A successful short trip to France came to an end for Alexander Megos from Erlangen, and his tick list is impressive. Shortly before the end, he onsighted the 8c+ route "Nadesjda".
Known for difficult onsight ascents
With more than 20 onsight ascents of routes 8c and above (according to 8a.nu), Alexander Megos can be considered a professional in this climbing style. His first route in this style made him world-famous at just 19 years old. Rewind a bit: In March 2013, Alexander Megos first made headlines with his onsight ascent of "Estado Critico" (9a) in Siurana. He was the first person to achieve an onsight at this grade. After a week of climbing in France, he has now returned home with "Nadesjda" (8c+) on his first attempt. But the day was far from over for the rock climbing pro. On the same day, he also climbed "Le Blond, la Brute et le Manouche" (8c+) on his second attempt, as well as "Progression" (8b+/c) – also on his second attempt.
Alexander Megos.
That was certainly one of the biggest battles I've ever had on an onsight; I was close to crashing countless times.
Alex Tickliste from France
- Le Bruit de L'Acid - 9b
- Guère de Bruit – 9a
- Nadesjda – 8c+ (Onsight)
- Le Blond, la Brute et le Manouche – 8c+
- Guère Future – 8c+
- Progression – 8b+/c
- Adieu la Foule – 8a+ (Onsight)
- Putain de Genouillère – 8a (Onsight)
With three onsights, two 8c+ and one 9b in seven days of climbing, Alex Megos once again demonstrates the level at which he is currently performing.
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Credits: Cover photo: Sam Bie