We Waited 2 Months to Sail HERE! | Step 337

[@itsema91]

The weird grassy ball things on the beach are sea balls!!! Often called sea balls, sea rissols or sea potatoes, they are the result of leaves of seagrass rhizome that have torn up. Once they are dead what remains of the fibre-like leaves of the seagrass cluster together very closely and create these brown coloured balls.

[@michasium]

Thanks, we saw these in Sardinia and realized they must be from plants or maybe algae, but this answers the question.

[@Gibbtall]

I figure the natural mechanism that turns them in to balls is really similar to how felting works, just a bunch of fibers getting tossed and rolled in the sea, intertwining into a solid ball of natural felt.

[@elisadalben5877]

All the Mediterranean beaches are full of these sea balls :) Kika's wonder made me laugh loud, as they are pretty common at the Italian seaside.

[@joeldelamirande5792]

They do make good sponges

[@Kathikas1]

Maltesers - they are everywhere when you get there …

[@richardcook4007]

Had a random meeting with Dan today, it was weird to meet someone who has influenced my deciding to buy a sailboat and live aboard, especially the day before I take possession. Thanks Dan and Kika for all the videos and some inspiration.

[@SailingUma]

Enjoy you’re new boat!!

[@mumblbeebee6546]

I prefer to climb with people who have fear than with those that lack it - fear makes you careful. Overcoming fear takes practice, but it makes one a better climber, I think. And it does not matter how long the fall is, it is something that took me a long time to do. Congratulations for practicing it, you will get to the point where the only reason you don’t want to let go is pride :)

[@brianne9]

Sailing and rock climbing go hand in hand very well. You already have a mast you have to climb, need a knowledge of knots and ropes, and have water access to great climbing areas. I love the climbing content on here!

[@AllisonandJamesSailing]

Thank you for sharing your insecurities, K! Currently in Aus attempting to surf and finding that I am terrified by the massive waves! Was channeling my inner Kika after watching this! Way to go brave girl, you're inspiring -A

[@JeffJensen55]

I apologize if some has already mentioned this. But when Kika was doing the fall practice (starting around 13:50), notice the camera mounted on the face of the climb. Someone, I assume Dan, had to not only rig that camera, but rig the one that got the shot of that camera, before even beginning this segment. Absolutely incredible dedication to bringing us a pro level video. You guys are at the top of the YT creators! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sumerseas81]

Saw this too! Some pretty awesome perspectives captured in this one.

[@U2EdgeFan]

There are countless sailing blogs out there BUT yours is by far the most contagious and inspirational of them all. I watched your videos from step one and didn't skip a single one. Sometimes it brings tears to my eyes when I see you visiting the most beautiful places, which makes me feel like I've missed so much in my life. Your are also a great talented team. I am always blown away by your DIY projects and your skills. I wish you all the best and hope your journey never ends. Cheers Stefan. 👍😎⛵︎

[@ricktaylor14001]

Yes Stefan, I’d have to agree with you about the “missing things” in my life as well. I’m in my 50’s and while I traveled to many places, there are just oodles more I didn’t get to. About 10 years ago, my lifelong autoimmune disease kicked up several notches and sidelined me; and 6 years ago, stage IV cancer made damn sure of that sidelining. One day you’re 20 thinking your whole life is ahead of you, but you need to run bell to bell to “get there” quick. Next thing you know, you’ve got 20 years of 16 hour days, and you’re 40 thinking you’re heading into more fun years, more secure years. For most that’s probably petty much the story. When illness gives you a permanent kick in the b*%%$ and takes those “fun years” away…. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to scream to young people and say “don’t fall for it, do shit while you’re young”!! Dan & Kika have the right idea here. I can’t believe they’ve been at this for over 8 years already, that’s amazing. Do it now while you’re young, unafraid and not tied to a couch & a mortgage. I’m not going to ever see all the places I had carefully planned to “tackle when I retire”, the southern med being my #1 place. Makes me shake my head to have my body shut me down after busting my ass for so many years. Keep kicking ass this way you two! You’ve got the right plan! Another awesome video! 🤠👍🏼☮️🇨🇦

[@U2EdgeFan]

​@@ricktaylor14001 Hi Rick. Thank you for your open and moving comment. Wish you all the best in your recovery and stay positive. 👍

[@wastedtalent1625]

When I have been in the absolute worst place in my life I would watch these videos and dream about doing it myself....thanks for the positive attitude and inspiration

[@robertpshaw]

Nice to see the confident support of Dan helping Kika work through her fall anxiety. His patient reassurance that she has the ability, and maybe Kika is starting to accept Dan's confidence in her ability. A fine line between encouragement and pushing too hard. I think they are on the good side.

[@nick.caffrey]

So nicely put, Bob. Totally agree.

[@rayb3117]

Good job with the climbing guys. Dan nd Kika, climbers extraordinaire.

[@SammiEgan]

I haven't climbed outside yet, but had my first fall in the climbing gym at the weekend and came out with cuts and bruises. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, & you can always get an instructor to go through fall practice with you. My instructor has become a really good friend to me & there is no one I trust more to drop & not hurt me 😊

[@elisadalben5877]

I have recently approached climbing and suddenly felt in love with it, but... But. I share Kika's bad feeling about falling. Talking with people climbing for a long time it came up that some of them still fear falling. Watching Kika practising so many times was encouraging. Thanks guys as always! 😊

[@stevefaust905]

Regarding the totally obnoxious roll caused by the incoming swell: why not set a second anchor off to either stbrd or port level with the stern of the boat, loop the rode around a stern cleat, and pull the boat in line with the swells? It is soooooooo much nicer to ride the swells bow to stern vs having them hit on the beam. The other (and better) option is to switch to a catamaran and do the same thing. The beam swells in a cat are still obnoxious, but not quite as obnoxious in a monohull. Love your channel!

[@strauskp]

Be proud of yourself, Kika! I work hard to overcome my anxiety of small spaces, as well as downhill skiing, and find that each success gives me more courage for the next time. As you found, I always figure out that my worst fears are inflated, which helps me keep the next effort in perspective. Overcoming anxiety is not for the faint of heart, and you deserve much credit for facing your fear!

[@naomitakimoto7295]

You guys have become so much more solid as a couple, even though you’ve been always solid since the very beginning of your adventure. What I’m trying to say is that you two look such a beautiful couple doing things together always supporting each other and, just so beautiful together. Inside and out. What a great human beings!! I love you so much ❤ I can’t wait to catch up with you two in real time wherever you are now…😊

[@bbbart77]

You guys are something else, happy travels.

[@jiefflerenard1228]

There is no question that Dan and Kika have mastered the art of staying young 8:35 and are sharing it. Thank you

[@robertbeger4275]

Gratz Kika on confronting your fear of falling. Couple suggestions: Don't let closing your eyes or grabbing for the rope become habit. You need to see what's going on and be aware as you go, where and how you would go if a fall occurs. The rope will catch you. Keep you hands free for controlling the fall and fending off walls or projections you might not want to slam into. If you're afraid of cartwheeling, which is more likely on a slope, keeping your eyes open and hands and feet free will help you avoid that. Another fun video guys.

[@JeremyStroud]

Hah, I remember my first time skydiving. The plane we used had me hanging from a spar under the wing and I vividly recall counting down from 3... and not letting go for what felt like an eternity (in video footage, there's almost no delay). Letting go is REALLY hard sometimes. Good job, Kika!

[@robertlalor8090]

You've got a big heart, Kika - huge!!!! Well done

[@TheJeffrey575]

Kika’s falling practice looked exhausting. Beautiful anchorage! Enjoyed the video!

[@sfnnll1289]

Kudos to Kika for getting on the sharp end and leading the climbs. When you're above your pro, on sketchy crimp hold, Elvis leg going, then get your next clip, everything calms down and that tiny hold turns into a big jug.. Smooth seas and fair winds to you.

[@TheAtma50]

Wonderful shot of rising shadows ... All my other sailing channels that I follow are in building or buying mode and no sailing so it's nice to to have you guys to follow on the water. Stay Safe & Fair Winds!!

[@pbsene1]

Glad you guys have helmets, so much easier for me to watch when you have them on!

[@brianhowes6448]

Always enjoy watching you guys. You are adventurous and you make a great couple.

[@stevenharris6866]

Love watching you both , Two sweet people . Thanks again.

[@p.d.smithjr.3277]

Lika, I’ve worked at extreme heights since 1986. I now clime inside structures. Never get comfortable falling!

[@jamielozada8511]

You guys consistently find new places to explore and have fun, which never gets boring to watch. Kika, great job on practicing overcoming your fear of falling. Sometimes you just have to embrace the suck to get over something that causes anxiety to get prepared for a potentially bad situation. Now you'll know what it feels like in a real situation but I hope you will never have to experience a fall and if you do, Dan will catch you as he always does. I thought it was funny you counted down 3-2-1 and held your breath like you were going underwater for the first time. All that was missing was you plugging your nose...lol.

[@skohaya]

Beautiful anchorage! Love how you 2 challenge each other in a loving and encouraging way! Kika, when you do the Ribbon positions way up high like the circ-du-soleil you are not scared? That was epic. This girl is crazy and I love it !- Sailing Uma [Step274] You have to share how you got into that activity. How do you stay in great shape while in a sailboat? Blessings!

[@AmberKardes]

Very jealous of your boat, boat life, and the 2 of you seemed to be each others best friend it is beautiful. Not jealous of all the climbing. Well I take that back I wish I didn't have a fear of heights, and could, but I would push myself to hike the trail to the point and that would be about as much as I could psuh myself. You both have such fun personalities. What a wonderful life you have!

[@MrBobVick]

Fear is what keeps us alive, addressing those fears makes us grow. Kika was on the phone today & ask the customer support person where she was from, she said FL, so one would assume Cuban accent, but instead of guessing asked her where her accent was from, She said I am Haitian, so told her to watch your channel .Sweet lady like your self.

[@trailsandsails2722]

Beautiful climbing shots! I love seeing your adventures and I very much hope you wear helmets a good bit more. My first cousin was an avid climber but hated helmets. He lost his hold, restraints caught but he fell15' and crashed his head into rock and died. You two are precious to us all. Have fun and be safe. Dean

[@haraldhannelius]

That noise when dropping the mainsail really gets to me. I want this winter to be over and the boat back in the drink. I want to glide around in the Finnish and Swedish archipelagos for weeks. Like every year.

[@rjbennett9939]

Loved the photography effect of watching shadows rise on the cliffs! What a spectacular place!

[@ALL_For_His_Kingdom3224]

❤your content! Top notch!❤I live vicariously through both of you and your adventures. Thank you so very much!❤

[@peterstockless7652]

Have you looked into making a rocker stopper? I have a triangular plate with a weight in one of the corners. A three point bridle to it. I pole the out on a short spinnaker pole to the side of the boat. when boat rolls down on that side the plate dives, when it rolls back, the plate damps the roll. Even big boat wakes result in less than two rolls. It has made my full keel Bristol livable on anchor or at a mooring. My boat is a lot smaller than yours, but my triangle is only about 18" per side and is probably bigger than i need. a 24" side triangle would dampen your rolls pretty significantly. Think of all the anchorages that you could use when the others run for marinas. message back if you need more info.

[@robertlafollette2236]

You guys are great, stay safe.

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

Continue to love watching your brave adventures … cool watching at 15:10

[@raybame5816]

Good step.. If I'm ever feeling down, I watch your latest and really perk up. This was definitely one of those....Kika, all your silk work has given you the body and arms to do this rock stuff. You looked great going up first. Liked the helmet use...check your lines frequently. Be safe..

[@kb1esx]

I can't wait to see who can name those things on the beach! Thanks again you two.

[@BernhardEhm]

they are called seaweed posidonia or Neptune Grass Sea Balls

[@larrye1955]

horse poo

[@BillB23]

@@larrye1955 I've moved tons of horse manure and that ain't it, but it's a sorta/kinda look alike.

[@jerrytaylor6923]

Horses on the beach swimming ,what do they eat ?

[@carolbramley4986]

So jealous of you enjoying all the beautiful areas of Mallorca. I lived there for 10yrs and loved it. You make great videos. Enjoy 😍

[@bobsails9750]

Thank you

[@ByronWatts]

Love watching you work together

[@AnnaCestonaro]

Hey! The "tree balls" (;)))) are actually the bases off of which a type of seaweed grows form (I don't know the English name for the seaweed, in Italian is Poseidonia and it is a straight, kind of "woody" seaweed that is sign for clear waters where it grows). The more you knoooooow! Buon vento ragazzi!

[@rosskennedy4333]

What a blessed life!!! Thanks for the adventure.

[@MrTyrellcorp]

It's not the fall that worries me, it's the sudden stop.

[@BillB23]

Darn! Stole my thunder, lol.

[@glencrandall7051]

Love to watch the climbing. Hate to think about doing it myself. Thanks for sharing guys. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@divekatdreaming]

Depending on where you are, if swells are an issue, could you just go onto land and pitch a tent so you can sleep? Perhaps you would be concerned to leave the boat unmanned and on anchor overnight. The falling practice was really excellent. It was interesting to see how falling above your anchor point is different than falling below it. Kika, As a fellow vertically challenged person, I would say that you are a better climber than Dan if you can do all the climbs that he can. This is because there are hand and footholds that he can reach but for which you need to jump. His height gives Dan a definite advantage. Also, men are naturally gifted with more upper body strength than women, which is an advantage for overhangs and means that you have to work harder. So don't knock yourself at all. You are both definitely awesome, though!!!

[@Lea4-22]

lots of fun . thank you

[@brianmiller7934]

Thanks for another great and inspiring video! You may think me too conservative, but please consider helmets and an anchor for the belayer, especially Kika. If Dan takes a longer fall, she will go flying into the rock face, risking injury and/or loss of the belay... Love your channel!

[@p-dubya]

Even though my snarky, potty-mouthed self enjoyed your assessment of sea ball litter, my mind immediately saw kiwi, even though I knew that’s not what they were. Nature is cool! 😊

[@douglasblack7457]

Hey UMA, go online and check out the rocker stoppers to keep your boat from rocking in the heavy swells. It’ll help you tremendously when you’re in these bay/coves so you can get some sleep ,happy sailing !!

[@SailingUma]

We’re familiar with the concept. But don’t actually mind the rocking.

[@wolfgangebigt8600]

Long lines ashore help a lot, too. They keep your bow facing to the open sea... and you save space for others to anchor in the same spot.

[@covi9465]

They will need them in Greece, but not common in Male

[@robwhyte1005]

great job conquering your fears love watching you guys,just binge watched now i'm caught up

[@mickavery]

It's the short hard falls that destroy your rope, your harness and your back, not to mention the eventual loosenening up of the bolts in soft limestone. Try dynamizing the fall a bit more. Kika should fall into a cushion. Love watching your videos. Hope you'll get to the Calanques near Marseille one day. Great climbing and superb moorings there.

[@majoroldladyakamom6948]

Kika... the World's most beautiful woman - inside and out. Stay safe, sweetheart... from your adopted mom, somewhere near Seattle.

[@billybert3506]

I had free climbed for a number of years before my first harness top-rope belay. To this day 30+ years later, I can recall that very odd and discomforting feeling of laying back to be lowered from my first belayed climb. I had even asked if they would mind if I down climbed. Anyone who says they enjoy falling while leading a climb has a certain set destiny with a rock & a hard place. 🙏 ⚓️ ☀️ 🏝 ⛵️ 🧗‍♂️ From what you shared, you did great, Kika. As usual. Also, it is your wise nature to be apprehensive each time.

[@sailingsoulmate7551]

I guess you have to weigh everything and evaluate which risk is worth taking. If you fall and are injured, it could potentially stop your sailing for at least a while, having to stay in one place to recover. Sailing has its own risks too. Fear isn’t the biggest enemy really.. I think carelessness is the enemy because then foolish choices are made and consequences happen. You both seem to evaluate well. Just be as careful as you can and know your limits. Then go and enjoy your life 😊

[@SailingUma]

Yeah. Climbing is actually very safe when done correctly.

[@essendossev362]

"proud of you" "you're welcome" "don't make this awkward" 😂

[@crowdfundcrew]

Challenging, scary, but I bet a lot of fun. And such a beautiful location. Believe in yourself and enjoy the climb.

[@6800891]

I use the top rope solo technique to keep the fall to just a few inches. Also, it allows both partners to climb as it doesn't require a belayer. Of course, you have to have an anchored rope from the top to start with. How close is the nearest hospital in case of an injury?

[@Ardena111]

Rock climbing is almost every emotion all at one time. Congrats on showing and sharing. Thanks for overcoming fear and letting us cheer with you for your successes. You both are fantastic climbers. Now go try ice climbing😊

[@albatros1752]

LUFT TAG , I fail nearly 60 m on Koenig Stein from lead, I finished the route and that was it , You doing great !!!

[@stub2022]

What an incredible anchorage, another great vid. 😁😆👋👍🍺

[@smegheadish]

What a gorgeous spot you found! You two are such a good team:)

[@briane5140]

Many I mean many years ago I climbed and when we were belaying we always had a prussic knot securing the rope to a secure point on the the ground. The idea was that the prussic easily slid along the rope until someone fell. It was there to provide an alternate support for the rope other than just the person holding the rope at the bottom. In case of an emergency the person on the ground wasn't constrained by having to carry the full load of the climber while letting them back to ground. Your methods may be doing that already, I just haven't seen it in the videos. Keep up the climbing, I always found it to be personally challenging as well as very invigerating.

[@SailingUma]

No. We don’t attach the belayer to the ground (unless belaying from a ledge). That way, when the leader falls, the belayer can jump off the ground and lower the fall force so you don’t bruise your hips. It’s called a “soft catch” and makes climbing much safer and more enjoyable.

[@MrCalifornia1234]

Good job. From one climber to another you’re doing great.

[@kdenyer1]

Well done Kika keep it up 😎

[@grahamwheelock7497]

I see the special sea balls your playing with and later you mention swimming horses I already know too much. great work at falling practice to climb you have to fall I used to climb on rocks about maybe 15 feet high even when you land on your prehensil tail do it gracefully and save that crying for the shower everyone falls it's how you get back up

[@BohemianBeatster]

Groovy, exciting video. Love the climbing.

[@cherylsibson2529]

Those things remind me of Star Trek series, the original series they had done a whole thing on little pods that looked like that, they were everywhere on the ship. Looks like you found a sweet spot.

[@burgettboys123]

Tribbles! 😂 spot on!

[@RoelskiTV]

Beam us up Scotty.

[@keithh3463]

Great video more cuddles with this video. Love the love you have for each other!

[@danmendoza8377]

Kika you are a BAD ASS ! You say that you trust equipment and you trust Dan, now all you need is to trust yourself. Be confident because you definitely looked like a Boss! Oh Dan you were ah-ite 😄 ps. I'm speaking from around 15yrs as tree climber and then on to roughly 20yrs stacking roofs. I love hights!

[@nicolecarter6343]

Nice work Kika, I have been climbing for around 4 years now and taught a lot of women how to climb. Keep practising your falling and definitely push yourself to take bigger falls. My theory is if you're not falling off sports routes you can definitely try harder. You look so strong and probably can climb way harder! Eventually, you will enjoy falling and have so much fun projecting harder routes and taking big falls. I try and fall off every climbing sports climbing session I do (assuming I am on a safe route- no big ledges) so my body and brain are familiar with the feeling and irrational fear doesn't accumulate. I really hope I see you projecting and taking some big wips in a future video, in the meantime keep enjoying. If you ever sail to Australia (specifically South East Queensland) I could definately show you around our local crags.

[@moonmountain_2841]

Kika you are the cutest and sweetest lady...x

[@frannappe]

amazing episode!

[@matthewcurry425]

Super sweet ending ❤

[@smacksman1]

Rather you than me, girl! Much respect.

[@Sommers234]

You guys are enthralling I couldn't take my eyes off this video Even though I wanted to. But do you have to keep scaring me when you walk on the edge of cliffs or up mountain staircases with no railings like in a previous video. Beautiful filming those horses were something !

[@williamwoolcock]

You are always so busy! Oh, to be young again.

[@inventiveowl395]

"I'm proud of you. You're welcome!" - I laughed more than I would've guessed on that one. Bwahaha xd

[@lbh002]

We watched a rom-com tonight. We could tell the primary characters were in love and did a good job showing us their truth. Their parents SUCKED, but that is how the story was written. My Becky said to me, "Why don't they just be honest when they talk to each other?" The answer? A lack of conflict makes for a shitty movie. Well, our life and you guy's life is pretty boring because you guys speak the truth to each other. Well done and keep sailing.

[@whitneylake2107]

Ocean tribbles !

[@dobie2times]

This may have been one of your best imho. Rock climbing, three points anchor for beginning then get crazy. Lol. Great video thank you

[@TheRackdog]

Cala magraner ? What a lovely place and Mallorca is an amazing place to combine sailing and climbing.

[@daledeonarine9811]

Commando captain keegs..great climber..

[@travis1555]

7:58 The Troubles with Tribbles "ala" Star Trek

[@sailingschooners8668]

Find a cafe nearby...then it would be Hard Rock Cafe lol...stay safe

[@scyz2807]

What fun! Your continuity was a little off though. You were climbing with a couple other boats in the background, then the very next clip, no boats. Then the next clip has only one other boat. Also, there were LOTS of people at that small beach at one point. Wow. I also liked the long distance (sped up) time lapse of all little "ant" people who were all scaling the same rock wall as you.

[@stephenchannon2138]

Kika, watch Jack Osbourne train for his climb of El Cap. He was afraid of falling to, he used to jump off of a sheer cliff face, just to gain trust in the rope and kit. Dan is right, you will overcome that fear, and I am sure you will be better at climbing than Dan! Go For It!

[@nick.caffrey]

I love the way that Dan doesn't do the male thing of somehow making his girl's safety a result of his actions. He validates and gives Kika back her autonomy. This seems to be one of those rare truly equal partnerships. I suppose it helps that, professionally they are from the same discipline.

[@marshaqueen7206]

Kika rolls her eyes a bit at 13:11. If I had to listen to Dan trying to rationalize innate fears - I'd be doing that too! Probably worse.

[@Josh-of-all-Trades]

Rock, paper, sci... ... wow look at that boat coming in!!

[@sherriclearlake1611]

Are you afraid of falling when you're using the silks? Is it a different level of control and/or height?

[@SailingUma]

For some reason I cannot explain, It’s different with silks. Maybe its because with silks, I am not letting go the side of a cliff.

[@ottovangogh9477]

I haven't read all the comments. The beach fuzz balls? Someone surely made reference to classic Star Trek? 🚀🚀🚀 Tribbles!!! 👁️🤯👁️

[@carltontweedle5724]

Astern anchor to keep bow into the swell. The ground is the thing that gets you.

[@americanbornwalkaway9110]

YOU Two ROCK!!!!! get it 🥰🥰🥰🥰🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@yorukkizigeziyor]

Amazing 😍🌴👍

[@carlcantrell4781]

It isn't the falling that is bad; it is the sudden stop at the end. :-) I thought that stuff you found on the beach was more like horse poop than cow poop and then you showed the horses swimming and that explained it. That round stuff on the beach is horse poop that you were playing with. :-)

[@schwarz1933]

This anchorage looks great ... and would feel calmer if you take the advantage of a stern anchor ...

[@tomriley5790]

Good work with the climbing! Always had a philosphy of not falling when climbing, although most routes in the UK aren't bolted and you have to place your own protection so that definitely plays into it :-)!

[@SailingUma]

Yea I don’t think I’ll ever be into trad climbing to be honest.

[@tonybarnes3858]

@@SailingUma For you non-climbers, "trad" is short for traditional. Originally, we climbed the rock as it was, leading up and placing protection when possible/as needed. But really hard routes were tough to protect, because you were pumped or the rock was blank--no cracks. So people began to place bolts on lead, or by rappelling down to put in the bolts. Now thousands and thousands of easy and moderate routes are rap-drilled, creating an outdoor gym kind of culture.

[@tomriley5790]

@@tonybarnes3858 development in the UK was slightly different, you started off with gentlemen (and women - there are some ridiculous photos of women climbers in the Lakedistrict in full victorian dresses!) climbing in hobnail boots and hemp rope (unbelievably heavy when wet), leading to expeditions further afield Wimper climbing the Matterhorn, Mallory's atempt on Everest etc. My dad still had my Grandad's hobnail boots from pre WW2:-). This grew into aid climbing where enormous amounts of metalwork were hammered into rock faces and people basically dragged themselves up things that would have otherwise been unclimbable. Over time the boots and aids did lots of damage to the rock faces and this resulted in a reaction to this and defacto(or actual) banning of using aids and so the development of "trad" climbing - working more with the rock in its natural state, placing your own protection and leaving the mountain, rock as you found it. The sport climbing side of things with bolted routes has never really gotten a foothold (pun intended :-)) here after that - at least outdoors. Certainly I'm much more adventurous when climing indoors, doing Via Ferrata treks in the Dolomites (lots of fixed wire rope scrambles/walking originally errected for Italian/Austrohungarian troops in world war 1) was pretty much the opposite and lots of fun too. FYI The dolomites are the best climbing rock, and some of the most spectacular places I've come across if anyone's looking for a nice place to climb.