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IFSC Pan-American Championships – Results And Live Video
The IFSC Pan-American Championships are finally here. Probably the most eagerly awaited of the five continental championships, as this is the final chance for American and Canadian athletes to earn their qualifying spot at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
- in News, Sport Climbing
Giorgio Tomatis Climbs 9a At 16 Years Old
Giorgio Tomatis of Italy has climbed his first 9a at only 16 years old. This makes him one of the youngest people to climb 9a.
- in Competitions, News
French Bouldering Championships 2020 – Fanny Gibert And Manu Cornu Win
Another incredible Championnat de France de Bloc 2020 – AKA the French Bouldering Championships – just took place. Watch the videos and see the problems!
Climbing Barbie Released For 2020 Olympics
There is a Rock Climbing Barbie – yes this is real. With a fun bit of news for Friday, Mattel have announced a Rock Climbing Barbie in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Bitterroot National Forest Bans New Climbing Routes
Without proper consultation with local access groups or previous warning, Bitterroot National Forest have effectively banned new climbing routes.
- in Gear Guides, Harnesses
Petzl Aquila Harness Review – Best All Around Harness?
Is the Petzl Aquila the best all around climbing harness? Read our long term review of this high end, light weight beast.
- in Bouldering, News
17 Year Old Kazuma Ise Tops 8C Byaku-dou
Kazuma Ise of Japan has climbed the 8C / V15 “Byaku-dou” in Horai at only 17 years old. The route is a Dai Koyamada project originally put up in 2003 featuring a steep overhanging set of terrible pockets.
- in Competitions, News
IFSC May Cancel Asian Championships and World Cup events in China due to Coronavirus
The Coronavirus has had over 31,000 cases and 637 deaths so far. The IFSC have just announced they may cancel or move World Cup and Asian Championship events due to the emergency. They have also sent 10,000 breathing masks to help the situation
- in News, Sport Climbing
William Bosi Climbs His First 9b – La Capella, Siurana
William Bosi has sent his first 9b at Siurana with the route “La Capella”. The route is 15m of bouldery pockets, crimps and underclings and took him just three days. Will Bosi is a Team GB athlete and native of Edinburgh, Scotland
- in Gear Guides, Reviews, Shoes
La Sportiva Katana Lace Review
One of our all time favorite shoes and all excellent all-rounder that mixes performance comfort and well. Read the long term La Sportiva Katana Lace review now to see if these are right for you