Is this the first 9a crack climbing route in the world?

The two crack specialists Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall - also known as Wide Boyz - have set up a new crack route in their basement. You can find out in this video whether the new test piece deserves 9a.

The Wide Boyz checking out their new Riss creation

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Pete Whittaker tries his hand at the most difficult route in the world: Silence in the Norwegian climbing area Flatanger.

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