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“King Kang” (9b+): Jules Marchaland cracks Ondra’s Dyno project

French climber Jules Marchaland has made the first ascent of the old Ondra project "King Kang" in the Hanshelleren cave near Flatanger. The 25-year-old proposes a grade of 9b+ for the dynamic line.
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“WoGü” in the Rätikon: Zangerl and Larcher each on their first attempt

Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher have free climbed "WoGü" (8c) in the Rätikon mountains – on two consecutive days and each time on their first attempt. Barbara Zangerl also thus achieves the first ascent of the route by a woman.
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Giovanni Placci: Four 9a's on four consecutive days

Italian climber Giovanni Placci climbed four different 9a routes over four consecutive days in mid-September: three in the Piedmontese area of ​​La Stazione, and one in Albenga. He narrowly missed a flash on the very last move.
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European Outdoor Film Tour 2026/27 | All films & dates starting on October 12th

The European Outdoor Film Tour returns for its 25th anniversary with a brand-new film program. The premiere is on October 12th at the Deutsches Theater in Munich – after which many stops are planned throughout Europe. See all films and dates at a glance.
mountaineering

CAMP recall: Affects the screws and nuts on the X-DREAM, X-DREAM TOTAL DRY and X-ALL MOUNTAIN ice tools

CAMP informs that the screws connecting the shaft and axe head of the X-DREAM, X-DREAM TOTAL DRY and X-ALL MOUNTAIN ice tools have partially come loose; this affects products manufactured after October 2024.
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Former Team USA climbing coach sentenced to prison for possession of child sexual abuse material

Matthew Maddison, the former speed climbing coach of USA Climbing, has been sentenced to up to 15 years in prison in the US state of Utah. The 37-year-old pleaded guilty as part of an agreement with prosecutors to possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material online. USA Climbing had already suspended the British-born Maddison from his duties following his arrest in the spring.
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Following a fatal climbing accident on Kalymnos: Almost 400 routes have been refurbished with titanium bolts.

Since the fatal climbing accident on Kalymnos in the spring, route refurbishment on the Greek island has accelerated. According to the local initiative Rebolt Kalymnos, 383 routes have been completely re-equipped – with titanium instead of stainless steel.
bouldering

How is artificial intelligence changing the sport of climbing?

Whether in training or route setting, for climbing gym operators or amateur athletes: We have looked at some examples of how artificial intelligence is currently shaping climbing, what might come in the future and what advantages and risks are involved.
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New sole instead of a new shoe: the time to resole

The right time to get climbing shoes resoled is sooner than you might think: when there's about one millimeter of sole left. Honestly, nobody measures it, but how do I know when I should get my shoes resoled, and where can I even do that?
mountaineering

How to read mountain weather: These planning tips & warning signs you should know

Every mountain tour hinges on the weather conditions. We'll show you what's important when planning mountain tours to avoid dangerous situations caused by sudden weather changes or thunderstorms, and how to react correctly in an emergency.
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Rätikon: Babsi Zangerl & Jacopo Larcher repeat “Déjà” (8c+) – the hardest multi-pitch ascent by a woman

With their free ascent of "Déjà" on the south face of the Kirchlispitzen, the Austrian woman and the Italian man have completed their hardest project to date in the Rätikon. It is the first time the line has ever been repeated – and probably the first time a woman has climbed a multi-pitch route graded 8c+.
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First 9a+ for Leo Cea (13): “No Pain No Gain” in Rodellar

Climbing a 9a+ was Leo Cea's clear goal for 2026. The year is far from over, but the plan has already been achieved: On September 2nd, the 13-year-old German-Chilean climber completed a real endurance challenge with "No Pain No Gain" in Rodellar.
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RENATURATION | Silvan Schüpbach – Trad in Wilderswil

John Thornton's film "Renaturation" follows Silvan Schüpbach to Wilderswil. There, he freed a forgotten sport climbing route from its rusty bolts and then climbed it clean. A film about style, climbing ethics, and what climbing beyond maximum difficulty can mean.
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You are our athletes – 25 years of Chillaz

Since 2001, Chillaz has stood for sustainable materials, high-quality climbing apparel, and responsibility towards nature. For its 25th anniversary, we celebrate the history of this Tyrolean family business – and the athletes who bring the brand's vision to life on the rock face.
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Gold for Janja Garnbret & Neo Suzuki at the Lead World Cup in Koper

At the penultimate Lead World Cup of the season in Koper, Garnbret delivered a spectacular fight in front of his home crowd, while Neo Suzuki demonstrated his endurance and secured his third gold medal of the season. All results at a glance.
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Solveig Korherr repeats “Histoire sans Fin” (8b+)

Solveig Korherr has free climbed "Histoire sans Fin" (8b+) on the Petit Clocher du Portalet in Valais. She completed the ten-pitch granite route on August 23, 2026, after two and a half weeks of work and seven days of climbing, together with the French climber Soline Kentzel.
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Back from summer break: All the info & livestream for the Lead World Cup in Koper

After a short World Cup summer break, the final round takes place in Koper: At the penultimate Lead World Cup, (almost) all the familiar faces of the season will compete once again to collect crucial points in the overall ranking. All the information on the starting field, schedule, and live stream is available here.
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Tips for multi-pitch climbing from mountain guide Michi Wohlleben

Professional mountaineer, mountain guide and physiotherapist Michi Wohlleben, in collaboration with LACRUX, refreshes the various techniques for multi-pitch climbing – from material selection to belay station construction to rappelling.
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"You have to be able to push yourself to the limit" – Lara Neumeier in an interview

Within twelve months, Lara Neumeier completed all three routes of the Alpine Trilogy, becoming only the second woman to accomplish this feat. We spoke with her about her childhood in a climbing harness, the difference between Instagram and reality, and her upcoming projects.
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Paralympics 2028: Qualification system for Para Climbing has been finalized

Para climbing will be featured at the Paralympic Games for the first time in Los Angeles in 2028. The International Paralympic Committee has now presented the qualification system.
mountaineering

Karakoram: Thomas Huber, Miquel Mas & Víctor Sans report first ascent of Biacherahi Central

In early August, the trio established the route "Wild Soul" (7a/A2+, 600 m, 21 SL) in the Pakistani Karakorum Mountains, probably the first line on the 5.700 meter high Biacherahi Central.
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Simon Gietl free climbs “KAIROS” on the Lavarella di Fora

Simon Gietl has redpointed the new route "KAIROS" on the west face of Lavarella di Fora. The South Tyrolean climber, together with Davide Prandini and Martin Niederkofler, established the approximately 250-meter-long line using only mobile protection and without a single bolt.
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Soline Kentzel achieves the first female redpoint ascent of "La Darbellay" (8a, 300 m)

On August 13th, French climber Soline Kentzel achieved the first female free ascent of "La Darbellay" on the Petit Clocher du Portalet (2985 m). She climbed the historic trad multi-pitch route, with crux sections in the 8a and 7c+ range, in a single day.
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Competition: Edelrid Ohm II in the exclusive Bergfreunde edition

Bergfreunde is turning 20! And for you, that means: a lot of climbing gear in the special Bergfreunde edition. The Ohm has been a staple in many climbing gyms for years. Edelrid has redesigned it, Bergfreunde has released a special color version for its 20th anniversary – and we're giving away three limited edition copies.
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Climbing gym accident statistics 2025: the most frequent causes and injuries

Every year, the German Alpine Club (DAV), together with the climbing gym association KLEVER, publishes an analysis of accident data from climbing and bouldering gyms in Germany and Austria. The causes of accidents and injury patterns for the reporting year 2025 are presented at a glance.
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Fußstein & Pizzo Badile: Martin Sieberer climbs “Ridge2Ridge” solo and in a new record time

For the Austrian mountaineer, a very personal project has come to an end: crossing Fußstein and Pizzo Badile in just one day – and connecting them by bicycle. He set a new speed record for the route, which involved an elevation gain of around 6.700 meters: 23 hours and 23 minutes.
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Pou brothers and Micher Quito complete the most difficult alpine route of their careers in Peru: “Bonus Track”

For their project, the Basque professional climbers once again teamed up with Peruvian Micher Quito. They describe "Bonus Track" (WI7/M6/6c/1.060 m) on the 6,000-meter peak Ranrapalca as their most difficult alpine route to date.
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Paul Preuß: A pioneer of vertical thinking

Pitons, fixed ropes, artificial oxygen: How much technology should be allowed to help in mountaineering? Paul Preuß debated this question more than 100 years ago – and placed his own skill above any artificial assistance.
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Six days for the Kingline of Céüse: Laura Rogora climbs “Bibliographie” (9b+)

Just two months after Janja Garnbret, Laura Rogora achieved the second female ascent of "Bibliographie" in Céüse. The Italian needed only six days for her first 9b+ – no one had ever climbed this grade so quickly before her.
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One of the hardest female free solos: Aleksandra Taistra on “Alfredo Alfredo” (7a, 200 m)

Polish climber Aleksandra "Ola" Taistra free-soloed the 200-meter multi-pitch route "Alfredo Alfredo" on Monte Oddeu in Sardinia on May 3rd. In terms of difficulty, the ascent ranks among the hardest known free solo climbs by a woman. However, the climber doesn't place much importance on rankings.

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“King Kang” (9b+): Jules Marchaland cracks Ondra’s Dyno project

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French climber Jules Marchaland has made the first ascent of the old Ondra project "King Kang" in the Hanshelleren cave near Flatanger. The 25-year-old proposes a grade of 9b+ for the dynamic line.
climbing

“WoGü” in the Rätikon: Zangerl and Larcher each on their first attempt

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Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher have free climbed "WoGü" (8c) in the Rätikon mountains – on two consecutive days and each time on their first attempt. Barbara Zangerl also thus achieves the first ascent of the route by a woman.
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Giovanni Placci: Four 9a's on four consecutive days

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Italian climber Giovanni Placci climbed four different 9a routes over four consecutive days in mid-September: three in the Piedmontese area of ​​La Stazione, and one in Albenga. He narrowly missed a flash on the very last move.
mountaineering

European Outdoor Film Tour 2026/27 | All films & dates starting on October 12th

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The European Outdoor Film Tour returns for its 25th anniversary with a brand-new film program. The premiere is on October 12th at the Deutsches Theater in Munich – after which many stops are planned throughout Europe. See all films and dates at a glance.
mountaineering

CAMP recall: Affects the screws and nuts on the X-DREAM, X-DREAM TOTAL DRY and X-ALL MOUNTAIN ice tools

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CAMP informs that the screws connecting the shaft and axe head of the X-DREAM, X-DREAM TOTAL DRY and X-ALL MOUNTAIN ice tools have partially come loose; this affects products manufactured after October 2024.