Keyword: bouldering

Simon Lorenzi: Off the Wagon sit (8c +) bouldered

The Belgian Simon Lorenzi succeeds in the sit-start version of the legendary boulder Off the Wagon in Val Bavona, Ticino.

This video shows the first barefoot ascent of the 8c boulder La source

Charles Albert is known for climbing boulder blocks barefoot. This video shows him on the first ascent of an 8c boulder in the Gorges des Usses.

Zach Galla boulders 8c + Grand Illusion

Zach Galla repeats one of the toughest boulder problems in the world, Grand Illusion (8c +), in Little Cottonwood Canyon. It's the toughest line for Galla to date.

Video: Jakob Schubert successful in Ticino

Jakob Schubert presents the second video of his Ticino trip from spring 2021. The video shows the ascent of impressive and difficult lines such as The Kingdom, Kubalik and more.

Climbing halls suffer from certification requirements

Since the introduction of the certificate requirement in mid-September, most climbing facilities have seen a significant drop in visitors. The introduction of chargeable tests prevents additional guests from visiting the climbing facilities. Meanwhile, the operating costs continue unchecked while the income dwindles. IG Kletteranlagen is demanding more understanding and support from politicians for the companies that have already been severely affected by the Corona crisis.

Rocktober: 9a's fall like the leaves

In the past few weeks, we have received an above-average number of reports about inspections. Philipp Geisenhoff opened a new difficult route in the Basler Jura, Alexander Rohr and Dylan Chuat each scored two 9a's, Katherine Choong climbed a difficult MSL tour and Yannick Flohe flashed an 8b boulder.

Cresciano: no access / solutions sought

A few days ago the Patriziato di Cresciano communicated the ban on driving to the bouldering area in an official and public message. Memories of the past winter are awakened.

The largest bouldering hall in Zurich opens its doors: Schlieren bouldering lounge

On Saturday, November 30th, 2021, a new bouldering hall will open its doors in the city of Zurich. Climbing enthusiasts can expect over 1 square meters of boulder in the Schlieren boulder lounge.

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