
22 November 2023
Route Setter Magazine #6 is out now!
Your premium source when it comes to route setting, gym management and the world of indoor climbing is back for the sixth year in a row! Researched by experts, written for enthusiasts.
Inside this issue:
Creating SPACE in Wartime Ukraine โThe story of a gym network that remains open to climbing during the war
Prehab for routesetters โProfessional advice from climbing specialist physios and doctors
Gym Spotlight โGaswerk, an in-depth look at how a DIY gym grew to become one of the world's largest and then sprouted new locations.
Progress in Padding โ The past, present and future of that cushion we often take for granted
+ the winners of the Route Setter Magazine photo contest, route setter and gym expert interviews and the latest products from top brands and suppliers!
If you're attending the Vertical Pro this week, in Germany, swing by Vertical-Life's booth, Hall A7 #100, and treat yourself to a copy. If you're not attending, don't panic, you can order a copy here: here!
Inside this issue:
Creating SPACE in Wartime Ukraine โThe story of a gym network that remains open to climbing during the war
Prehab for routesetters โProfessional advice from climbing specialist physios and doctors
Gym Spotlight โGaswerk, an in-depth look at how a DIY gym grew to become one of the world's largest and then sprouted new locations.
Progress in Padding โ The past, present and future of that cushion we often take for granted
+ the winners of the Route Setter Magazine photo contest, route setter and gym expert interviews and the latest products from top brands and suppliers!
If you're attending the Vertical Pro this week, in Germany, swing by Vertical-Life's booth, Hall A7 #100, and treat yourself to a copy. If you're not attending, don't panic, you can order a copy here: here!
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Jorge Diaz-Rullo reports on Instagram that he has made the first ascent of Cafe Colombia in Margalef. At 27, heโs already stacked four 9b+ sends and now heโs adโฆ
26 January 2026
Sean Bailey FAโs Duality of Man (9c)
Sean Bailey reports on Instagram that he has done the first ascent of Duality of Man (9c) in Dry Canyon. โ After four total years and three seasons of climbing,โฆ
23 March 2026
Jorge Diaz-Rullo proposes 9c for Cafรฉ Colombia
Jorge Diaz-Rullo elaborates on the reasons for him to suggest 9c for Cafรฉ Colombia on Instagram, which he took down last week after projecting it for 240 sessioโฆ
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Jorge Diaz-Rullo reports on Instagram that he has made the first ascent of Cafe Colombia in Margalef. At 27, heโs already stacked four 9b+ sends and now heโs adโฆ
16 March 2026
Ondra flashes 3*8C in two weeks
โI stopped focusing on competition bouldering after last yearโs World Cup in Prague, partly because I can already feel it on my body, especially in my shoulders. The modern competition style, with a lot of jumping from one hold to another, is very demanding for the shoulders.
Outdoor bouldering isโฆ
26 January 2026
Sean Bailey FAโs Duality of Man (9c)
Sean Bailey reports on Instagram that he has done the first ascent of Duality of Man (9c) in Dry Canyon. โ After four total years and three seasons of climbing,โฆ
Favorites
Jorge Diaz-Rullo reports on Instagram that he has made the first ascent of Cafe Colombia in Margalef. At 27, heโs already stacked four 9b+ sends and now heโs adโฆ
16 March 2026
Ondra flashes 3*8C in two weeks
โI stopped focusing on competition bouldering after last yearโs World Cup in Prague, partly because I can already feel it on my body, especially in my shoulders. The modern competition style, with a lot of jumping from one hold to another, is very demanding for the shoulders.
Outdoor bouldering isโฆ
26 January 2026
Sean Bailey FAโs Duality of Man (9c)
Sean Bailey reports on Instagram that he has done the first ascent of Duality of Man (9c) in Dry Canyon. โ After four total years and three seasons of climbing,โฆ


