Anthony Gullsten sends his Silver Lining, 8C highball in Finland


Finland’s Anthony Gullsten has completed the first ascent of a extremely high - and extremely difficult - highball boulder problem at Piilolampi, a bouldering area is located not far from Gullsten’s home in Helsinki. The line is situated right next to the parking lot and was a "notorious project" ever since the area was discovered 20 years ago. The 28-year-old checked the moves on toprope prior to committing up what has now been called Silver Lining and checks in at 8C.

For the record, Finland’s coronavirus restrictions are far less severe than in other parts of Europe and Gullsten’s ascent a fortnight ago was in compliance of these regulations.

Link: La Sportiva

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These are some crazy times we're living.. I couldn't have imagined being in this situation a month ago. Thankfully here in Finland, we still have the opportunity to go outside. Enjoy the outdoors and the abundant forests that hide some excellent boulders! The perfect place for social distancing. I've been laid off for 2 weeks now, which means that I have quite a lot of free time in my hands.. The good thing is that the weather has been great, so I've been keeping myself busy by roaming the woods. The past couple weeks I've put all my focus and efforts into this one particular line. It's been a notorious project since the place was first discovered 20 years ago. Now the project has finally been put to rest and given a name. My proudest FA to date! Silver Lining 8C Video coming soon.. Also it's the 10th anniversary of @kiipeilyareena !!! My favorite place to work and climb! Thanks for all these years and may many more come by @villekurru & @joonassailaranta @lasportivagram @frictionlabs @petzl.official

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