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| Artist's rendition of the famed Tofana di Rozes. This beautiful limestone peak has seen many versions of human struggle. A key strategic point during WWI, the Tofana has also been the home to a history of rock climbing development in Italy. It has classic routes from the early 1900's as well as modern desperate free climbs. |
Just returned home from the Dolomite Mountains of Northern Italy. It seems like yesterday I dreamed of being able to guide in such a beautiful and historic range. I've led a bunch of trips there now and they all rank super high on my list of enjoyment.
Bill and I have climbed a lot together over the years, and I was psyched to get to show him what are some of my favorite routes anywhere on the planet. Here is our hit list.
Torri di Falzarego
Cinque Torri: Via Miriam on Torre Grande Cima Sud, and Via Olga on Cima Ovest
Tofana di Rozes: Primo Spigolo
Pomgagnon: Punta Fiames - Spigolo Jori
Tofana di Rozes: Pilastro di Ghedina
Sasso di Stria
Crepe du Oucere Basso
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| The classic training ground of Cinque Torri, complete with hot tub at the hut. |
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| On top of Torre Grande di Falzarego after completing the awesome south arete traverse of both towers. The Lagazuoi is in the background. |
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| 12 pitches up the Spigolo Jori. |
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| Bill grins after cruising the stout UIAA V+ crux on this long classic route. |
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| Just another 2000 foot limestone wall. Can't remember the name, looks like a mini Eiger northwall. |
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| Monte Piau. |
Thanks Bill. See you next year!
Ciao, Clint
