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Between philosophy of life and performance expectations | Interview with Alex Megos

Alexander Megos is one of the world's most successful sport climbers. He regularly competes in World Cup events and has represented Germany at the Olympics twice. Last year, the 32-year-old from Erlangen published his autobiography, "Frei am Fels" (Free on the Rock). In it, he speaks candidly about setbacks, anorexia, and how he found his way out of the pressure to perform – as he does here in this interview.
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“I fell in love immediately” – Jakob Schubert repeats Shaolin (9A)

With his repeat ascent of Shaolin (9A) in Red Rocks, Jakob Schubert has now secured his third 9A climb. According to the Austrian, the boulder differs significantly from his two previous 9A ascents in Europe, Alphane and Mount Doom, and has a completely different character.
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The qualification system for LA 2028 has been finalized | Olympics

World Climbing has announced the qualification system for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The events and the rules for the combined bouldering and lead climbing competition have also been finalized.
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"I need rest days from his rest days" | Will Bosi and Dave Graham

Two absolute pros on the rock face discuss training, difficulty ratings, projects, and rock climbing. Will Bosi and Dave Graham talked to us about their shared passions, and we learned a lot! 
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Frankenjura | World Cup feeling in Europe's largest bouldering hall

At the 5th German Cup of the season, held in Europe's largest bouldering gym, two familiar faces stood atop the podium for the first time. We were there for you at the kick-off event of the Boulder Bundesliga at the Frankenjura bouldering gym.
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Nathan Williams: 100 Sessions for his first 9A | Return of the Sleepwalker

“The epic battle is over”: US bouldering specialist Nathan Williams has ticked off “Return of the Sleepwalker” in Nevada after more than 100 sessions – his first 9A.
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8C as a consolation prize | Jakob Schubert wins »The Nest«

Jakob Schubert is currently at the renowned Red Rocks in Nevada. There he is working on Sean Bailey's Shaolin (9A). After his...
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The best podcasts about climbing & bouldering

Can't get enough of climbing and bouldering even when you're not on the wall? We've compiled podcast recommendations about climbing so you can always have your favorite topics at your fingertips.
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Melloblocco 2026 – The legendary bouldering event enters its next round

From May 6th to 9th, 2026, Val Masino in Valtellina will once again transform into a meeting place for thousands of boulderers from all over the world. Online registration is now open.
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Cloe Coscoy in an interview | Explosive moves and absolute passion

Playful, passionate, and explosive – that's Cloe Coscoy's bouldering style. She combines impressive strength with infectious joy, is one of the strongest climbers in the competition scene, and a member of the US National Team. She has been a three-time Pan American Champion and a three-time US Vice Champion. Through bouldering, she has found her own unique way to express herself and show who she truly is.
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The world's first global bouldering league | »TITAN World League«

For the first time in the history of the sport, amateur boulderers worldwide can compete against each other in real time. The new "TITAN World League" combines standardized walls and bouldering problems with a digital ranking system.
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Writing your own training plan: the most important dos and don'ts

For some of us, the new year starts with athletic ambitions – ideally structured in a training plan. Here's what you should keep in mind if you're creating your own training plan for the first time.
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Will Bosi makes the first ascent of Portugal's hardest boulder problem, "Por do Sol" 8C+

Will Bosi makes a strong start to the new year: With »Por do Sol«, the 27-year-old Scotsman achieves the first ascent of his long-term project, Portugal's hardest boulder.
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Aidan Roberts opens new 8B+ in Yosemite

Strong, stronger, Aidan Roberts. The young Brit is known for competing at the top of the hard bouldering scene. Now, at the start of the new year, he's established a new, steep, and challenging boulder problem, "The Bee's Knees," graded 8B+, in Yosemite Valley, USA. 
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Fifth 9A for Simon Lorenzi: »Shaolin«

Exactly two years to the day after his ascent of "Burden of Dreams," Simon Lorenzi has now ticked his fifth 9A route, "Shaolin." The Belgian shares the title with Will Bosi as the boulderer with the most lines in the highest currently confirmed grade.
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These are the best bouldering areas in Europe

Europe is not only the cradle of modern bouldering – it also boasts arguably the most numerous and diverse bouldering areas. Here's an overview of our top 7 spots with all the information you need about the best season, selection, and local features.
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New to the climbing gym? The most important climbing and bouldering tips for beginners.

Do you want to start climbing or bouldering in 2026? We've compiled the most important tips for beginners to ensure a successful start in the climbing gym.
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5 New Year's resolutions for climbing that you actually stick to

Resolutions, yes – but please be realistic: We've collected five New Year's resolutions that will actually make a difference to your climbing year in 2026 and are even a bit of fun.
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Two 9A grades in seven days: Zach Galla cleans up!

After securing his place among the 9A boulderers with a repeat of "Shaolin" (9A) on December 4th, Galla repeated this feat just one week later, on December 11th, with "Return of the Sleepwalker" (9A). He thus ticked two of the hardest boulders in the world – within seven days.
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The »Pro Climbing League« will start in London in 2026 – Janja Garnbret and Toby Roberts will be at the starting line.

Fast-paced, exciting, and easy to understand: The Pro Climbing League is a new bouldering competition format that pits world-class athletes against each other in a thrilling format. The first event will take place in London in February 2026, with live coverage provided by Red Bull TV.
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Interview: Elias Iagnemma on what might be the world's first 9A+

In November 2025, after four years and 211 attempts, Italian climber Elias Iagnemma topped his hardest boulder problem to date. The 30-year-old graded the unfinished project by climbing legend Christian Core 9A+ – a strong statement to the climbing world! Now he's speaking in detail about "Exodia" for the first time.
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Foreigners pay more: Climbing trips in US national parks are becoming more expensive

Anyone planning a climbing trip to Yosemite Valley or the Rocky Mountains in 2026 should expect higher costs. The US government is introducing a $100 surcharge for non-Americans at the eleven most popular national parks starting in the new year.
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Thomas Huber in conversation | Freedom, failure and intermediate steps to success

Always pushing the limits – that's extreme climber, mountaineer, and mountain guide Thomas Huber. The 59-year-old turns failure into a virtue, setbacks into opportunities, and has mastered countless challenges. In his book, "Freedom Is in the Mountains," he recounts his adventurous life. We talk to him about freedom, failure, and the intermediate steps to success. 
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The world's first 9A+? | Elias Iagnemma ticks »Exodia«

Four years, 160 sessions, countless highs and lows, and finally the moment has arrived: Exodia is complete. A first ascent that could make history, as the Italian climber proposes a grade of 9A+. 
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9A Boulder Counter | Samuel Richard scores “Soudain Seul”

Eighteen-year-old Samuel Richard became the youngest person to date to climb the hardest grade in bouldering, "Soudain Seul," in Fontainebleau. How many 9As are there now, anyway?
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Janja Garnbret's literal dream time in Ticino | 8C for the Slovenian

Janja Garnbret begins her trip to Ticino with an absolute bang, repeating the ultra-classic Dreamtime (8C), as well as The Dagger (8B) and La Proue (8B) on the very first day.
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Adam Ondra in Aosta | "Some of the best bouldering days of my life"

That must mean something when Adam Ondra talks about the best bouldering days of his life. Two days in Aosta and the Czech climber's tick list is impressive.
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Bernd Zangerl publishes a guide to bouldering in the Himalayas: »Rakchham«

When people think of the Himalayas, they probably primarily associate them with peaks over 8.000 meters high. But mountaineering isn't the only mountain sport you can practice there: After many years of work, Tyrolean professional climber Bernd Zangerl has now published a guide to bouldering in the region.
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"Swiss Select" – the new bouldering guide for Ticino

Ticino is the flagship of Swiss bouldering and one of the most beautiful bouldering areas in the world. Eliot Stephens offers bouldering enthusiasts a brand-new guidebook, "Swiss Select – Ticino's Best Bouldering," providing an overview of the three main areas: Brione, Cresciano, and Chironico. 
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"We only ever see the successful comeback stories" | Interview with Alma Bestvater

Alma Bestvater has retired from international competitive climbing after more than twelve years. In this interview, the bouldering specialist from Weimar talks about what has shaped her career in the sport – and what problems competitive climbing still needs to address.

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Fifth 9a for Eva-Maria Hammelmüller: "Sometimes the best days are not the ones you expect"

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Austrian lead climbing specialist Eva-Maria Hammelmüller has ticked her fifth 9a route in Col de Castillon. Her ascent of "WRC" (9a) came as a complete surprise – and shows that expectations don't always play the most important role in climbing.
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Better rope climbing thanks to these fingerboard exercises

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Finger strength is a key factor in climbing success. When climbing on a rope, there is a combination of maximum and endurance exertion. You can improve your performance on the rock with the following exercises on the fingerboard.
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Between philosophy of life and performance expectations | Interview with Alex Megos

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Alexander Megos is one of the world's most successful sport climbers. He regularly competes in World Cup events and has represented Germany at the Olympics twice. Last year, the 32-year-old from Erlangen published his autobiography, "Frei am Fels" (Free on the Rock). In it, he speaks candidly about setbacks, anorexia, and how he found his way out of the pressure to perform – as he does here in this interview.
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Benjamin Vedrines – »K2 Chasing Shadows«

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The film "K2 Chasing Shadows" is now available on YouTube after its festival tour at Mountains on Stage. The film follows French alpinist Benjamin Védrines as he sets a new record time on the world's second-highest peak and then becomes the first person to paraglide from K2.
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Chris Sharma back on the competition stage – Road to LA 28

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Rock diving icon and deep-water solo pioneer Chris Sharma has a new goal in mind: the 2028 Olympics! To that end, the American is returning to the competition stage and will try to secure a place on the American national team this weekend.