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18/12/2018

My closest friend always tells me to "enjoy the process" and not worry too much about the outcome. To me this is the very essence of climbing. Totally enjoyed the first three attempts on this stellar line called "Exhale, 7A" here in Thailand a varied climb with crimps, laybacks, gastons and a crux dyno. Each attempt was to figure out one specific move and trying to understand how to do it with the least amount of exertion. The forth attempt was a bit like sitting in Church, closest thing to meditation. I was completely focused on what I had learned and resting after every hard pull and breathing from the inside. When I reached the final crux I was surprisingly rested and deep inside I knew that I would get it this time. Clipping the chains was the sweetest moment - onsights be damned. I'm happy to learn with multiple attempts.

17/12/2018

I don't read French, even if that's actually French but I'm pretty sure it means "quit your job"! And even though I'll probably never manage a trip to "The Valley" with the stupid US visa system these days for brown people. But sitting by myself in a remote Thailand village on my way to Krabi, watching the world go by - I can only wonder how blessed I am to be able to quit my job and travel. As everyone tells me I'm living the dream and yes I'm really fortunate. And yes it did take 3 years of saving up but in reality it's not that hard. We have but just one life - live it without regrets.

16/12/2018

I just realized that this guy and I have 120 mutual friends on Facebook. Now that's not necessarily a big deal but it's an amazing indicator of our travels. Cos the places we go and the people we meet make us who we are. And while this guy, "The Master" has been doing this much longer than I have - it's always super fun sitting down and listening to his many stories. He is working very hard to put China climbing on the world map and deliver world class content at the same time. Working solo, he shoots, edits, produces and manages distribution all by himself. Head to China Climbing Documentary Project for a taste if you aren't following him already. I got an early glimpse of his latest project and I can tell you it can easily be a ReelRock contender next year.

03/12/2018

Traveling is not only about the places you go and things you see and the food you eat, but it is also about the people you meet. Individuals who touch your life and the moments that stay with you forever.

31/10/2018

Mid-week blues? Go blue to beat the blues!

19/10/2018

Life is full of ups and downs - so don't be afraid to turn it upside down once in a while.

16/10/2018

Last year this time I was an average 5.10A climber. After a year of training, I'm still very average but happy to get on 5.12A. Staying away from the project game and focusing on personal growth has made me realize that at the end of the day all that matters is ...... keep climbing!
Trying the roof move of this classic 3* 5.12A in Kitagawa 🇯🇵

10/10/2018

Happy birthday to me!
Today is probably the best birthday of my life cos this time I'm jobless and traveling the world following my passion: climbing. It took only 15 years of 9-6 and saving enough money to get here. And it won't last. But this time next year, I'll look back and say - yes, I made it happen!
Topping out at Starr Wall in The Malamute, Squamish, BC.

09/10/2018

Ever since the Petzl Roctrip 2011 video, I've always wanted to visit Getu myself. Finally got the chance thanks to the new HK-China high-speed railway link. Trip made even more special with my first 5.12A onsight!

02/10/2018

For an amateur climber like me, a trip to Squamish is a dream come true. Can't believe I enjoy trad climbing so much that I don't miss clipping bolts anymore. Enough climbing here for a lifetime, but hopefully I can come back someday.

27/09/2018

Sometimes all you can do is stand and stare. Nature always manages to fill you with awe. It proves every time how small and inconsequential we really are.

16/09/2018

And that's a wrap Taiwan. Blessed with 5 days of sunshine and awesome friends, Long D**g will always have a special place in my heart. Where I started my trad climbing life - and there is no going back.

06/09/2018

Nothing is more satisfying than crack climbing, specially if you are in Liming. Here's baby Ashley recommending a #4 for those amazing offwidths. Miss my time unwinding at the Stone Drum House in Shigu - awesome limestone sport climbing an hour away from Liming.

01/09/2018

Been back in town for 2 days and I'm already missing the sun in KL. Really no fun pulling plastic, bad the oceans and the planet!

**books flights for sunnier locales**

31/08/2018

Back again, for some much needed limestone!

26/08/2018

2 years ago when I first visited KL, I didn't realize that this pretty piece of rock in the middle of the rainforest next to a uppity housing estate would become one of my favorite climbing destinations in Asia. And I made some of the most amazing friends in this part of the world.
Kudos to the stellar work by the Malaysian Bolting Fund in Takun.

20/08/2018

It's been a month since I quit my job, so trying to figure out my mental state. I have to say I've never been happier. I don't miss the 925, nor the boring daily routine. Sometimes you gotta give up your comfort zone to really find joy.
If you wanna follow your heart, just do it. Never settle. You have only one life and time is running out.

28/05/2018

09/05/2018

Checking out the stellar rock at Grampians national park. Huge thanks to Timmy Wong for being our very own local enabler and guide.

04/05/2018

Throwback to last Christmas, when we went looking for rock in the tiny island of Koh Tao, Thailand. Big thanks to Brian Ways for being our local enabler and general awesome guy to be with.

16/04/2018

05/04/2018

24/01/2018

Quick weekend away checking out the brand new development at Swallow Cave in Huangfa, Qingyuan. Easy approach and a very short hike amidst the usual karst landscape and chicken farms. Currently only a handful of routes with shiny bling bling bolts but potential for a lot more including possible pure cave climbs a la Thor's Hammer in Flatanger, Norway.

17/01/2018

A very wet and cold week in Yangshuo made awesome climbing with the Yangers elite. Lots of fun, psyche and stoke - need to plan the next trip!

05/01/2018

Yearly pilgrimage to Crazy Horse, albeit quick one this time.

06/11/2017

Climbing in one of the most beautiful places on the planet - all thanks to Ladina Waser and Migros !!