Manolo dices Diabloluna 8c at Fonzaso
Maurizio "Manolo" Zanolla has managed to redpoint "Diaboluna" 8c at Fonzaso, N. Italy.
Copia link
 Climbing... or the elixir of life? At the start 2006 we reported about the 8c+ climbed by 12-year old Adam Ondra. After this startling performance by the child prodigy on 'Alien Carnage' at Castillon we now report of another ascent, much older agewise but none the less interesting: making the most of ideal winter conditions 47-year old Maurizio "Manolo" Zanolla has managed to redpoint "Diaboluna" at Fonzaso, N. Italy. The route in question had been sent by Cocco, Riccardo Scarian and Luca Zardini and was cosidered a soft-touch 8c until now. Manolo, who is clearly back on form after knee surgery, explained the following:"three important holds have broken off since the first ascent and I reckon the 8c grade is now certain... that's what I think but, given my age, I have trouble grading routes." So, as usual, it's up to potential repeaters to confirm the grade?
photo: Manolo climbing Diabloluna 8c at Fonzaso ( (ph Walter Bellotto) | ||||||||
Latest news
Expo / News
Expo / Products
Ideal ski mountaineering jacket for hard climbing
25 Liter backpack with avalanche bag
Revolutionary fast & light mountaineering boot SCARPA RIBELLE TECH 3 HD, with superior waterproof and breathable protection thanks to HDry technology.
Climbing Technology Climbing Technology Altimate - harness for ski touring and technical mountaineering
Innovative double configuration modular harness designed for ski touring and technical mountaineering.
Ocun Diamond S climbing shoes designed for maximum performance, comfort, and precision
Lightweight skitouring and mountaineering harness by Singing Rock.