17 July 2015

Fred Nicole (45) - Still going very strong

Fred Nicole checking shoes in the Friedrichshafen Outdoor. Next he is going for yet another trip to Rocklands and he says that there are still many new problems to do. The 45 year old was one of the pioneers setting up hard core problems in Rocklands some 15 years ago, out of which many are considered among the best in the world. - I can still climb up to my best level but it goes a bit more up and down and I need more rest days. My three year older brother is leading the way as he did a 9a last year and he is performing better than ever. My passion is still the same and sure I am working some hard projects but also repeating hard stuff. I like everything and it is great to see the new generation with their dynamic style.
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