Welcome to my little canvas, the place where I share all things rock climbing. This is where you’ll find some of the climbing destinations that are dear to me, as well as my struggles, my learnings, my breakthroughs, my musings.
Climbing is an intrinsic part of my life, a journey with no end in sight. I’ve decided to write down my experiences in an attempt to better understand my own thought processes, relive some incredible moments, and remind myself why I chose this lifestyle.
At the same time, I designed these pages to lend a helping hand in planning your next rock climbing trip, to inspire you to push hard, to make you feel heard, to psyche you up, to show you that we’re all in this together.
On our way to Antalya for a longer climbing trip (exactly how long had yet to be decided), we took the scenic road for a change. That brought us to the charming coastal town of Kaș, which, I must say, totally exceeded our expectations. Nestled on the Turquoise Coast (aka Turkish Riviera), Kaș is an […]
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Can it be done? Of course; but it ain’t easy. True, combining rock climbing and rope access comes with both pros and cons, as you’ll see further down in this article. But when done just right, people who have a physically demanding job can commit to a climbing lifestyle, too. They may even have an
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Romania’s biggest and most famous outdoor bouldering destination, Brătilești is so much more than a huge area with scattered sandstone boulders of all shapes and sizes. While that may seem enough (and it is!), it also offers complete and utter freedom; something that’s getting harder and harder to come by these days. The chill vibes, as
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My journey into the world of rock climbing began through an online connection. I got in touch with Octavia via LinkedIn. I’ve been curious about climbing for a long time and have met many people practicing the sport, but never got the opportunity to try it myself. I think climbing has a bad rep among
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The medieval city of Braşov, in central Romania, is a touristic hub and a focal point for climbers. For the latter, it’s not the city itself that lures them, picturesque and vibrant as it may be, but the many limestone crags that surround it. So, what is it exactly that makes the area of Braşov
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This is a humor piece. Sort of… Doesn’t matter if you have a full-time job or only work about half the workweek (at most). If you’re a climber, skier, surfer, kayaker, paraglider, backpacker, or any outdoor adventure lover who spends their last dime and all their free time pursuing their passion, you might just be
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