SIDE NOTES #10 - Fontainebleau Ticks, Tips & Tactics
Apr 22, 2024
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Join the hosts as they reflect on their Fontainebleau climbing trip, sharing tips for bouldering success. From mastering top outs to overcoming challenges like climbing in the rain, this episode offers valuable insights and entertaining anecdotes for outdoor enthusiasts.
The convenience of the Boulda app aids climbers in locating routes of varying grades with detailed information and visuals at Fontaine Bleau.
Practicing topping out in outdoor climbing offers climbers a sense of accomplishment, confidence, and enhanced mental focus on slopey sandstone formations.
Deep dives
Exploring Fontaine Bleau as a Bouldering Playground
Fontaine Bleau, an acclaimed bouldering location near Paris, offers a unique playground for climbers with its sandstone boulders set in a forest. Climbers benefit from the convenience of the Boulda app, aiding in locating climbs of varying grades with detailed information and visuals. The flat and well-padded landings of Fontaine Bleau present a safe environment, ideal for building confidence and trying higher routes.
The Importance of Topping Out in Climbing
Topping out, a key skill in outdoor climbing often overlooked in indoor settings, provides a sense of accomplishment and conquering challenges. By practicing topping out, climbers gain confidence and experience a different perspective of the climb, offering additional rewards beyond reaching the top. This skill also enhances mental focus and commitment while navigating slopey sandstone formations.
Balancing Volume and Intensity in Climbing Approach
The podcast discusses the significance of balancing climbing volume and intensity in outdoor bouldering. While seeking multiple climbs provides satisfaction and skill development, focusing on specific challenging projects within one's capacity enhances performance and mental focus. Balancing the two aspects ensures a fulfilling climbing experience, allowing for progression while avoiding overexertion and potential injuries.
We recently took a trip to Fontainebleau, one of the world’s most famous bouldering destinations! After a week of sends, we figured it’d be a really nice exercise to reflect on the week, discuss things that went well and those that didn’t go so well. We highlight Some useful tips and tactics that saved some time and effort, and of course have a general chin wag about the place.
Going on a trip soon? Maybe worth a listen!
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