Davide Zane ticks The Story Of 2 Worlds (8C)

Davide Zane, with three 8B+’ under his belt, has repeated Dave Graham’s classic The Story Of 2 Worlds (8C) in Cresciano.

Can you tell us more about the ascent and say something about your climbing background?
I started climbing when I was 8 years old, in Arco. I began with competitions and managed to become part of the Italian national team. However, after many competitions, I became more passionate about outdoor climbing.

Three years ago, I started outdoor bouldering and immediately liked it more than competitions, so I continued. Now I’m a routesetter and instructor, but I would like to become a full-time outdoor athlete. I’m 20 years old and, unfortunately, for now I have to work to support myself because I don’t have the financial means to do so without support.

In December, I sent The Stand (The Dagger) in 40 minutes, but it wasn’t my main goal to make a story. I was there to try Dreamtime, but it was too hot, so I focused on Story instead, and after three sessions I sent it.