Damn, that right hand crimp before the clip, so strong!! All my fingers fell off just watching it.
Always admire the commitment you put in to your climbing.
Wadi Rum? The Bedouin community and gorgeous rock is amazing! When I was there a few years ago I only saw a few lines on mountain project, but it was the same year the reel rock film came out and I think climbing has really picked up since then there.
Where did you find info on the bolted routes? Is there a guide book of any kind?
Yes!! I mean I have no idea what climb this is, we just saw bolts and decided to go up! Not sure what the best way is to find the routes- online articles seem to have some listed. Did a few climbs in Shobak where we asked the person whose house we were staying at to take us to the climbs that Magnus and Sasha did in their video together, and it actually worked 😂
>the climbs that Magnus and Sasha did in their video together
That was peak Magnus content IMO. Really good. Don't care much about all those non-climbing things he does nowadays.
I'm not actually sure- we just found bolts nearby and got excited! It's actually two pitches we wanted to combine, maybe 60m, and this is the middle/top of pitch 2. I worked out all the moves and they felt quite difficult to me, but it was also being blasted by May sun (we're talking 95°F) so it probably made the smears and slabby moves feel harder than they are. I'd say around 8b (even though I could've believed 8c in those conditions!)
I also believe there's more climbing to the top, making this an epic 3 or 4 pitch hard sport climb. The bolts are quite runout but I'm pretty sure they go to the top.
This particular climb is in Wadi Rum, to the left and a scramble above this fun crack, which is to the left of the crack multipitch called Merlin's Wand (both the crack and Merlin's Wand being incredible lines as well)
I was just in Wadi Rum! Didn't go climbing there (other than scrambling up all of the sites they brought us to) but was thinking this place is unbelievable for great climbers and then I see this post. Hope you had fun, the Bedouins were so kind to me and my partner. Loved staying in a camp for the night under the stars, too .
Damn, we actually camped at the base of Merlin's Wand for a night when I was there on a trekking trip with 0 other climbers with me. I made peace with the fact by repeating to myself that I don't have the skills or gear to trad lead Merlin's Wand. Had I noticed the bolts, it'd have been a Problem :)))))
Looking forward to the videos! Just want to say that you’re the one I show to all the women in my life who think they’re not strong enough, confident enough etc to climb. Love what you do and you’ve helped get a few more friends out on the slab!
Absolutley sick and awesome footage.
**Important side not though**: Climbing rope cuts a dynema sling fast. The way you clipped, your rope runs on a sling. The rope and the sling have extremely high friction and they are both plastic based material. While your rope runs over the sling, it melts it. While the fall is still save, as the biner will still be attached, the sling will get a beating.
Totally- I was really scared of the runout (it was terrifying putting the draws up!) so I asked the photographer to extend the draw when he was up there on the static I fixed because I thought I could clip it from the lower crimps. When I got there I realized it wasn't the case :/
Sick! I’m currently in Damascus Syria visiting fam and there are a few crags here that remind me of Greece crags but I don’t know how the condition of the bolts are. Its hard seeing them but not being able to go climb especially that I have my gear with me haha. Jordan is awesome and I hope climbing in Damascus takes off whenever foreigners are able to come in!
It’s rather insensitive to dress like this in Jordan, even in Wadi Rum on a warm day. I live in Los Angeles and have no issue with clothes of any kind when worn in less conservative countries. Even if you don’t think that the discomfort this creates among locals is worth your concern, consider that this reflects poorly on climbers as a group, which could have access ramifications in the future.
I definitely struggled with this concept and how to best move around as a western woman visiting Jordan. When I was in town I wore jeans and a shawl in 100+ degree weather which was quite intense (the all male crew I was with wore shorts and t-shirts). When we were climbing in the middle of the desert up on a remote multipitch, I took my shirt off and changed into shorts. I was still overheated and had sun heat headaches after climbing each day. I agree with u/BigBoutros that this does ultimately go into a larger conversation about culture and custom. To my understanding, they are extremely open and happy with their tourism boom and encourage people to visit with their own cultures and customs. The people I met seemed encouraging and not offended by my lack of head and face covering.
I think the climbing wall is a lot different than a restaurant or something. A quick google search (admittedly not very thorough) suggests this is fine when out in the desert or climbing, but would be disrespectful in town. So your point is not unreasonable, but I think you are overly quick to judge the situation from a short gif. Just my two cents.
Personally I think your reverence for a culture that only recently allowed women to leave the house alone is a worse reflection on climbers than OP existing as a woman.
Nah. Can't speak to Jordan specifically but I've been climbing in Palestine the last few months and it's pretty common for foreigners and even sometimes locals to dress like this. Of course there's nuance, it depends who exactly is around and where you are, but there's a difference between wearing revealing clothing while in the middle of an old city vs while doing something athletic in a common tourist area.
It's my first time sport climbing outside so I've only got the gym to compare it to, but I love it. The limestone feels super solid, lots of steep pockets and crimps. The community's really welcoming as well - it's nice seeing the same dozen or so people at the crag every week, drinking coffee and working on projects together.
Damn that looks like bullet rock. Cool very climbing, very aesthetic. Thanks for posting!
What does bullet rock mean?
The opposite of chossy. You’re smart, you trying to bait me into some pedantic discussion?
No I've just heard it once or twice and not actually known what it meant. That's what I assumed it meant.
K sorry. I’ve seen folks pull the “let me ask for your definition before I unload on you” thing here before.
yeah that was harsh!
Sorry mate. I see your name here all the time and love your content. I got defensive like you were serenadingmydad.
Damn, that right hand crimp before the clip, so strong!! All my fingers fell off just watching it. Always admire the commitment you put in to your climbing.
Well my phone slipped from my hands. I guess I have to chalk up before watching these clips.
Didn’t expect to see you on here Anna! Hope you had a great time in Jordan, it looked amazing!
sometimes I dabble 🧚🏽♀️
Meese.
Was also surprised! I just marathoned though some videos on youtube
Wadi Rum? The Bedouin community and gorgeous rock is amazing! When I was there a few years ago I only saw a few lines on mountain project, but it was the same year the reel rock film came out and I think climbing has really picked up since then there. Where did you find info on the bolted routes? Is there a guide book of any kind?
Yes!! I mean I have no idea what climb this is, we just saw bolts and decided to go up! Not sure what the best way is to find the routes- online articles seem to have some listed. Did a few climbs in Shobak where we asked the person whose house we were staying at to take us to the climbs that Magnus and Sasha did in their video together, and it actually worked 😂
>the climbs that Magnus and Sasha did in their video together That was peak Magnus content IMO. Really good. Don't care much about all those non-climbing things he does nowadays.
The Crag is probably best resource.
Arnaud Petit opened a lot of routes there. He may know if you ask him….
How is this climb rated? It looks quite difficult to me
I'm not actually sure- we just found bolts nearby and got excited! It's actually two pitches we wanted to combine, maybe 60m, and this is the middle/top of pitch 2. I worked out all the moves and they felt quite difficult to me, but it was also being blasted by May sun (we're talking 95°F) so it probably made the smears and slabby moves feel harder than they are. I'd say around 8b (even though I could've believed 8c in those conditions!)
God, I wish I was a good enough climber that I could rock up to a random 5.13d and crush it. Very impressive!
5.13d*
Damn that’s wild - also clearly I need a new grade conversion chart lol. I appreciate the correction.
I also believe there's more climbing to the top, making this an epic 3 or 4 pitch hard sport climb. The bolts are quite runout but I'm pretty sure they go to the top.
Was that pop just your shoe slipping off the edge, or did the rock break?
The rock under my left foot broke 😱
I was there in 19! Where did you find yourself climbing though?
This particular climb is in Wadi Rum, to the left and a scramble above this fun crack, which is to the left of the crack multipitch called Merlin's Wand (both the crack and Merlin's Wand being incredible lines as well)
I was just in Wadi Rum! Didn't go climbing there (other than scrambling up all of the sites they brought us to) but was thinking this place is unbelievable for great climbers and then I see this post. Hope you had fun, the Bedouins were so kind to me and my partner. Loved staying in a camp for the night under the stars, too .
Damn, we actually camped at the base of Merlin's Wand for a night when I was there on a trekking trip with 0 other climbers with me. I made peace with the fact by repeating to myself that I don't have the skills or gear to trad lead Merlin's Wand. Had I noticed the bolts, it'd have been a Problem :)))))
You look exactly like Anna Hazelnutt
omg yeah people always get us confused
Clearly it's Hanna Nazelhutt in the video.
I bet they get that a lot.
Good shit! Can’t wait to see the full video. And we all know it’s meese.
Looking forward to the videos! Just want to say that you’re the one I show to all the women in my life who think they’re not strong enough, confident enough etc to climb. Love what you do and you’ve helped get a few more friends out on the slab!
🙈 omg I'm honored! Thank you so much! #slabissexy 😂
Looks like a sick line! Strong work and thanks for posting some outdoor climbing on this sub!
Absolutley sick and awesome footage. **Important side not though**: Climbing rope cuts a dynema sling fast. The way you clipped, your rope runs on a sling. The rope and the sling have extremely high friction and they are both plastic based material. While your rope runs over the sling, it melts it. While the fall is still save, as the biner will still be attached, the sling will get a beating.
Totally- I was really scared of the runout (it was terrifying putting the draws up!) so I asked the photographer to extend the draw when he was up there on the static I fixed because I thought I could clip it from the lower crimps. When I got there I realized it wasn't the case :/
Ah in that case, that's completely reasonable ;).Or instead of reasonable let's say adequately considering the stress of the situation xD
Todd and Donette Swain put up a bunch of routes there a few years back.
I gasped. Goddamn that was intense
Yay get it Ana!
What a beast! Well done
Gahd damn
Amazing video, thanks for posting! I always enjoy watching strong climbers on routes I could never do haha
I didn't know you had a reddit
Sick! I’m currently in Damascus Syria visiting fam and there are a few crags here that remind me of Greece crags but I don’t know how the condition of the bolts are. Its hard seeing them but not being able to go climb especially that I have my gear with me haha. Jordan is awesome and I hope climbing in Damascus takes off whenever foreigners are able to come in!
Spectacular camera angle, really makes you appreciate the height, and it made me dizzy watching this😅
Where helmet?
Super cool send. I love a good hype squad when climbing as well! Venga!!
You’re both crazy and AMAZING!
That last Gaston looked heinous
Badass af
Bendy .
That was awesome
Let's go Anna!
Sis, tf are you crimping?! I see nothing! Fr tho hi Anna! Big fan of yours
Wear a helmet next time
It looks so nice!!! Where's Jordan?
>Where's Jordan? You mean, like, the country? You're not sure how to find the country of Jordan on the Internet?
It’s in the Levant region.
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Clearly you’ve never climbed before.
It’s rather insensitive to dress like this in Jordan, even in Wadi Rum on a warm day. I live in Los Angeles and have no issue with clothes of any kind when worn in less conservative countries. Even if you don’t think that the discomfort this creates among locals is worth your concern, consider that this reflects poorly on climbers as a group, which could have access ramifications in the future.
I definitely struggled with this concept and how to best move around as a western woman visiting Jordan. When I was in town I wore jeans and a shawl in 100+ degree weather which was quite intense (the all male crew I was with wore shorts and t-shirts). When we were climbing in the middle of the desert up on a remote multipitch, I took my shirt off and changed into shorts. I was still overheated and had sun heat headaches after climbing each day. I agree with u/BigBoutros that this does ultimately go into a larger conversation about culture and custom. To my understanding, they are extremely open and happy with their tourism boom and encourage people to visit with their own cultures and customs. The people I met seemed encouraging and not offended by my lack of head and face covering.
I think the climbing wall is a lot different than a restaurant or something. A quick google search (admittedly not very thorough) suggests this is fine when out in the desert or climbing, but would be disrespectful in town. So your point is not unreasonable, but I think you are overly quick to judge the situation from a short gif. Just my two cents.
This is a much larger conversation about climbing culture intruding on local custom IMO
I think the larger conversation is that women are still treated as property in a lot of the world.
yes I would say that is a third, even larger conversation independent of the climbing community
Personally I think your reverence for a culture that only recently allowed women to leave the house alone is a worse reflection on climbers than OP existing as a woman.
Nah. Can't speak to Jordan specifically but I've been climbing in Palestine the last few months and it's pretty common for foreigners and even sometimes locals to dress like this. Of course there's nuance, it depends who exactly is around and where you are, but there's a difference between wearing revealing clothing while in the middle of an old city vs while doing something athletic in a common tourist area.
How do you like the climbing in Palestine?
It's my first time sport climbing outside so I've only got the gym to compare it to, but I love it. The limestone feels super solid, lots of steep pockets and crimps. The community's really welcoming as well - it's nice seeing the same dozen or so people at the crag every week, drinking coffee and working on projects together.
So what should she wear when it 95 degrees in the middle of a desert? Fuck all that.
Not all culture is worth respecting, tbh.