4 August 2024
Michaela Kiersch does Amandla (8B+)
Michaela Kiersch continues striking in Rocklands by sending Amandla (8B+), using the original Fred Nicole jumping method, and Purple Nipple Clan (8A). (c) Kevin McNally
Can you tell us more about Amandla?
I was super close in the first session and even gave a convincing flash attempt. I spent a lot of energy making the top feel secure and couldnโt manage it the first day. It took 3 more sessions as I battled with split tips, tape, and skin that led to me dry firing up to the lip 4 times total before sending.
How has the first three weeks in Rocklands been?
I came with a super ambitious wishlist and of course there are so many more boulders here Iโd like to try but I feel really proud of the ones I was able to send in such a short amount of time! I had to maintain super high motivation to make it work with the rain and my skin and Iโm happy that I pushed myself.
The scenery is amazing, especially the beautiful sunsets every night. Even the night climbing is beautiful because you can see the milky way on a clear night. It's hard not to love it.
Can you tell us more about Amandla?
I was super close in the first session and even gave a convincing flash attempt. I spent a lot of energy making the top feel secure and couldnโt manage it the first day. It took 3 more sessions as I battled with split tips, tape, and skin that led to me dry firing up to the lip 4 times total before sending.
How has the first three weeks in Rocklands been?
I came with a super ambitious wishlist and of course there are so many more boulders here Iโd like to try but I feel really proud of the ones I was able to send in such a short amount of time! I had to maintain super high motivation to make it work with the rain and my skin and Iโm happy that I pushed myself.
The scenery is amazing, especially the beautiful sunsets every night. Even the night climbing is beautiful because you can see the milky way on a clear night. It's hard not to love it.
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