I have spent the last weeks
mainly climbing outdoors in Stockholm.
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| Mental preparation. |
Most of the time I have
been with friends at Flaten, which is not the most beautiful rock but the
climbing is fun. The cliff has become quite popular after it was rebolted and some
easier routes were established. It is inspiring to see so many people (no
matter ability) pushing themselves on the rock.
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| I am nothing without my shoes and chalk bag! |
I am very pleased with my
own climbing and I managed to do quite a few of the classic routes. The finger
feels good but I have had to turn down a couple of routes because the holds
were too harsh on the finger. Not a big deal, you can always try them again
later :D
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| Maybe I should have stretched my hips a bit more!?! |
My friend Olle and I also
spent a couple of days climbing trad at Grönbrinksberget. On our first visit we
were lucky with the weather and got to climb quite a few lines. However, the
second time all the routes were soaked and there was even a short thunderstorm.
Anyway, it was a good (and scary) experience to lead on your own gear when water
is dripping down the wall.
On Friday I am flying to Chamonix for some
alpine adventure. So the bags are fully packed with tent, crampons, cams, ropes
and much more. I am excited to spend some time in the mountains.
//Oscar
