Exclusive impressions of the Petzl Roctrip Manikia

A little over a week ago, one of the biggest international climbing events took place, the Petzl Roctrip. The who's who of the climbing scene gathered in Manikia, Greece, and indulged in what we all love to do: climbing. We were there, spoke to the pros, checked out the climbing area and provided impressions of the event.

Alexander Megos., Dave Graham, Sean Villanueva, Sasha DiGiulian, Margo Hayes, Sean bailey, Conrad Anker…We could go on and on with the list. We have never taken part in an event that brings together so many climbers Petzl Roctrip. Exciting conversations, interesting encounters and a few bottles of beer later, we are back and look forward to seeing you in the latest broadcast of Action Talk TV to be able to present the impressions of the event.

All topics of the show:

  • Petzl Roctrip Manikia
  • Exclusive interview with Seb Bouin on the 9c Route DNA
  • Dubious uncut video

We were at the legendary Petzl Roctrip for you

sunglasses, sand and sea

Temperatures are rising and the sun is higher. Time to pack some sunglasses again for the climb. A true all-rounder model is the Shield M Reactive by Julbo. They are versatile outdoor and mountain glasses with a lens that is self-tinting and therefore adapts to the prevailing light conditions in categories 2-4. Curved temples ensure perfect protection, a secure hold and maximum wearing comfort when climbing, hiking, on high and ski tours.

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Self-tinting: Julbo's Shield M Reactiv sunglasses automatically adjust to the light conditions.

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