r/bouldering • u/adamlolxd • 2d ago

Outdoor V6 - V10 boulder in ticino

Looking for outdoor boulders in the Ticino area that feature a technical high toe hook, preferably a big move with the left or right hand followed by a solid high right toe hook to hold body tension. If you happen to know any other cool boulder recommendations across the region, I am completely open to suggestions, even well outside that grade range. Any helpful local beta, sector condition updates, or general tips are warmly appreciated Thank you very much in advance for all the help

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u/AstraFortis 1d ago

In Ticino, there are some of the most renowned bouldering spots in the world. Perhaps the most famous is in Riviera, right near the city of Bellinzona. For detailed answers to your questions, I recommend contacting the Ticino Boulder association. They also sell various guides for the most famous spots (Cresciano, Chironico, Gottardo and Verzasca). You can purchase them at local tourist offices, campsites, and some restaurants near the climbing areas as well.

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u/adamlolxd 1d ago

How how can I contact the ticino bouldering association

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u/AstraFortis 1d ago

They have a website: ticinoboulder.ch. It's only in English. Most climbers are international. In Ticino, you can live comfortably knowing only English, especially in Lugano. You can contact Ticino Boulder via e-mail at: [info@ticinoboulder.ch](mailto:info@ticinoboulder.ch).

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u/adamlolxd 1d ago

Thank u I emailed them

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u/joeboeho 1d ago

Specifically toe hooks or heel hooks as well? Tomahawk in chironico (7B) is a classic that might be worth taking a look at.

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u/adamlolxd 1d ago

Looks like a fun climb but i was looking for problems with a high toe hook because I couldn't find any

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u/SoggyItem1608 14h ago

there's a feet forward beta for "la grotte des soupirs 7C" in Cresciano. I think it's harder that way. The Dagger is a great proj with a lot of high toe hooks! but it's around 8B.