Oier Berruete does Celedon (9a)

Oier Berruete has repeated Iker Pou's 45 meter long Celedon (9a) in Egino, La Leze. (c) Mikel Etxeberria

Can you tell us more about doing your first 9a?
I had been looking at this route for a long time, because when you reach the wall it catches your eye and you start to dream about it. I started trying it a little last year, I took the steps and refined sequences... but I had to stop climbing due to a heel injury. For this season I was clear that I wanted to focus on this route, so I combined days on the route with training sessions directed to it. It has not been easy to catch the weather conditions, but it has helped me to try it in humidity and wet conditions to focus on details that I might not do in good conditions.

The route is very good, 45 meters of sustained climbing, with a sequence of small holds and delicate feet to reach the belay that puts you in your place. I have enjoyed it a lot, and I can say that it is one of the best routes I have climbed. I would like to thank Iker Pou for equipping this jewel, and also all those who have accompanied me in this process.

What is your climbing background?
I started climbing 10 years ago and combined it with other sports. At the same time as I dedicated more time to climbing, I started to get interested in training. When I finished my studies, I started to train different climbers, both men and women, under my training brand "OBsesion Climbing Training". I have been lucky enough to meet many people from whom I have learned a lot and evolved as a climber. In 2021 I did my first 8c, and since then I began to believe that it could be possible to do 9a one day. I have always been very motivated to improve myself... Now I dream of much more... hehehe Who knows!