Watch Anak Verhoeven climbing 'Rainshadow' (9a) at Malham Cove
On 9 May 2025 Belgian rock climber Anak Verhoeven made the first female ascent of 'Rainshadow' (9a) at Malham Cove in England.
On 9 May 2025, Belgian climber Anak Verhoeven made the first female ascent of Rainshadow at Malham Cove. By climbing this route, she became the first woman to climb a 9a on English rock. Here's the video documenting her ascent.
Link: anakverhoeven.be, Petzl, La Sportiva
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