Remo Schläpfer
Remo Schläpfer

Jakob Schubert flashes 8c-Boulder Catalan Witness the Fitness

bouldering

As if the past days on the rope were not good enough, Jakob Schubert climbs the 8c-Boulder Catalan Witness the Fitness flash.

Jakob's ticklist after his trip to Spain is definitely worth seeing. A first highlight was the inspection of Stoking the Fire (9b) - LACRUX reported, A few days later followed Catxasa (9a +) and probably the first repeat of the 9a route Mercenaris del Passat, In Mercenaris del Passat, Jacob broke a Sika handle as he clipped the stall. Already in Stoking the Fire Jacob brought a handle. Maybe the Austrian just has too much power? If you look at his recent visit, then this assumption could be confirmed: He climbed the first by Chris Sharma 8c Boulder flash.

Jakob Schubert evaluates the boulder

About the Flash Commando of the Boulder in the Cova de l'Ocell near Barcelona, ​​Jakob is understandably happy, but puts it into perspective with a comment on the level of difficulty: "As nice as a 8c flash sounds, I can't agree, I guess it is more like low end 8b +", Jakob says about Catalan Witness the Fitness (CWTF). The ultra-heavy and long roof boulder was on the 4. December 2015 first by Chris Sharma. To the degree of difficulty Sharma said then, CWTF connect a section in the area 8b / + with a 8a + Boulder and whatever that means, he looks forward to repeaters and their opinion.

Video about the ascent of Chris Sharma

Credits: Cover picture Sebastian Rodriguez in the same boulder the same day

News

climbing

Saxony's bivouac dispute: Where self-regulation ends 

0
Since 2026, bivouacking (or "boofen") in the Saxon Switzerland National Park has been prohibited from February 1st to June 15th. Mountaineering associations are challenging this legally – which also puts the decades-long model of self-regulation to the test.
mountaineering

Speed ​​and efficiency in large walls – Part 1

0
This two-part article focuses on speed and efficiency in multi-pitch climbing – not just on big walls, but also on long ridges or wherever you might find yourself. Can such an article do justice to this topic?
Ski touring

A dream tour: Corno Grande (2.912m), highest peak of the Apennines

0
Corno Grande in the Gran Sasso massif is one of the most fascinating peaks in Europe. Visible from afar, it towers above all the other peaks and mountains of the Apennines. And the best part: you can enjoy fantastic hikes here any time of year.
Sponsored Content

Red Bull X-Alps 2027: New challengers, old hands and a novelty

0
The field of participants for the 2027 Red Bull X-Alps has been finalized: 37 athletes from 16 countries will tackle the next edition of the world's toughest adventure race. The starting field has never been so large or so female – and for the first time, there will also be a separate women's ranking.

Saxony's bivouac dispute: Where self-regulation ends 

Editors -
Since 2026, bivouacking (or "boofen") in the Saxon Switzerland National Park has been prohibited from February 1st to June 15th. Mountaineering associations are challenging this legally – which also puts the decades-long model of self-regulation to the test.
Read more

Speed ​​and efficiency in large walls – Part 1

Editors -
This two-part article focuses on speed and efficiency in multi-pitch climbing – not just on big walls, but also on long ridges or wherever you might find yourself. Can such an article do justice to this topic?
Read more

A dream tour: Corno Grande (2.912m), highest peak of the Apennines

Christof Schellhammer -
Corno Grande in the Gran Sasso massif is one of the most fascinating peaks in Europe. Visible from afar, it towers above all the other peaks and mountains of the Apennines. And the best part: you can enjoy fantastic hikes here any time of year.
Read more

1 comment

Comment on the article

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here