Between 2022 and 2024, a globally unique climbing event took place at the famous Verzasca Dam in Vogorno. 20 of the world’s best climbers competed in the Red Bull Dual Ascent in teams of two, on two identical routes right next to each other, each consisting of six pitches and 180 meters of climbing. It was an exciting head-to-head competition for athletes and spectators alike in a picturesque natural landscape at the entrance to the Verzasca Valley.
Only a stone's throw from the Mediterranean lake promenade of Lake Maggiore is the Verzasca Valley, nestled in an impressive mountain world. The valley attracts many guests every summer, especially because of the river of the same name, which captivates with its extreme colours. Due to the unique quality of the rock in the Ascona-Locarno region and the countless climbing and bouldering routes, the valley is also popular with climbers and boulderers. Thanks to the mild climate all year round, the world's best boulderers meet here mainly in the winter months to benefit from excellent training conditions. This was reason enough for Red Bull to launch a typical Red Bull event in this perfect setting: extreme, spectacular, one-of-a-kind!
20 athletes of the international climbing elite were invited by Red Bull to attend this adrenaline-packed event. 10 mixed teams were formed, competing in a head-to-head race on identical routes. With its six pitches and 180 meters, it was the world’s longest artificial route – typically Red Bull. To add a little more excitement, the route was climbed “redpoint”, which means the climbers didn’t get the chance to climb try the route beforehand. Within each team, climbing took place alternately in the lead and the follow. Unlimited numbers of falls were allowed, but if a climber fell, they had to restart the same pitch. When both teams completed all pitches, the total time to finish the route determined the winning team. Climbing up the Verzasca Dam wall is definitely not for the faint-hearted! We are curious to see which team will hold their nerve best this year and conquer this dizzying wall the fastest.
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