2001. He is currently 149 cm tall and weighs 43 kg.
