2 April 2012

The North Face Kalymnos Festival 28-30/9

8a has been chosen as media partner for the The North Face Climbing Festival at Kalymnos 28-30 September. 72 hours of Master classes, Slide shows, Competitions and Beach party together with the best athletes in the world. Prize money = 10 000 Euro plus The North Face products. A new sector will be open this summer where the competition will be held. More info and registration in May. "Climb next to Iker Pou, James Pearson and Hansjoerg Auer? Watch the sunset on the beach chilling next to Caroline Ciavaldini on a Greek island after a day of incredible climbing? The North Face Kalymnos Climbing Festival is the place to be this September, so save the date! " 8a will run a competition where you can win your travel and accomodation to the magical island.
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