We've just returned from a short trip to Fontainebleau and while the weather was pretty bad during our stay we still managed to get out a bit and have a good time. Man I love Font and I can't wait to go back. The place is generally given the distinction as the best bouldering in the world and I wholeheartedly agree. The setting is awesome and it is hard to beat for quantity, quality and accessibility but what really sets Font apart is its appeal to the entire spectrum of climbers. Not only is Font great for beginners and crushers but the awesome sandstone features make the ideal playground for kids. Truly great bouldering for everyone.
Just a typical day in the forest. Font is hard to beat if you got kids in tow as the approaches are casual and most areas are extremely kid friendly. And of course the bouldering offers something for mom, dad, big sister and even the little man.
Lina climbs a sweet slab in Canche aux Merciers while Björke tick-marks some footholds.
Martin working L'Étoile Filante at Dame Jouanne. Just another problem problem that would be considered amazing in most places but in Font it is only "pretty good". It's certainly worth checking out after you've done the dozen or so better problems in the area.....
Rêve de Pierre was a sweet looking problem in Rocher Canon that Henrik and I checked out during a short break in the rain. While this problem was fun there is a skull crushing block at the top that should be avoided at all costs. It isn't too hard to avoid but it makes top a bit harder. I really feel that someone should pry off that thing before it kills someone.
Lina about to fire one of the problems on Éléphant's fantastic black circuit. Unfortunately Éléphant is a bit rundown as the rock is softer than most other areas around Font and heavy traffic has pretty much destroyed some problems.
I'm a big fan of doing circuits while in Font and if you find yourself in Roche aux Sabots the red circuit is awesome. But if you want to complete the circuit you'll have to get past L'Angle à Jean-Luc (red 25), which is notorious for leaving folks one problem short.
La Lune was an old project for Lina and while she did get the "jug" this trip it still remains a project. Guess we'll have to go back....
If you like dynos they you'll love Font as there are plenty of them. Here Henrik fires Le Danseur at Rocher d'Avon.
Many of the climbs in Font are so good I can't help but want to repeat them. I had done La Memel a number of years ago but it was just as good a second time. Here is Henrik gunning for it.
Many people like Font for the good landings and the low to moderate height of problems but there are no shortage of highballs if you like things spicy. Tom trying to find the balance on the beautiful L'Ultime Secret at Isatis.
And of course there are the sloper, oh so many slopers. Elsa learning the subtleties of a particularly sweet sloper in Isatis.
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Miss you all. :) xxo
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