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Villasimius, Cala Usai restyled in Sardinia
24/03/2015 - Climbing
Villasimius, Cala Usai restyled in Sardinia
Maurizio Oviglia introduces the stunning sea crag Cala Usai to Villasimìus in southern Sardinia. New routes have been added while old routes have been rebolted, and the sea cliff now hosts nearly 40 routes from 4c to 8a.
Climbing in Sardinia news: modern and trad multi-pitches
30/01/2015 - Alpinism
Climbing in Sardinia news: modern and trad multi-pitches
Winter update by Maurizio Oviglia about the latest climbing news from the island that just keeps on giving: three new climbs in Sardina.
Sea cliff crags at risk: climbing ban or rebolting?
15/12/2014 - Climbing
Sea cliff crags at risk: climbing ban or rebolting?
Maurizio Oviglia analyses the recent case of the sea cliff sports crag “Casarotto” at Capo Caccia, Alghero, Sardinia.
Rolwaling valley in Nepal, a family expedition. By Maurizio Oviglia
02/12/2014 - Alpinism
Rolwaling valley in Nepal, a family expedition. By Maurizio Oviglia
The Rolwaling valley in Nepal, Yalung Ri (5630m) and an expedition with family and friends to enjoy an adventure, a journey, nature and friendship. By Maurizio Oviglia
Climbing in Sardinia news: developments at Oliena and Domusnovas and the multi-pitch Malala Day
25/11/2014 - Climbing
Climbing in Sardinia news: developments at Oliena and Domusnovas and the multi-pitch Malala Day
In his regular rock climbing in Sardinia update, Maurizio Oviglia talks about recent developments at the crags Oliena and Domusnovas and the new multi-pitch granite climb Malala Day at Locherie (Onifai).
Michel Piola interview: climbing on Mont Blanc, the search and the story that continues
22/07/2014 - Interviews
Michel Piola interview: climbing on Mont Blanc, the search and the story that continues
The fabulous world of Babette, or rather Mont Blanc's marvelous granite climbing, starting from Envers des Aiguilles. Interview with Michel Piola, one of the most prolific alpinists in the world who, in more than 30 years of activity, has left an indelible mark on climbing. His routes are considered priceless,...
The other, unusual climbing in Greece. By Maurizio Oviglia
11/06/2014 - Climbing
The other, unusual climbing in Greece. By Maurizio Oviglia
A climbing trip off the beaten path in Greece, between Epirus and Thessaly.
Climbing in Sardinia news: Supramonte
20/05/2014 - Climbing
Climbing in Sardinia news: Supramonte
May update by Maurizio Oviglia about the latest climbing news from Sardinia: three big new routes in the Supramonte massif.
Orosei and the climbing in Sardinia
07/04/2014 - Climbing
Orosei and the climbing in Sardinia
Maurizio Oviglia introduces the rock climbing around the village of Orosei in Sardinia.
Bavella climbing in Corsica: Punta A Biciartula
24/03/2014 - Climbing
Bavella climbing in Corsica: Punta A Biciartula
Maurizio Oviglia reveals Punta A Biciartula at Bavella, Corsica; pure pleasure climbing up some of the most beautiful and unique granite in the world.
Escalador Selvatico, new climb up Acopan Tepui in Venezuela by Larcher, Oviglia and Giupponi
20/02/2014 - Climbing
Escalador Selvatico, new climb up Acopan Tepui in Venezuela by Larcher, Oviglia and Giupponi
At the end of January and the start of February 2014 Rolando Larcher, Maurizio Oviglia and Luca Giupponi made the first ascent, and first free ascent, of Escalador Selvatico (7c+ max, 7a+ oblig, 630m) up the North Face of Akopan Tepui in Venezuela.
Climbing in Sardinia, trad and new multi-pitches
21/01/2014 - Climbing
Climbing in Sardinia, trad and new multi-pitches
A January update by Maurizio Oviglia about the latest climbing news from Sardinia. This month: trad climbing at Regno di Onan, Capo Pecora, the Supramonte di Urzulei with the new route Sos de Urthullè and Villacidro with the new climb Dream Catcher on Torre Cinzia.
Hydra at Capo Pecora in Sardinia. By Maurizio Oviglia
15/01/2014 - Climbing
Hydra at Capo Pecora in Sardinia. By Maurizio Oviglia
Maurizio Oviglia talks about the first ascent of Hydra, the latest route to be added to the trad climbing area Capo Pecora in Sardinia.
Climbing in Sardinia (Isili and Lanaitto) / December 2013 by Maurizio Oviglia
28/12/2013 - Climbing
Climbing in Sardinia (Isili and Lanaitto) / December 2013 by Maurizio Oviglia
Maurizio Oviglia provides another climbing news update from Sardinia. In this report: Isili and Lanaitto (Oliena).
Sardinia: Doloverre di Surtana, 4 new rock climbs
11/12/2013 - Climbing
Sardinia: Doloverre di Surtana, 4 new rock climbs
Maurizio Oviglia covers the latest news about Doloverre di Surtana, the most popular multi-pitch climbing area in Sardinia.
Climbing in Sardinia: October update by Maurizio Oviglia
13/11/2013 - Climbing
Climbing in Sardinia: October update by Maurizio Oviglia
The October climbing in Sardinia report provided by Maurizio Oviglia: Capo Pecora, Jurassic Park and a series of new modern multi-pitch rock climbs.

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