The new aid/free route took seven days to climb, it rises where the Bonatti Pillar once stood
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The route, his third at 9a+ in 2024 alone, was first climbed by Alex Megos in 2016, but is best known for its second ascent, when Adam Ondra became the first person ever to flash a route at 9a+.
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The 34-year-old Slovakian alpinist fell into a crevasse after his rappel anchor broke.
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In response to concerns over fixed anchor regulations, the Yosemite Climbing Association has introduced a Climber’s Credo.
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