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TIKI Saab - Machaby - Italian Alps

  • Min / max altitude:
     380m / 796m

  • Elevation gain / loss:
     +400m

  • Difficulties lenght:
     300m

  • Main facing:
     S

  • Route type:
     loop / walk down to the base of the climb or hut

  • Duration:
     1 days
  • Global rating:
     TD-

  • Commitment grade:
     I

  • Free climb grade:
     6a

  • Free climb grade required:
     5c

  • Aid grade:
     A0

  • Quality of in-place protection:
     P1 (well bolted)


Magical day on the Rock! :) Overlooking from pitch 3-Tiki Saab

This was a super incredible route and day on the rock, soaking up the hot Italian rays with good mates. Climbed with Duncan and met with the crew at the top after a hard 10 pitches in muggy windy conditions. Finished in classy Itailiano' style with home brewed Vinos that flowed, and incredible food.... Tu-meke!


                                Flowing vino + amazing food + company = very happy me!  


                                                   Allahn topping out on pitch 10-what a ride!


A super inspirational man..johnny falkiner...skier/climber/explorer and incredible teacher of breath n' fluidity!
www.johnfalkiner.com

It was an incredible week working at La Source Yoga/ski chalet in Samoens , France (www.sourcealps.com).  Saskia, Duncs, Miki Bee and Jay River  run the joint there and it was a huge privilege to meet them and they have since remained great friends. "La Source is a unique green ski, yoga and adventure sports lodge in Samoens, the French Alps, 1 hour from Geneva. The designer eco-renovated 1865 farm has been described as a ‘Hip 21st Century Commune’! Founded on principles of sustainability, inter-connection, and personal growth, La Source is a place where you can tune in to your own beat and just  ‘be’!

I learnt a lot from Johnny Falkiner about breath and fludity of movement on the rock. Johhny guides mountain and climbing trips all over the world including Kashmir, Lebanon and Elbrus. I was blown away by his teachings of breath and fluidity on the rock, and still to this day, I pass on the knowledge that he taught me, in my rock climbing classes. "Climbing- breathe-focus- being in the moment-" Merci Johnny. 

We all had an awesome week of yoga and climbing,  great food and vino was enjoyed, new climbing friendships were made, bodies ached in a dream-state way and once again I left the Euro Alps with a huge Smile.  x


                                                                         Lovin' the Samoens crags !

                                                                              6a+ Samoens, France. 

                                              This place was unbelievably beautiful ! .... And Super styley Rock :)

                                                   With new found friends - enjoying the Alps, sun and Rock :)
                                                                             Me- Saskia - Anne - Leanna




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