Silvan Schüpbach frees La Röschtigraben in Wendenstöcke

Silvan Schüpbach has made the first free ascent of La Röschtigraben (700m, 8a+, 7b obligatory) in Wendenstöcke, Switzerland.
1 / 8
Silvan Schüpbach & Vera Reist during the first free ascent of La Röschtigraben (700m, 8a+, 7b obligatory) in Wendenstöcke, Switzerland
Silvan Schüpbach

Established in 2011 ground-up during 12 days together with Nicolas Zambetti and his brother Julien, this climbs takes a 700m line just to the left of Via Italia up "perfect limestone" on Reissend Nollen.

30-year-old Schüpbach retuned this autumn together with Vera Reist to make the first free ascent of the route over a three day period - two nights were spent on the large ledge above pitch 10. La Röschtigraben now checks in with difficulties up to 8a+ and 7b obligatory and although protected by bolts, it still requires a trad rack.

TOPO: La Röschtigraben, Wenden


Note:
www
www.slack-line.ch



Latest news


Expo / News


Expo / Products
Technical footwear for high altitude mountaineering and ice climbing.
The world’s lightest – and most technically advanced – high altitude mountaineering boots.
Revolutionary fast & light mountaineering boot SCARPA RIBELLE TECH 3 HD, with superior waterproof and breathable protection thanks to HDry technology.
Ferrino OSA 32, a backpack for freeriders and ski mountaineers providing maximum ergonomics and functionality.
Merino Wool Socks for Ice Climbing and Dry Tooling.
The Zenith is a mountaineering axe that uniquely combines lightweight design with technical features for top-level performance.
Show products